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Nitza R. Rocha, 70

October 10, 2024

Nitza Rocha, age 70, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones. Born in the town of Cañóvanas, Puerto Rico, Nitza was the beloved daughter of the late Arcadio R. and Dominga Quiñones Rosario. She shared a lifetime of love with her husband, Humberto C. Rocha, Sr., with whom she built a beautiful family and a legacy of warmth, compassion, and joy.

Nitza was a cherished member of Greater Emanuel Temple, where her faith was a cornerstone of her life. She had a remarkable singing voice that uplifted those around her, often bringing comfort and joy through music. Her love for music was just one of many passions, as Nitza also enjoyed the finer things in life—she particularly loved driving her Mercedes Benz, which she took great pride in.

Nitza had a zest for life and found joy in many pursuits, especially shopping for herself and others. Her favorite holiday and time of the year was Christmas. Her friends and family remember her as a person of immense kindness, with a heart big enough to embrace everyone she met. Nitza had a unique ability to make others feel valued and loved, and she often went out of her way to help those in need. Her legacy is one of love, warmth, and generosity. Nitza will be dearly missed, but her spirit will live on in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her memory will forever be a beacon of love and kindness.

In addition to her husband, Nitza is survived by her children: Denise Peters (wife of Cyle) of Lancaster, Humberto C. Rocha, Jr. (husband of Megan) of Landenburg; and Nina Angelica Rocha of Philadelphia; her grandchildren: Dajon Rocha, Darius Rocha, James Rocha, Tyree Rocha, Humberto C. Rocha, III, Salena Rocha, Mario Rocha and Bella Rocha and three great grandchildren: Sophie Rocha, Armanni Rocha and Annelise Rocha. Nitza also leaves behind her 10 siblings that she shared a close special bond with.

In addition to her parents, Nitza is preceded in death by her son Michael Rocha.

Family will receive friends Friday, October 18, 2024 at Temple The Beautiful Apostolic Church, 440 Chester St., Lancaster, PA. 17602 from 7pm to 10pm. A service will be held at Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home, 2421 Willow Street Pike, Willow Street, PA. 17584 on Saturday, October 19, 2024 beginning at 10am. Burial to follow at Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery.

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Condolences to the Family

November 11, 2024

Good bye my friend you will be missed
Love and prayers to all your family 
Maria Pompa

October 20, 2024

My condolences to you and your family💐💐💐

October 19, 2024

Nitza was the person who helped me,  translating for me when I came from Puerto Rico in 1969 and went to McCaskey High School with very little English. I will eternally be grateful to her for helping me when I needed most. My deepest condolences to all the Rosario family. 

October 19, 2024

Praying for you and your family Nina 🙏🏼 may she rest in peace 💜 

October 19, 2024

I would like to offer my deepest sympathy to you and your family. May the soul of your mother rest in peace. Wishing you courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to hold in your heart forever. Marilyn Gomez

October 19, 2024

My love,condolences, and prayers. May she rest in peace. Fia Shelton

October 19, 2024

My condolences to the entire Rocha family. May God comfort each and everyone of you during this time.  Lyney Armour

October 19, 2024

My condolences to the family , and my dearest angel Nina. She will be with you forever Anna Figueroa

October 19, 2024

My condolences didn’t actually know her but I love the relationship her  and her  daughter had I loved that she shared such a beautiful warm hearted person with us  Julz

October 19, 2024

My condolences to the Family. Thoughts & Prayers are with you at this difficult time.  Colleen Garman

October 19, 2024

I been following Nina for over a year & seen how Nina took great care of her mom. Mrs. Nitza will always be in your heart Nina. My condolences 💐 & prayers are with the family & friends.  Lynae

October 18, 2024

My heart breaks for this family…she was such a beautiful person who loved everyone ! Thank you Jesus for allowinging me the privelege to have known her and be touched by her love❤️❤️❤️ Respecfully Luchie

October 18, 2024

My deepest condolences and prayers of comfort go out to the Rocha and Rosario families. 
Melissa Rhynes 

October 18, 2024

Sister Nitza, was a dear sweet, kindhearted, loving and forever giving servant of the Lord. She always had a beautiful smile on her face when she greeted you. We will miss her loving presence at Greater Emmanuel Temple Church.  She was such a faithful beautiful dedicated Sister in the Lord.  She Loved God and She loved God’s people. She has been called from labor to reward.  She fought a good fight, She kept the Faith and now she is ready to receive her Crown of Righteousness.  We will miss our dear Sister so very much. Sister Nitza, take your rest, we surely loved you as you loved us, but God loved you Best. 

October 16, 2024

Familia rosario Godbless para todos de my familia resivan las condolencias los gueremos un montón y gue QDP desde florida Amen 
 
 

October 16, 2024

Rosa mis condolencias para ti y toda tu Familia me uno a tu dolor y que Dios la tenga en el mejor rinconcito en el cielo….   Un Abrazote de mi parte
         Ady y Familia ❤️🙏🏻

October 15, 2024

My heart breaks for the Rosario  family I’ve know this family for over 50yrs may this beautiful  woman R.I.P. thoughts and prayers for her family and friends my deepest condolences 
                           Love Angel Ruiz (Tuco)
                                 And Family.

October 15, 2024

I am so sorry for this wonderful woman we lost she was amazing in everyway and will always be remembered that way. I remember so many kind things she’s done for me growing up I became really close to this family. Nitza and the family will always be in my prayers and you will be missed. Take care of my bestie and your loving son Michael 💙 
Samantha Teti

October 15, 2024

Rosa 
My dear friend may you find peace with loving memories of your Sister …..love to You and the Family ❤️
Andrew 

October 15, 2024

beautiful lady with such a sweet spirit 
Melinda L Mcneil

October 14, 2024

Sympathy to Nitza’s family…May she rest in peace pain free.. 
Jackie Skethway Vickers and family

October 14, 2024

My sister love you so much and this is so hard. Just knowing that we will have to finish this course here without you. We have no concerns. about eternity. God gave us the best and even with our differences we loved hard. You gave us so many gifts but most importantly the gift to love not only ourselves but loving total strangers. Our father last words were to love each other. Many times it’s been difficult but the grace of God. Thank you God for giving her to us for 70 years and I see you again my sister. We’ll do our best to continue the legacy of loving each other and others. My heart is broken but your legacy is un-matched. Nitza Rosario- Rocha tu vida es una historia de amor. 🙏🏼💐❤️
Rosa Rosario-Amaro

October 14, 2024

I was very fortunate to know Nitza she had the most beautiful smile and such a loving heart I’ve never seen her mad her or sad she was a very happy friendly woman she treated you like family me and my kids enjoyed some of her get together and let me tell you they were so much funny everyone there would have the best time especially all the kids lol she always made you feel like family . I know you are in a better place with people that you love. To my dear friend Rosa and her family my condolences you are all in my prayers  to Lydia I know you’re going to miss her the most because you both had a special sister bond I’m so sorry you are going through this my prayers for you and to all her children and grand children and great grandchildren my condolences to you all. Loosing a mother is the most painful feeling but with god help I know you.all will get through this not the pain but you will get by this day…… I love you all Rosario Rocha family to her husband many prayers because I know this is very hard for him and his health prayers prayers . Rest In Peace Nitza you are a beautiful soul and you left a legacy and many good memories 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼♥️
Maria Ortiz

October 14, 2024

Precious family
May God grant you comfort and strength. You are in my heart. Nitza was a very special sister/friend. Much love Ramonita Rivera Navedo

October 14, 2024

My deepest condolences to the Rocha/Rosario family, I pray you all find comfort, support, and love within each other in this very difficult time. Nitza was one of my mom’s best friends so I’ve known her and her family my entire life and to say she was a kind person is such an understatement. She made us part of her family and never made us feel like we weren’t just as loved as her actual biological family. Many late nights spent in her kitchen sharing coffee, laughs, and wonderful life stories. I’ll miss her laugh, big bright smile, and most of all her sense of humor! That lady sure knew how to make us laugh and we’ll keep her memory alive by remembering all of her iconic frases and the many moments we shared together. Sending hugs and love to everyone hurting right now. 
Nena Solorio

October 14, 2024

It breaks our hearts to see such a beautiful soul called home.  She was a treasured friend and loved by all.  She will surely be missed and remembered always and forever.  Earth’s Loss is Heaven’s Gain.  Rest in Peace knowing that God’s Love, Family’s and True Friends love will never cease. 
Russ and Sherry Richardson & Family

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Friday, October 18, 2024
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Temple The Beautiful Apostolic Church
440 Chester St.
Lancaster, PA 17602
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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