"Our deepest condolences and prayers to all of the family. Our memories of the Rocha family has been since our parents knew his parents meeting in the 50?s while working at Ferris Nursery. One of my fondest memories is of Beto starting headstart when he was five and would only board the bus if he could sit on my lap . We became buddies. We will always very fond memories and hope that the family find comfort in theirs. Jose and Irene Guzman Des Moines, IA"
In loving memory of
Gregorio "Beto" Rocha, Jr.
July 18, 1960 - May 19, 2019
Gregorio "Beto" Rocha, Jr., 58, of Hampton, passed away Sunday, May 19, 2019, at his home in Hampton. He was born July 18, 1960, in Hampton, to Gregorio Rocha, Sr. and Antonia Salinas.
Greg graduated from Hampton Community School. He continued his education at North Iowa Area Community College in Mason City and the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls.
On June 19, 2004, Greg was united in marriage to Pamela Humburg at Saylorville Lake in Polk City. He was employed at Sukup Manufacturing, working with air systems. Greg enjoyed wood working, gardening, dancing and listening to his Tejano band La Mafia. He also enjoyed spending time with his family.
Greg is survived by his wife Pamela Rocha of Hampton, son Blaize (Chantal) Rocha of Mason City, son Keegan (Elizabeth) Rocha of Mason City, son Dalen Rocha of Arizona, daughter Celeste Rocha of Colorado, son Dawson Rocha of Hampton, stepson Dakota Torgerson of Waterloo, three grandchildren, brother Art (Janie) Rocha of Hampton, mother-in-law Verna Humburg of Hampton, along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Rosa, Fina and Olga, brother Lupe and father-in-law Daryl Humburg.
Tributes
"I remember my uncle getting mad and telling on me to my mom and grandma when I used too write all over his Dallas Cowboys schedules he took hours even days to make. Still he would feel bad after a while and give me candy or cookies???????"
"Absolutely loved talking football with him at sukups and razzing him about his beloved cowboys. He will be missed! "