Jesus M. Rocha, age 93, of Lake Station, was called home Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 16, 1926 in Topeka, Kansas to the late Jose and Maria Rocha.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 67 years, Maria (Garza) Rocha; sons, Jorge Rocha, Fernando (Maria) Rocha, Luis (Brenda) Rocha, James Rocha; daughters, Terry Gomez, Dianna (Michael) Miller, Esther (Jerry) Baldazo; 19 loving grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, many nephews, nieces, extended family members and friends.
He was preceded in death by his son, Gabriel (Barbara) Rocha; son-in-law, Albert Gomez.
Visitation for Jesus will be held Sunday, February 2, 2020 from 2:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel, 5341 Central Ave., Portage. A funeral service will take place Monday, February 3, 2020 at 10:00 am at the funeral home. He will be laid to rest at Angelcrest Cemetery, Valparaiso. For more information, please call (219) 762-3013. Online condolences may be shared with the family at
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