Virginia Tocci

October 4, 2020

Virginia Tocci, age 91, passed away Sunday, Oct. 4 at Tallwoods Care Center, Bayville. Born in Brooklyn, New York, she moved to Seaside Heights in 1962. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She loved her family very much and would do anything for them. She was the rock that held the family together. Virginia was supportive and provided love and care to her family and friends. She was a great cook and enjoyed a good pinochle or poker game. She was the head cashier for Casino Pier in Seaside Heights for over 35 years. She loved the Pier, as it was her second family. She was predeceased by her husband, Richard G. Tocci, July 29, 1995, and grandson Steven Paul Lockerbie, August 14, 2001. Virginia is survived by her children, Richard M Tocci (Barbara) of Holtsville, NY, Elena Lockerbie and Diana Slattery both of Beachwood, NJ and 4 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchildren with another baby arriving soon. In addition, she leaves behind many beloved nieces and nephews and her two Yorkies, Cubby and Zoe, who provided much comfort to her over these final years. Virginia was proud of her family and all their accomplishments. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.