HAVERHILL – Rocco Basso, 87, lifelong Haverhill resident, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on August 14, 2025.
Born September 22, 1937, he was the son of the late Anthony J. and Helen (Goudreault) Basso. A graduate of Haverhill High School and the Maryland Casualty School of Insurance, Rocco began his career at the Haverhill Italian American Credit Union before serving more than 35 years as a principal of the Basso Insurance Agency with his cousin, Robert Basso. He retired as Vice President of Eastern Insurance Group.
Rocco served on the boards of the Haverhill Italian American Credit Union, Haverhill Bank, and the Haverhill Country Club, where he was also a past President. An avid golfer, he was the club’s longest-tenured member since joining in 1959 and maintained a single-digit handicap well into his 70s. He was also a past member of the Lions and Rotary Clubs of Greater Haverhill, contributing his time and energy to many local causes.
A devoted New England Patriots season ticket holder since 1967 and a longtime Boston Bruins fan, Rocco attended numerous Super Bowls and World Series games, often when his friend Dick Stello was umpiring. He enjoyed annual golf trips with friends and playing top courses throughout New England and the U.S.
Above all, Rocco loved time with family. He is survived by his wife, Donna (Mottram) Comeau Basso; son Paul R. Basso, and his children Olivia, Rocco, and Daniel; daughter, Pamela M. Basso, her life partner Daniel Antonelli, and her children Christopher and Marissa Janco; his stepson, Thomas Comeau and wife Amber, and their children, Jason, Kylie, Ruth, and Gus. He leaves his sister Nancy Karam and her husband George; brother-in-law Dr. Theodore Souliotis; daughter-in-law Jacqueline Basso; son-in-law Mark Janco; generations of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and many dear friends. He was predeceased by his wife of 51 years, Marcia A. (Fenlon) Basso, and his sister Judith Souliotis.
ARRANGEMENTS: Calling hours will be held on Monday, August 18, 2025 from 4–7 p.m., at Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St., Haverhill. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, August 19, at 10 a.m., at Sacred Hearts Church, 165 S. Main St., Haverhill. Burial will follow in Elmwood Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Rocco L. Basso to: Boys and Girls Club of Greater Haverhill, 55 Emerson St., Haverhill, MA 01830. Please visit www.comeaufuneral.com or Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook.
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So very sorry for your loss
Pam, I am so sorry for your loss and the loss for your family. I’m glad he passed peacefully with all of you by his side. Love, hugs and prayers from your plaid skirt sistah! xxxooo
Rocco was the nicest person you would ever meet as a stranger. I was working as a Caddy at the Haverhill Country Club and he selected me to carry his clubs around the course. He chatted with me a little now and then, buying me cold coke at the end. Thank you for being so thoughtful and kind good Sir. You were an example of how good men should act. I learned a good lesson that day so long ago.
To Rocco and his family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. He was a good friend to my father Arthur and sadly passed on my father’s birthday. May he rest in peace.
Sincerely
Wanda Quatrale
I started caddying for Rocco in 1963 at Haverhill Country Club. He was funny and generous…his whole life. He will be warmly remembered by all at HCC…..
I caddie for Mr Basso in the early 80s and later worked in the Pro Shop. Rocco was always pleasant and showed how to be gentleman. He was well liked by the caddis and Pro Ship staff. My condolences to his family and friends.
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