Jamestown in Tuolumne County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Rocca Park

John Rocca

— Born in Italy —

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Photographed By Karen Key, April 16, 2011

1. Rocca Park Marker

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Passed away July 6, 1921 at the family home on Algerine Road at the age of 77. John Rocca was a man of strong personality and rare business judgement. He gained a wide host of friends and accumulated land and business undertakings which he managed successfully. John Rocca acquired considerable property in the Algerine Road area and in the town of Jamestown including this land which was donated for a park in 1980 by his daughter Edna Rocca Collard. He took an active interest in all matters in which the county's progress or welfare was involved. He served on the Board of Supervisors. John Rocca was twice married and beloved father of 19 children. It has been said that his funeral was the largest ever seen in Tuolumne County.

Dedicated October 17, 2010

Donated by Ronald Gianelli Family

Erected 2010 by Ronald Gianelli Family.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Industry & Commerce • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical date for this entry is July 6, 1921.

Location. 37° 57.206′ N, 120°

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25.387′ W. Marker is in Jamestown, California, in Tuolumne County. Marker is at the intersection of Main Street and Seca Street, on the right when traveling south on Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Jamestown CA 95327, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Jamestown (a few steps from this marker); Jamestown Branch Jail (within shouting distance of this marker); Ramirez – Preston Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Community Hall / Jamestown Justice Court (within shouting distance of this marker); The Emporium – 1897 (within shouting distance of this marker); National Hotel (within shouting distance of this marker); Red Light District (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Willow (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Jamestown.

Photographed By Karen Key, April 16, 2011

2. Rocca Park Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on November 7, 2019. It was originally submitted on May 23, 2011, by Karen Key of Sacramento, California. This page has been viewed 603 times since then and 39 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 23, 2011, by Karen Key of Sacramento, California.