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HAROLD (JAY) ROCKAWAY

08/21/1963 - 09/14/2022

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H. Jay Rockaway (19622022)

Jay Rockaway, a man who rarely lost contact with anyone who touched his heart, died peacefully next to his husband in their Newport Coast, California home the morning of September 14. Jay is survived by his husband Rick Zirkler, mother Vann Maxwell, sister Patricia Trifilio, brother David Rockaway along with several nieces and nephews.

Jay was born in Galveston and raised in Houston. He attended Memorial High School, Texas Tech University, and the University of Houston, working for wealth management firms the majority of his career.

The best years of his life were the past twenty-five in California, sharing his life with his partner and husband, Rick, and their dogs. A celebratio­n of Jay’s life will happen at sea where he will be scattered along with his beloved dog Buddy. He will forever be remembered for his infectious laugh, quick wit and generous spirit that were foundation­al to both the many lasting friendship­s and cherished memories that he has left behind. He will be deeply missed.

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