Michael Rocha

September 26, 1962 - January 2, 2018

Michael Rocha “Magic Mike” (55) of Toppenish passed away on Tuesday January 2, 2018 in Palm Desert, CA. Mike was born in Toppenish on September 26, 1962 to Benito and Frances (Hernandez) Rocha. He graduated from Toppenish High School in 1981 and went on to work for DeVry Institute as a recruiter. Mike was a motivational speaker when he was with DeVry and was a re-known illusionist-magician who would perform at schools and community events throughout the valley. He was often called upon by family and friends to perform his talents. He loved karaoke, dancing, bbqing, the seahawks and spending time with his family and friends. Mike will be remembered as a person with a great personality, life of the party and always making people laugh. His father and uncles will cherish the hikes they would take with Mike around the NW. He was most recently working for Pace International in Wapato and was also a volunteer ESL teacher. Mike was extremely close to his “Pal” Miko his youngest son. His last days with his children in California were the best days of his life and he had mentioned relocating to Southern California. Mike is survived by his parents, Benito and Frances Rocha of Toppenish; his children, Priscilla Guerra and Michael G. Rocha Jr. both of Palm Desert, CA and his youngest son, Michael “Miko” Rocha of Vancouver; five grandchildren; his sister, Teresa (Steve) Rocha-Hyatt of Yakima and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandparents and some aunts and uncles. Celebration of life will be on Monday January 15, 2018 at 1PM at the Zillah Church of the Nazarene. Friends can send condolences at www.toppenishfunerals.com. Colonial Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.