Richard died the way he lived his life...on his own terms and by his rules!
He proudly served his country with the U.S. Army which included a tour to Vietnam. He served with Company A, 1st Battalion, 5th Infantry of the 25th Infantry Division’s 2nd Brigade near Long Binh.
Richard was an amazing storyteller! He often shared the many stories about his life’s journey with anyone that would listen!
Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Lupe Pacheco, his brother Roger Pacheco and his daughter Patricia M. Castillo.
He is survived by his son, Paul Pacheco (Lauren); daughter, Sonia P. Gonzales (Thomas); sisters, Amelia Ruiz (Santos), Frances Pacheco, Olivia Pacheco, Virginia Pacheco, Mary Helen Marroquin (Richard), Aurora Pacheco, Carmen Pacheco; and brother Melchor Pacheco; 9 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews!
Richard will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
While he is now gone he will certainly never be forgotten.