He was born on November 25, 1925 in Trinidad, Colorado.
John was employed by Rio Grande Sand & Gravel for over 30 years. He was a baseball coach for Arvada little league and was a devoted Rockies fan.
He is survived by his wife Mary of 72 years; children, Dee (Bob) Merciez, Johnny ( Dr. Janice) Pacheco, Frank Pacheco, George Pacheco and Palmer (Jim) Mason; 13 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild & numerous nieces and nephews.
