He served in the army during WWII from 1942-1946. John retired from Santa Fe Railroads at 65, was a dedicated parishioner at Our Lady of Guadalupe and was an avid donor for many charities.
John is survived by his sister, Charlotte Martinez, his children, John Jr., wife Trini, Henry, Diane Calderon, Mary Rojas, husband Alvaro, Gilbert, wife Claire, Eulalia Rosiles, Stevie, wife Sandra. He is also survived by his 21 grandchildren, 50 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren. John is proceeded into death by wife, Victoria.
Funeral services for John will be held on Monday, January 18th at Mt. View Mortuary & Cemetery in San Bernardino. Viewing will be from 10a-12p, Mass from 12p-1p, and Interment from 1p-2p.