Jack Richard Baca, 73, of Rocky Ford, CO, passed away Saturday, February 22nd, at Parkview Medical Center, Pueblo.

Jack was born in Rocky Ford, CO on July 10, 1946, a son of the late Lucille (Fernandez) Martinez - Baca and Ray Rumaldo Baca.

He graduated from Rocky Ford High School in 1966.

He attended the St. Peters Catholic Church in Rocky Ford, CO.

He worked as an Auto Mechanic.

Jack was an avid Bronco fan and enjoyed building model cars, bar - b ques with family and friends, his beer, iced tea and holiday get together's with family.

He is survived by: Brother Tommy (Georga) Baca, of Rocky Ford, CO; Sister Linda Baca, of Denver, CO; Sister Susan Vasquez, of Denver, CO; Brother Anthony Baca, of La Junta, CO; Special Friends Frank Valdez, Leonard & Roseanne Gonzales; He is also survived by Nieces and Nephews: Thomas (Cindy) Baca, Sherri Baca, Alicia Silva, Dominique (Bernadette) Baca, Joseph Silva, Louie (Lindsey) Martinez, Crea Baca, Lazette Vazquez, Ely Vazquez, Nicholas (Markette) Baca, Dana Martinez, Colette Arganbright - Martinez.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents; sister: Theresa Baca; nephew: Little Freddie Gonzales.

A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 PM on Sunday, March 1st at Ford - Ustick Funeral Home in Rocky Ford, CO. Inurnment will be in the Valley View Cemetery, Rocky Ford, CO.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Ford - Ustick Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to www.fordustick.com.