Joseph L. 'Joe" Pacheco

Passed away after a short illness in Petaluma, March 21, 2024 at the age of 81, beloved husband of Sharon K. Pacheco. Loving father of Cindy (Marc) Nadale, Debbie (Raymond) Duca and Karen (Robert) Mendonca. Cherished grandfather of Jonathan (Brandy), Allison (Sara), Nicholas, Casey, Jacob, Kyle, Natalie and Matthew. Dear great grandfather of Denny, Cece and Jonah.  Adored brother of Mary "Punky" Pacheco and Kathy Pacheco. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

A native of Petaluma, CA, Joe’s family lived in Marin County until he was 10 at which time they moved to the family dairy farm in Petaluma. He was a dairyman for over 50 years and after his retirement, he was a familiar face at Rex Hardware. Joe was a longtime member of Petaluma Elks Lodge and the NSGW #183.

Family and friends are invited to visit at St. Vincent de Paul Church on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 after 10:00 am and to attend the Funeral Mass at 11:00 am. Private  interment will be at Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Petaluma.  The family prefer memorials be made to the American Cancer Society or Petaluma Safe Team.