Jorge Pacheco
February 17, 1932 — December 31, 2019
Jorge Pacheco, 87, was born on February 17, 1926 in Mexico City to his father and Mercedes Castillo. Growing up in poverty and enduring a tough childhood, Jorge knew he wanted more for his life and dreamed of the “crossover”. At nineteen years old, Jorge married his wife Margarita Baez and together they had five beautiful children: George, Jose “Pepo”, Genoveve “Machis”, Arturo “Turi”, and Norma “Chiquis”. Wanting a better life for his family, Jorge finally crossed over alone at the young age of 19 years old without knowing a word of English and having only had less than a second grade education. What Jorge did possess was a serious work ethic and the drive to provide not only financially for his family but also to provide a decent childhood to his children.
Jorge initially settled in the City of Los Angeles and worked as a busboy. He learned enough English to survive and eventually was able to send for Margarita and their two sons George and Pepo. Jorge secured himself at a company known as Hoffy where he worked during the wee hours each morning as a butcher for over forty-five years. Jorge and Margarita later went on to have three more children, Genoveve, Arturo and Norma while living on 17th Street in Los Angeles. Tragedy struck the family when they lost Arturo “Turi” at 16 years old –the family was never the same. Aside from the loss of their son, the threat of gang infestation coupled with the government exercising its power of eminent domain, Jorge and Margarita were forced to find a new place for their family to call home.
In 1973, Jorge discovered the promising city of Montebello and decided to establish the family roots here and other extended family members followed. In the family and community, Jorge was known to help out whether it be finding a job or lending a hand. After working for 45 years, Jorge retired at 65 and spent time with his wife and became a gym regular who dedicated himself to personal fitness. Jorge loved to dance and hosted many Pacheco family parties. The Pacheco’s were known to open their home to all. Jorge’s proudest moment was he and Margarita became naturalized as citizens in 1994.
Jorge came to this country with nothing and through hard work and perseverance was able to provide his family a two story home, earn a pension and at one point bought his wife Margarita a Mercedes. He neither bragged about these symbolic accomplishments nor boasted his successes. He was very humble and spoke about working hard and how he never missed work. Jorge never realized that he had become the epitome of the “American Dream”. He continues to be a role model to the family.
Jorge is survived by his loving family: George and Elizabeth Pacheco of Montebello, Ca., Jose “Pepo” and Ana Pacheco of La Verne, Ca., Genoveve and Don Henchel of Montebello, Ca., and Norma and Raymundo “Gabby” Serrato of Montebello, Ca. His Grandchildren: Gia L. Pacheco, Jennifer Pacheco (Joshua) Villalobos, Marc Pacheco, Don Henchel, Arthur Pacheco, David Pacheco, Amanda Pacheco and Jose Luis Pacheco. Jorge was blessed to have known his great-grandchildren: Gemma, Joshua, Noah, Giana, Arturo Valentin and Leo. He is also survived by other family and friends in the community who will miss him dearly. Jorge is now resting in paradise with his wife Margarita and their Son, Turi in heaven. The family thanks everyone for their outpouring of support and words of comfort during this difficult time.
Condolences may be sent to the family through our website.
Jorge initially settled in the City of Los Angeles and worked as a busboy. He learned enough English to survive and eventually was able to send for Margarita and their two sons George and Pepo. Jorge secured himself at a company known as Hoffy where he worked during the wee hours each morning as a butcher for over forty-five years. Jorge and Margarita later went on to have three more children, Genoveve, Arturo and Norma while living on 17th Street in Los Angeles. Tragedy struck the family when they lost Arturo “Turi” at 16 years old –the family was never the same. Aside from the loss of their son, the threat of gang infestation coupled with the government exercising its power of eminent domain, Jorge and Margarita were forced to find a new place for their family to call home.
In 1973, Jorge discovered the promising city of Montebello and decided to establish the family roots here and other extended family members followed. In the family and community, Jorge was known to help out whether it be finding a job or lending a hand. After working for 45 years, Jorge retired at 65 and spent time with his wife and became a gym regular who dedicated himself to personal fitness. Jorge loved to dance and hosted many Pacheco family parties. The Pacheco’s were known to open their home to all. Jorge’s proudest moment was he and Margarita became naturalized as citizens in 1994.
Jorge came to this country with nothing and through hard work and perseverance was able to provide his family a two story home, earn a pension and at one point bought his wife Margarita a Mercedes. He neither bragged about these symbolic accomplishments nor boasted his successes. He was very humble and spoke about working hard and how he never missed work. Jorge never realized that he had become the epitome of the “American Dream”. He continues to be a role model to the family.
Jorge is survived by his loving family: George and Elizabeth Pacheco of Montebello, Ca., Jose “Pepo” and Ana Pacheco of La Verne, Ca., Genoveve and Don Henchel of Montebello, Ca., and Norma and Raymundo “Gabby” Serrato of Montebello, Ca. His Grandchildren: Gia L. Pacheco, Jennifer Pacheco (Joshua) Villalobos, Marc Pacheco, Don Henchel, Arthur Pacheco, David Pacheco, Amanda Pacheco and Jose Luis Pacheco. Jorge was blessed to have known his great-grandchildren: Gemma, Joshua, Noah, Giana, Arturo Valentin and Leo. He is also survived by other family and friends in the community who will miss him dearly. Jorge is now resting in paradise with his wife Margarita and their Son, Turi in heaven. The family thanks everyone for their outpouring of support and words of comfort during this difficult time.
Condolences may be sent to the family through our website.
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