John F. Martino, Sr. passed away November 6, 2009 in Pueblo, Colorado. John was born September 3, 1930 in Pueblo to Fred and Inez Martino and spent his entire life in the Rock Creek Hill area. He enjoyed tending to his cattle and spending time with his best friend and grandson Spike. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Al Martino and Fred George Martino and his niece Celeste Martino. His survivors include 3 sons, John F. (Cathi) Martino, Jr., Gary (Mary) Martino and Brian (Courtney McDonald) Martino, his grandchildren John F. “Spike” Martino III, Elisabeth, Michael and Laura Martino as well as numerous cousins and friends. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 2 pm until 6 pm at the Davis Mortuary. Funeral Mass will be held at 10 am on Thursday, November 12, 2009 at the Shrine of St. Therese, 300 Goodnight. Interment will follow in the Imperial Memorial Gardens.