Jose Refugio Martin Del Campo

Jose R Martin del Campo of Milliken, Colorado passed away on December 28, 2023, surrounded by his family. Jose was born on July 4, 1935, in Mexico and attended schools there. He married Teresa de Jesus Vela in Piedras Negras, Coah, Mexico.
Jose (Joe) worked as a boiler operator for Great Western Sugar Company in Johnstown, Colorado for over thirty years before the company was purchased by Coors Brewing company. He continued working for Coors Brewing when he retired with over 40 years of employment. During his career, he served as a mentor and trainer to many fellow employees known not only for his wealth of knowledge but also for his quick wit.
His hobbies included but not limited to attending auctions looking for the best deal, carpentry, mechanic, dancer (especially salsa), raising livestock, farming, self-taught architect, remodeling of homes and traveling. At age 75, he fulfilled his "bucket list/childhood dream" of bullfighting.
He is survived by his children: son, Hector Martin del Campo (Shelley), daughter, Silvia Hayes (Randy) and daughter, Noemi Martin del Campo (Eldridge Frazier III). Sister: Hilda Martinez. Grandchildren: Milo Martin del Campo (Sofia), Mariah Martin del Campo (Aaron Lehr), Javier Martin del Campo, Ramiro Martinez (Roxanna) and Diego Martinez. Great-grandchildren: Serenity, Penelope, Aniyah, Liliana and Roman. And many nieces and nephews both here in Colorado and Mexico.
He is preceded in death by his spouse, Teresa Martin del Campo, his parents Nicolasa and Jose I Martin del Campo. Sisters, Beatriz Martin del Campo, Luz Maria Chavez, and Odalmira Martin del Campo. Brother-in-laws, Cervando Chavez, and Leroy Martinez
A viewing for Jose will be held Tuesday, January 9, 2024 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. A recitation of the rosary will occur Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 6:00 PM at Allnutt Funeral & Cremation - Macy, 6521 W. 20th Street, Greeley, Colorado 80634. A mass of christian burial will occur Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at 11:00 AM at St. Mary Catholic Church, 2222 23rd Avenue, Greeley, CO 80634. A burial will occur Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at Johnstown Cemetery, 23101 CO Rd 13, Johnstown, CO 80534.