John Ray Romero, age 69, passed away on February 25, 2026. He was a resident of Colorado Springs for 47 years and was formerly a resident of Pueblo, Colorado.
John was born on August 1, 1956, in Pueblo, to Armando Romero and Beatrice Gonzales Romero. He attended Pueblo East High School and graduated with the class of 1974. He married Mary Lou Cordova in Pueblo as well. John served active duty in the U.S. Air Force for four years and worked for 44 years as a heavy equipment operator for the U.S. Air Force Academy. He enjoyed fishing, had a love for baseball and football, and stayed involved with his grandchildren’s sports activities.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Lou Romero; two daughters, Ninka Romero and Lisa Medina (Estevan); six grandchildren: Dominic Torres, Geno Gonzales (Annie), Jacob Gonzales (Vanessa), Alena Vigil (Leonard), Josiah Trujillo (Rachelle), and Estevan Medina Jr. (Alicia); his mother, Beatrice Romero; and his sisters, Dorothy Hermosillo and Carol Lucero.
He was preceded in death by his father, Armando Romero.
John leaves a lasting legacy as a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, son, brother, friend, and leader to many. He will be greatly missed and forever loved by all who knew him.
A celebration of life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 3, 2026, at the Shrine of Remembrance, 1730 E. Fountain Blvd., Colorado Springs, Colorado 80910.
Johnny Ray was not only my dad’s (Paul Bejarano)best friend and partner in crime, I called him my brother. John and Mary lou’s family were our family. Although, time may have passed they were always in our thoughts and prayers. He will be greatly missed. Love you
I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. He was quiet but made me laugh when would play softball.
John was my brother and my protector when we were young kids. We had many beautiful memories as kids playing with our friends and our large family of cousins. I will always cherish our relationship and I will especially miss his phone call on my birthday. John never forgot my birthday.!! Rest in Peace John, always in my heart ❤️
Johnny Ray as I knew him for the past 68 years. As toddlers in Norfolk Virginia where my brother took me for a walk to find our mom at the corner store. From our school years when our dog Midnight would follow us to school, there was my brother taking him back home. Through High school where John would drive his friends to school along with the love of his life Mary Lou. We celebrated each other’s graduations also we celebrated our weddings together as well as the birth of our children. Our parents Anniversary and retirements. We always called each for our birthdays. John always teased me that I was catching up to him. I guess I will this coming year where he will be forever 69. Love you always and forever my one and only Brother! Thanks for a life time of memories!
I’m going to miss you and our phone calls every week. I am thankful that you and my mom were die hard broncos fans and would call each other during the games to cheer them on . I have many memories and you will greatly be missed and all the great times our families had together. I know that God had your wings ready for you and a place for you in heaven.
We have not seen John and Mary Lou for many years. John’s parents Bea and Armand took care of our three children(toddler and twin infants)beginning in 1978 to 1992, at their home in Pueblo.
John and Mary Lou were living in Colorado Springs at the time. Our. children loved playing with Ninka and Lisa Romero.
We are deeply saddened by John’s passing.
The Romero’s are a wonderful family and our lives are blessed by the Romero’s being apart of our extended family.
Gods blessings and peace.
My condolences to the family 🌹🙏. You all are in my prayers 💕🙏.
My family sends our condolences to the Romero family. You are in our prayers.🙏🏾
Just an overall amazing man who God you felt like you knew your whole life the first time you met him. So sad and joyful as there is no doubt he is with our king.
Great memories of John, MaryLou, Ninka and Lisa. As a tight family of laughter and love, we shared family get togethers. Lindy, me, Jason and Julian would all spend family time together on weekends and holidays. John was our brother as our sons respected him and called him Uncle John! You are loved by all. Lindy threw the first pitch and God said John walk with me son, your on my team, I need a lifetime baseball ⚾️ pitcher!