Jose Alfredo Pichardo

Jose “Kito” Alfredo Pichardo, beloved dad, son, brother and boyfriend went home to be with the Lord on January 5, 2017. He was 21 years old, born on October 18, 1995 in Tucson, Arizona. He is preceded in death by his brother Joey Pichardo and grandparents, Eddie “Lalo” Holguin, Juan and Margarita Garcia. He is survived by his parents; Jose and Terry Pichardo; 4 month old twin sons, Alexander James and Maximus Joseph' long time girlfriend, Aileen Ruiz; siblings, Juan Carlos, Maricruz, Sonya (Guero), Deanna, Michelle, Melissa, and Victor; and grandmother Antonia Holguin.  He also had numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends who loved him dearly. Kito was very loving, kind and had a heart of gold. He would go out of his way to help anyone and everyone in need. He loved sports and was a die hard 49ers fan. He had a great sense of humor and loved joking around with family and friends. His twin boys meant the world to him and he loved spending time with them while watching them grow. Services will begin on Sunday, January 15, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a sermon starting at 7:00 p.m. at Martinez Funeral Chapels, 2580 S. 6th Ave., Tucson, AZ.  Services will continue on Monday, January 16, 2017 from 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. with a Chapel Service at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow immediately at Southlawn Cemetery, 5401 S. Park Ave. Tucson, Arizona. Services and arrangements entrusted to Martinez Funeral Chapels (520) 547-3400.