John "Jack" J. Baltas, 70, died Sunday April 22, 2012 at Leominster Hospital in Leominster, MA. He was the son of the late Anne Prisco. Jack was born on August 25, 1941, in Meriden. Known to his friends as "Cadillac Jack", he was a longtime resident of Meriden and attended local schools. Jack's true passion in life was his love of motorcycles and his motorcycle club. He was the founder of the East Coast Diablo's MC and also the Clubs Past National President. Jack also enjoyed spending time at the shore in Westbrook and Milford. He was "one of a kind", a man who cared about his neighbors and who was always a reliable friend. He is survived by his children: John Baltas Jr. and his wife Cheryl of Yucaipa, CA, Damon Baltas-St. John and his wife Kim of Northford, CT, Shane Baltas of Meriden, Jackie Medellin and her husband Matthew of San Antonio, TX, Heather Gish and her husband Scott of Kensington, Joe Baltas of Meriden, Nadeine Baltas of Meriden; his sister Kathy Schwartz and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Jack was predeceased by his daughter Kim Foglio and a sister Joanne DeMarco-Thorpe.