He married Maria Rivera Escamilla in 1974 and the couple had six children. He owned his own business called Escamilla Tire Shop for more than 20 years.
His family and friends will always remember him as a strong, funny with a great sense of humor, loving, kind and caring person.
He is survived by: Brenda Hinojosa, Jose Escamilla Jr, Maria E. Escamilla, Licho Escamilla, Juan Escamilla, Rachel Meraz; grandkids, Angelina, Elena, Joey, Samantha, Raul, Ruby, Ruben, Isaak, Juan Jr., Bella, Faith and Ninah.