He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Rosa Laura Cantu, three children Laura Estela, Rosa Iliana, Jose Maria and daughter-in-law Claudia; three grandchildren, Alex, Sofia, Janessa; sister, Blanca Molina and brother Roberto Cantu.
A visitation for Jose Maria will be held Thursday, December 14, 2023 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, with a Prayer Service from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM.