Santos is preceded in death by his father, Santos Lua, and his mother, Maria Manzo. He is survived by his siblings: Mercedes Hernandez, Yolanda Lua Mendoza, Jesusita Hernandez, Silviano Lua, Flora Garcia, and Hermilo Lua.
A vigil will be held at Dopkins Funeral Chapel, located at 189 South J Street, Dinuba, CA 93618, on December 29, 2025, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. A rosary will take place at the same venue on December 29, 2025, from 6:00 pm to 6:30 pm. The burial will occur at Smith Mountain Cemetery, located at 42088 Rd 100, Dinuba, CA 93618, on December 30, 2025, from 11:00 am to 11:45 am.