Jose Luis Cantu Diaz
March 12, 2024
March 12, 2024
Sunrise: October 11, 1941 ~ Sunset: March 11, 2024
Services
Saturday
March 23, 2024
10a ~ 11a
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
400 S. Water St., Henderson NV 89015
Luncheon To Follow
Saturday
March 23, 2024
10a ~ 11a
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
400 S. Water St., Henderson NV 89015
Luncheon To Follow
Obituary
Jose Luis Cantu-Diaz, 82, went home to God peacefully and surrounded by loved ones on March 11, 2024, after a well fought battle with cancer. Even though we knew he would one day succumb to his illness, he fought so well that we couldn’t see how close his death was. As was his nature, he surprised us to the very end, and we all deeply feel his loss.
Jose Luis Cantu-Diaz, 82, went home to God peacefully and surrounded by loved ones on March 11, 2024, after a well fought battle with cancer. Even though we knew he would one day succumb to his illness, he fought so well that we couldn’t see how close his death was. As was his nature, he surprised us to the very end, and we all deeply feel his loss.
Jose was born on October 11, 1941 to Guadalupe in Mexico City, Mexico. He was one of 7 siblings. He had a deep love of nature that he passed on to his children. One of his favorite stories to share was leaving school to wander the mountains near his home. He described lying on the ground at the top of the mountain and watching as the stars moved across the sky. He said it was as though he could feel the earth’s movement beneath him.
Jose was also an avid Elvis Presley fan, and he adored soccer. He never missed watching a game when his team, Club América, played. But above all his interests and hobbies, his faith in and love of God played a pivotal role in his life. Regardless of his religious affiliation, he was a devout follower of Jesus Christ, and he spent his life sharing his faith with any and all who would listen. His testimony shined brightly for all to see.
In 1974, Jose courageously moved to the United States. Shortly after arriving, he became a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Not too long after, he met and married the love of his life, Angie. They were married for almost 48 years and have four children together. Through thick and thin, he held to a promise he made to his mother: He would never abandon his family.
A funeral service to honor and celebrate Jose's life will be held on March 23, 2024, at 400 S. Water Street, Henderson, NV 89015. Viewing will be at 10:00 A.M., Services at 11:00 A.M.
Memories and photos would be greatly appreciated.
His Journey's Just Began
Don’t think of him as gone away his journey’s just begun, life holds so many facets this earth is only one. Just think of him as resting from the sorrows and the tears in a place of warmth and comfort where there are no days and years. Think how he must be wishing that we could know today how nothing but our sadness can really pass away. And think of him as living in the hearts of those he touched… for nothing loved is ever lost and he was loved so much.
Don’t think of him as gone away his journey’s just begun, life holds so many facets this earth is only one. Just think of him as resting from the sorrows and the tears in a place of warmth and comfort where there are no days and years. Think how he must be wishing that we could know today how nothing but our sadness can really pass away. And think of him as living in the hearts of those he touched… for nothing loved is ever lost and he was loved so much.
