Jose Montes Cisneroz

Jose Montes Cisneroz passed away on November 7, 2026. He was born on Christmas Eve, December 24, 1936, in La Mesa to Luisa Montes Cisneroz and Juan B. Cisneroz. He was the oldest of six children.

Jose served for 21 years in the United States Air Force, serving as a staff sergeant with the U.S. Air Force Strategic Air Command. In 1981, he earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration. He went on to work as an accountant for the United States Army before retiring a second time.

Jose shared 40 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Eleanor. Together, they made a happy home in La Mesa—a treasured part of their life together.

He is survived by his sister, Inez Vigil; his daughters, Carmen Reyes and Camille Cisneroz; his four grandchildren, Juan Cisneroz, Jesus Cisneroz, Alyssa Reyes, and Ian Reyes, along with Ian’s wife, Casey; nine great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He loved them all.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Luisa and Juan; his brothers, Euolgio, Smoody, and Neto; his grandson, Shea Reyes; and his beloved wife, Eleanor.

Jose’s family will remember him with love and gratitude for the life they shared. The love he gave to his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and extended family will remain a