Jose Mendez De La Cerda Obituary
We announce the death of Jose Mendez De La Cerda (Austin, Texas), who passed away on October 3, 2026, at the age of 64. Jose will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Jose will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Jose will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Jose’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: partner: Ana Maria Icedo Miranda; parents: Sergio, Sr. and Josefina Mendez De La Cerda; children: Joseph De La Cerda (Piper), Ashley Hirn (Sam), Chelsea Beam (Jacob), and Carlos; grandchildren: Christian Harrison DeLaCerda, Jayden Joseph Beam, Jacob Troy DeLaCerda, Jordyn Lynn Beam, Jonathan Slade Beam, Cotton Lane Beam, Benjamin Walker Hirn, Colton Daryl Hirn, and Barrett Hayden Hirn; sisters: Elda Muñoz, Rosa De La Cerda, Irma De La Cerda (Bernard Guzman), Dora Carrales, Francisca De La Cerda, and Julia De La Cerda; brothers: Enrique Carrales and Sergio De La Cerda, Jr. and Ricardo Carrales; nieces and nephews: Rachel Garza (George Garza); other: John Tijerina, Juan De La Cerda, and Randy Brunneman; and numerous other nieces, nephews, loving family members and friends.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 12th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Mission Funeral Home - North Side (607 E Anderson Ln, Austin, TX 78752). A rosary will be held on Monday, October 12th 2026 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the same location. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Tuesday, October 13th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Cristo Rey Catholic Church (2208 E 2nd St, Austin, TX 78702). A burial will be held on Tuesday, October 13th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the same location.
