Jose L. DeLeon

Jose L. DeLeon, 66, was born on April 5, 1959, in Guadalajara, Mexico, and passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at his home in South Sioux City. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, and his legacy will continue to live on through his family and friends.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, August 29, 2025, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in South Sioux City with Father Matt Niggemeyer celebrating the Mass. Visitation with the family will be Thursday, August 28, 2025, from 4:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. at Mohr & Becker-Hunt Funeral Home.  Burial for Jose will be in Mexico. 

Jose attended school in Mexico and San Felipe College. He moved to California in 1975 before settling in South Sioux City at the age of 18. He dedicated many years of his life to his career at Tyson Foods, where he first worked during its IBP days and remained until his retirement. His commitment and hard work were hallmarks of his character, and he took great pride in his profession.

Jose’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to start and operate several businesses throughout his life. Above all, he cherished the moments spent with his beloved grandchildren, who brought him immense joy.

Jose leaves behind his wife, Evelyn DeLeon, and his children: Lupita DeLeon (Sergio Limon) of Zapotlanejo Mexico, Luis Fuentes of Sioux City, Daysie Fuentes (Humberto Valencia) of South Sioux City, and Yeraldi Fuentes of Sioux City. He also took great pride in his grandchildren, Natalie Valencia-DeLeon, Emmanuel Aldana-DeLeon, Humberto Valencia-DeLeon Jr., Maximilliano Limon-DeLeon, and Jayden Valencia-DeLeon. His siblings, Victor Manuel DeLeon, Jorge Alberto DeLeon, Manuel DeLeon, Mario DeLeon, and Teresa DeLeon, remember him fondly as well.

Jose is preceded in death by his parents, Manuel DeLeon-Davalos and Teresa Gomez-Torrez.