Jose Cantu, Jr.

Professional career

Education

Additional information

• Jose Cantu, Jr. was born March 15, 1955, and passed away March 24, 2024, at home in Pearland, Texas, from complications with diabetes, surrounded by his family.
• Public records and obituaries indicate that Cantu had a long legal career before and after his municipal judicial service.
• Recognized for his work as an attorney and judge, and was remembered by clients, colleagues, and friends for his dedication and community involvement.
• His obituary notes that he will be deeply missed by his clients, friends, colleagues, and loved ones.
• Cantu was described as a “joyous man” who loved his wife, enjoyed cooking for friends and neighbors, and held his work as an attorney and judge in high regard.
• He was 69 years old and survived by his wife of 46 years, Belinda (Novark), seven brothers, two sisters, and extended family.
• He was also survived by his “adopted” daughter, Chikako Iizuka, and her daughter, Mitsuki.