Jose Belem Leal of Ridgecrest, CA, was born in Mexico on January 27th 1961, to Maria Mata and Arturo Leal. He went home to be with the Lord on November 1st 2026, at the age of 65. He was preceded in death by his mother, Maria; his mother-in-law, Antonia; and his grandson, Tayden. Jose was a hard-working man, always full of life and laughter. He was baptized in the Lord's name at Oasis Christian Center by Pastor Lorenzo Hernandez. 

In his departure, he leaves his loving wife of 45 years, Gloria Leal, and their seven children: Jennifer Hernandez, Janet Redondo, Jose Leal, Jesse Leal, Victor Leal, Jasmine Roberson-Graham, and Bryan Leal. He also leaves 22 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, and many family members and friends who will cherish his memory. He will always be loved and never forgotten.