Arnulfo “Arnie” Cisneros, Jr., 85, of West Bridgewater, passed away on January 6th 2026 in his daughter’s home in Rochester.

He was born in Laredo, Texas on December 23rd, 1940, a son of the late Arnulfo Cisneros, Sr. and Delfina Benavides Cisneros. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Diana, his son, Mark, and his sister, Consuelo Cisneros. He is survived by his children, Delfina (Rick Coleman) Cisneros of Rochester, Michael (Meagan) Cisneros of Seattle, Washington and Michelle (Christopher) Baker of York, Pennsylvania, nine grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, his siblings: Rosa María (David) Curiel of Laredo, Texas, Alicia (Genaro) Vela of Laredo, Texas, Adrian “Mundo” (Debbie) Cisneros of Beaver and Rosario (Eddie) Vega of Laredo, Texas; as well as a host of beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Arnulfo graduated from Martin High School in Laredo, Texas in 1960, where he excelled in his studies. He then went on to receive a B.S. Degree in Business from Geneva College, and he received a Master’s Degree in International Business Affairs from Texas A & M University in Laredo, Texas. He was an administrator at the Laredo Transit Authority in Laredo, Texas, and after moving to Beaver, he worked at St. Joe Lead in Monaca. In 1988, he opened his restaurant The Taco Express in West Bridgewater, which was well known for it’s authentic Mexican cuisine. He went on to work at the U.S. Airways Express in Pittsburgh and later owned the Tax Express in West Bridgewater. He was a proud member of the United States Marine Corps, where he played the trumpet in the USMC Marching Band. He was known for his love of music and he also played the piano and guitar. He was known for his magnetic personality. He always greeted family and friends with a smile and warm hug. He had a special place in his heart for those less fortunate. If anyone was in need of help, he was the first to respond. He was a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Beaver, where he faithfully attended Holy Mass every Sunday.

The GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 340 Third Street, Beaver, was honored to care for Arnulfo and his family during this most difficult time and was the funeral home that was in charge of his arrangements.

A Celebration of Life will be held by the family on Saturday, January 17th from 2-6 p.m. at the Grille at Bridgewater Crossings, 206 Mulberry Street Extension, Bridgewater.