El Mencho was laid to rest in a golden casket in Guadalajara's Zapopan cemetery, his burial attended by dozens despite heightened security concerns. The funeral, marked by black umbrellas and banda music, occurred amid escalating violence following his death in a military operation. Authorities cited security reasons for withholding the burial location, though the ceremony drew cartel supporters who view such funerals as elevating figures to legendary status.

The burial site's secrecy reflects ongoing cartel influence, with over 70 deaths recorded since the operation targeting El Mencho and his associates. His death certificate confirms he died from multiple gunshot wounds during the raid, contradicting earlier reports of his capture. The event underscores the persistent threat posed by Jalisco's New Generation Cartel, which continues operations despite leadership losses.