Adrian Alejandro Luna Cisneros

Adrian Alejandro Luna Cisneros, age 24, passed away in Mitchell, South Dakota.

Adrian was an old soul—honest, deeply thoughtful, romantic, humble, and kindhearted. He carried himself with the heart of a gentleman, yet was strong and resilient when life required it. Artistic and creative, he moved through the world with a quiet passion and awareness that set him apart.

He had a rare gift for connecting with others, always curious about who they truly were beneath the surface. Funny, direct, and naturally goofy, Adrian brought light and laughter wherever he went. His presence was genuine and unforgettable—comforting, warm, and full of life.

In his own unique way, he was a trendsetter. He consistently uplifted those around him with encouragement and honesty, especially his sisters, whom he loved fiercely and protected deeply.

Adrian found meaning in the smallest details of life. He loved his 1989 Ford Ranger, “Randy,” and took pride in caring for it. He enjoyed gaming with friends from out of state, as well as with his younger cousins, and especially valued time spent with his sisters as a way to stay close.

He felt most at peace in nature—the trees, the leaves, and the quiet stillness of the world. Sunrises and sunsets held special meaning for him, whether he was alone or with someone he loved. Music was a constant part of his life; he listened, created, and shared it freely. He also enjoyed skating with friends, family, and even strangers, and often danced freely to whatever rhythm he felt in the moment.

Adrian valued meaningful conversation, even with people he had just met. He had a way of seeing depth in everything—from a falling leaf to the complexity of human emotion. To him, nothing was insignificant.

He appreciated the sentimental value in life’s smallest things: a stuffed animal like Eeyore, a sticker from his sisters, a meaningful shirt design, or a leaf drifting from a tree. He enjoyed working on cars with anyone willing to teach him, always eager to learn. Adrian had a rare ability to find beauty and significance in what others might overlook.

He expressed himself through art, music, humor, and presence. He wrote poems, created music, and made beats—each a reflection of his emotions, thoughts, and imagination. Whether through laughter, conversation, or quiet company, Adrian had a way of leaving a lasting impression and making people feel seen and understood.

Even in silence, he valued simply being near the people he loved. If he stared at you, it was often because he was taking in the moment or remembering you as you were. One of his quiet ways of showing love was the feeling behind the words, “I see you”—a reminder that people mattered deeply to him.

Adrian had a strong work ethic and a natural sense of responsibility. Adrian loved working with his hands and took pride in hard work. At the time of his passing, he was working in construction and eager to continue learning his trade. In his mother’s eyes, he had the mind and hands of an engineer—intelligent, observant, and naturally skilled at understanding how things worked and could be improved.

He was known for his organization and dedication, often carrying a notebook at work filled with notes, ideas, and things he wanted to learn. A true team player, Adrian showed up consistently, worked hard, and stayed until the job was done. He brought lightness to long days, singing, joking, and lifting the energy of those around him.

Through his work, Adrian contributed to major projects, including a large water project in Mitchell, South Dakota, apartment developments near the university in Bozeman, Montana, as well as an Amazon facility and a Honda dealership. He left his mark across Montana and South Dakota—a hardworking young man who helped build the communities around him.

Like anyone, he made mistakes, but he continually tried to grow and become better. Even through personal pain, he found ways to laugh, smile, and show up for those he cared about. He suffered through deep struggles quietly for a long time, and only a few knew and understood how hard he fought. He did his best to show up for others even when it was difficult for him. Most importantly Adrian identified through his forgiving heart.

Adrian is survived by his loving mother, Adriana Luna; his father, Mario L. Cisneros; his sisters, Itzel and Ella Cisneros; and his cousin, Quetzalli Cisneros, whom he also lovingly called his sister.

He is also survived by his maternal grandparents, Maria and Jose T. Luna; his aunts and uncles, Jaquelin & Greg Herrera, Agustin & Alexis Luna, Aaron & Mari Craig, and Fidel Luna; and his cousins, Junior, Sebastian, Lizette, and Yvette Luna; Greg, Gabriel, and Xitlali Herrera. David and Siena Wittner, Zack, Alex, Asher, Amaya, and Aria Craig.

On his paternal side, Adrian is survived by his grandparents, Lupe and Jose M. Cisneros; his aunt and uncles, George and Lorena Cisneros and Gonzalo Palomino, and his cousins George J., Amari, Giovanni, Molana, Monroe, Gonzalo, Enzo, Jax, and Elio Palomino and Ava Davila.

Adrian is also lovingly remembered by the Cedillo family; Cas, C. Maher, Benzion, Omar & Salma Cedillo, along with countless extended family members and friends on the Luna side, Salazar’s, Cisneros, the Lehman’s, Herrera’s, Craig’s, Dempsey’s, … and many dear friends, including Dylan Grose, Angel Flores, Deacon Etheridge, Angelo Aguirre, Erik Ceballos, Jason Zuniga, Jaren R. Madsen, and many others (I am sorry, If we missed anyone), who will forever cherish his memory.

He was preceded in death by his little brother, Mario Romulus Cisneros.

Adrian’s love, depth, creativity, and spirit will continue to live on in everyone fortunate enough to have known him.

One of Adrian’s personal writings reads:

“Like a leaf

I’m a leaf falling down from my tree

I’m disappearing with the wind

Falling down so gradually

Remembering the times we had

I was green blowing with the breeze

We’d watch the time pass

It was me and you through everything

Hope you don’t forget that

Oh what a place to be when it was you and me

It’s time to leave again

Goodbye my tree friend.”

-Adrian Luna

In honor of Adrian, his family would like everyone to know that it is okay to be yourself, smile, laugh, reconnect, take pictures, and embrace one another during this time. Though they wish this gathering could have been under different circumstances, Adrian is the reason so many people have come together. His family hopes his memory encourages others to forgive, grow, love deeply, appreciate life’s simple moments, and hold close the people who matter most.

From the bottom of their hearts, the family thanks everyone for the overwhelming love, support, prayers, and presence during this difficult time. We hope that this moment together to celebrate his life can encourage everyone to be in the moment, choose happiness, and stop every once in a while to watch the sunset.