Luis worked with sheep for three years before buying his own truck, which has since blossomed into a business that includes more than 25 vehicles.  Although he had initially only intended to work in the US for a few years before returning to his homeland, he has since become very comfortable in Idaho.  Luis married Doris King in 1961, and the couple has three children.

Today, Luis is an active member of the Basque community.  He used to be a competitive weightlifter, and has won many competitions.  He enjoys traveling to the Basque Country, and describes some of the changes he has witnessed there over the years.  Luis now identifies himself as an American-Basque.