Adela (Dela) Paiz- our mother, grandmother, and great grandmother passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025, at the age of 95 in the comfort of her own home. She was able to savor visits during the last weeks of her life from family and lifelong friends.
She was born on May 8, 1930, in Rawlins, WY., being one of ten children to Emilio and Amalia Aguilar.
She enjoyed cooking, fishing, crafting, gambling, visiting with family and friends, listening to mariachi music, taking care of her dogs, and spending time with her grandchildren. She was an avid Bronco and Rockies fan. Adela’s accomplishment was the love and care she gave to her children, 13 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her parents Emilio and Amalia Aguilar, husband Joseph, daughter Emilia, her brothers John, Jesus, Rudy, Reynaldo, and her sisters Mary Romans, Sally Cordova, and Margaret Sandoval.
Adela is survived by her sisters, Julia Martinez and Esther Phinney; son Robert, daughters, Josie Montez, Susan Vialpando, Mary Mesa, special nephew Joe Maestas, 13 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
Many thanks to the staff at Hospice of Laramie for the special care given to her.
A Visitation will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a Rosary Service at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 14th at Montgomery-Stryker Funeral Home. Funeral Liturgy will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday, August 15th at St. Paul’s Newman Center. Inurnment will follow at Greenhill Cemetery.
Please feel free to wear your favorite Broncos and Rockies attire.
She was such a nice lady, I never saw her mad or unhappy. Very plesent to sit and talk with. I will miss seeing her and talking with her. Her family was amazing the way they card for her.
I have wonderful memories of going to the Paiz’s house as a child. The smell of coffee, the chats between our moms, and being welcomed by the family will always be treasured. As time passed, seeing your mom and dad was always a pleasure. They always took the time to share a story or two. Your mom was a remarkable woman. With deepest sympathy, Kathleen Eberhart (Brown)
My sincere condolences to all the family. And my profound apologies for missing her services. It was my intent to attend. You mother always treated me with love and respect. I will miss seeing her on my excursions. Mrs Paiz, always supported all of my undertakings. We had so much in common especially our height. Blessing, love, and hugs again I apologize.
Mel Sandoval family Sorry for your loss a mother is very precious, may our Lord be with you all.
Sending our condolences to the families of Adela Piaz , she was one of a kind loving, giving and always willing take the time to talk to know matter what she will be missed , stay strong love one another always Prays and love to all . Bruno Isabel Flores and Family.
Josie, Bobby, Susan and Mary…our deepest condolences in the loss of your beautiful Mom. She was such a fun loving person who thoroughly enjoyed Life! My lovely Godmother was one you couldn’t help but love…may she rest in peace! ❤️ Our Love, Jeanie and Russell Sapp
Josie, Bobby, Susan, Rosemary, please accept our Deepest and Heartfelt condolences on the passing of Auntie Della she was so kind and accepting of our family. She’s now in peace and rejoined with Uncle Tony and our mother may they be rejoicing in the presence of our Lord. Rest in Peace Auntie. So sorry we won’t be able to join you for her services but we’ll be there in mind and spirit. Love you all. Peter and Shelly
Josie and Susan and family My sympathy is extended to you all. Losing a Mother is not easy. So glad she had such a long life full of independence and love. Bless you all Sharon Brown
My condolences go out to the Paiz family. Adela was a kind and generous person. I live out of town but when we visited her she would either want to feed us or give us a gift. She will be remembered! R I P🙏🏼
Mary, prayers and thoughts 🙏 are coming your way. I was good to see you the other day. Your mom is at peace along with your family. She will always be with you living strong in your heart ♥.
I am glad that Aunt Della is at peace and not in pain. At the same time, I'm losing someone that's very special to me. She is going to be missed so much. I love you Aunt Della