Paul Eugene Vasquez was born January 18, 1962 in Rock Springs, Wyoming. After suffering from a lengthy chronic illness, he peacefully entered into Eternal Rest on March 25, 2023 in Laramie, Wyoming.
Paul met his beloved wife, Ida, on July 11, 1981, when he asked her to dance. They married on June 23, 1984. Paul and Ida were blessed with children, welcoming Julian, Thomas, and Maria in the first 6 years of their marriage.
During their marriage, Paul and Ida were faced with many hardships, losing two children to miscarriage and a son, Christopher.
As a husband and father, Paul’s life was spent caring for his family. He was an avid outdoorsman, teaching his sons to hunt and fish. Paul was a hardworking man, handy and capable. He remodeled their family home, involving the kids in everything he did. Although Paul was known as a quiet, reserved man, those closest to him were familiar with his wit and sarcasm.
Paul’s true joy in life came with the births of his 6 grandchildren, Brooklynne, Everlynne, Asher, Noah, Aiden, and Emilia. As their Papa, he attended every birthday party, played with the kids, and relished in celebrating holidays with them.
As Paul’s illness progressed, Ida and Paul’s family dedicated their time to caring for him. Paul and Ida relied on strength from the Lord to carry their cross in confronting the end of Paul’s life. In these trials, they were brought closer in their marriage, each developing a renewed appreciation for each other. She was by his side until his last breath.
Paul was preceded in death by his three unborn children, his parents, José Horacio and Delfina Vasquez, two infant siblings, and numerous extended family.
Paul is survived by his wife, Ida, children Julian, Thomas (Whitney), and Maria (Jake), six grandchildren, siblings Betty (David), Eloy (Desiree), Helen (Frank), and Joseph (Vivian), Uncles Jim Armijo and Silviano (Olivia) Sanchez, Aunts Socorro (Epimeño) Leyba and Felicita Velasquez, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Visitation and viewing will be held at Montgomery-Stryker Funeral Home Friday, March 31, 2023 from 4-6 p.m., followed by a Rosary at 6 p.m. Refreshments will be served following the Rosary. The Funeral Liturgy will take place on Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 1 p.m. at St. Laurence O’Toole Catholic Church. Internment and luncheon to follow.
I will always think of you with fondness. You were my first love. I'm so happy that you had a full life with Ida and family. You left them to young, to soon
Ida, we just heard about this today. Our prayers are with you all. He will fondly be remembered with us. Dave and him took many fishing trips together. We hope he is sitting by the best fishing hole in heaven. Hugs to you all. ❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️Dave and Tina Sanchez
May The Good Lord Bless your family .
Ida and family, so so sorry to hear about Paul’s passing !! I will truly miss him !!! The lord has another beautiful heart with him. Our condolences and prayers are with you and your family.God bless. Tom and Betty Flores
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family. I new Paul for a long time. He was always kind to me a a great fisherman for sure. He will missed by me for sure. Joe my always looked up to hm . I'm sorry I cannot make it to the funeral. You will be missed Paul may you rest in peace and may God be with you
May God bless and comfort you all our prayers are with you. Dennis Sanchez and family
Sending our prayers to the family Paul and I went fishing together I enjoyed his company he will be missed Dennis Sanchez and family God Bless
Condolences to the family of Paul. It breaks your heart to loose a loved one. Stay strong.
Dear Ida and family, I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved Paul. May the Lord give you peace and comfort at this most difficult time.
My deepest condolences to you Ida and your family. May Paul rest in peace. May God grand you and your family comfort. God bless.
So sorry for your loss may the lord wrap you in his arms during this difficult time to give you comfort and strength…. Sending love and prayers to you all🙏🏽💙
Ida and family, we send our condolences and prayers as you go through this difficult time. We will always think of Paul and keep his memory in our hearts. We pray that God comforts you knowing that he is in heaven and that you have a large support group of family to help you in any way.
Ida and famly, so sorry for your loss.
Oh Ida I am so sorry to hear about Paul. Please let me know if you need anything.
Sorry about your loss, May the Lord comfort you in your time of loss, praying you and family .
I am sorry for this devastating loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family in this difficult time. I am grateful that I was able to know Paul. He was a wonderful man ❤️
We we are so sorry for your loss sending prayers to you and your family
Ida I’m so sorry for your loss thoughts and prayers are with you❤️🙏LorettaLeger(Coca)
Dear Ida and family we are so sorry for your loss. We wish you peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. You are all in our thoughts and prayers, God bless you - sending our love ❤️ ❤️ Pat and Deb
Ida and family, no words, what I know, he was a real and kind. God bless you all. Angel hugs.
I am sorry for your loss. May GOD'S love be with you in thus time of need.