Honoring the Life of Our Dad, Paul Stan Loya.

In the early morning of July 28, 2026, Paul passed away unexpectedly at the age of 68. Our hearts are broken as we try to process the sudden loss of our Dad, who meant so much to so many.

He was born on July 21, 1958, and although he didn't have much growing up, he and his siblings leaned on one another to make the most of every opportunity life gave them.

As an adult, our Dad proudly served our country in the military and retired as a veteran, carrying that same strength, resilience, and determination throughout his life.

Nature and the outdoors always put a smile on Paul's face—whether he was fishing, camping, spending time in nature, riding his Harley, or taking pride in keeping his car spotless, he found joy in life's simple pleasures. He loved cooking for family and friends, sharing stories, and making memories with the people he cared about most.

More than anything, Paul loved his family, regularly calling us just to check in, offer encouragement, or remind us how much we were loved.

One of Dad's favorite sayings was, “See you at the top!” Those words will forever remind us to keep moving forward with strength and hope, just as he always did.

His passing was sudden and tragic, leaving our family unprepared for both the emotional and financial burden of laying him to rest.

We are asking for support to help cover funeral expenses, including his casket, dressing, embalming, and other final arrangements. Paul has a burial plot and headstone at Camp Williams, and our goal is simply to give him the dignified farewell he deserves.

Any contribution, no matter the amount, means more than words can express. If you are unable to donate, sharing this fundraiser with others is another meaningful way to support our family during this difficult time.

If you would prefer to support our family directly, please contact Aubrey.

Thank you for your love, prayers, generosity, and support as we honor the life of our Dad. We will miss him every day, but we will carry his love, his strength, and his words with us always.

“See you at the top.”