Paul was loved and described by many as humorous and respectful to all that he met. He had a love of working with his hands and his love for the outdoors and music was second to none.
Paul is pre-deceased by his sister Yvette Marie Gaytan, his grandparents Jose and Trinidad Delgado and his uncle Ruben Delgado.
Paul is survived by: son Paul Anthony Vela II, daughter Chasady Vela and husband Jimmy, grandchildren Mersaydes, Kaleb and Angel, mother Sylvia Lira, father Arnold Lira, sister Teresa Bonilla and husband Denis, niece Katrina Lopez and nephew Mark Munoz, brother Raymond Lira and niece Celine Lira. Paul also leaves behind, to cherish his memory, his long time friend and companion, Virginia Curl, his three uncles, Joey, Georgie and Johnny Delgado, whom he loved dearly and an extensive extended family.
The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to the doctors and staff of LBJ Hospital’s ICU unit and all the wonderful people who helped in Paul’s time of need.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to your preferred charity or organization on behalf of his memory.
.