San Antonio, TX, August 22, 2025
News Summary
Mandy Louise Revilla Paiz Goodspeed, a beloved San Antonio resident known for her leadership and community engagement, passed away. A celebration of her life is scheduled at Funeraria del Angel Roy Akers, with family emphasizing donations to Blanco Cowboy Church in her memory.
San Antonio — Community mourns the loss of family matriarch Mandy Louise Revilla Paiz Goodspeed
Mandy Louise Revilla Paiz Goodspeed, a San Antonio resident known for her leadership at work, energetic community involvement and devotion to family, died on August 9, 2025. A public celebration of her life is scheduled for August 29, 2025 at Funeraria del Angel Roy Akers in San Antonio, with visitation from 5–6 p.m. and a remembrance ceremony from 6–7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in her honor to Blanco Cowboy Church.
Key facts and immediate details
Mandy Goodspeed was 41 years old at the time of her death. She is survived by her husband, Zane Goodspeed; daughters Julie Ann Paiz Mendez, Ashley May Paiz Mendez, Jessie Paige Goodspeed; and son Trent John Goodspeed. Her mother, Maria Janitzia Paiz, stepfather Arthur Lopez, brothers Frank Paiz Jr. (with partner Victorya Marsh), James Paiz (Ld Alcala-Paiz) and Paul Paiz (Margo Paiz), her grandmother Janitzia Romero Pereyra, and eight nieces and nephews also survive her.
Community and career
Over a nine-year tenure, Mandy advanced to the role of Team Lead at Caterpillar San Antonio. She balanced professional responsibility with a prominent role in family and community life, organizing outings and events for relatives and friends. As the family’s informal social director, she planned trips to Fiesta in San Antonio and coordinated Christmas events in neighboring towns.
Contributions and notable roles
Mandy was widely recognized for event planning and creative décor. She produced themed birthday celebrations and holiday displays made from scratch and was especially known for elaborate Halloween yard presentations and coordinated family costumes, including a multi-person Addams Family theme. Her organizing extended beyond holidays to estate-sale finds, arranging keepsakes and pop-culture collectibles into household displays tied to family memories.
Personal interests and character
Friends and family described her as loving, creative, eclectic, energetic, determined, quirky, fearless and fun. She enjoyed horror movies and followed politics, often discussing both topics. A cherished personal item was a signed poster from Freddy Krueger, noted as her favorite horror villain. Mandy valued handwritten notes and creative writing, producing original drawings, poetry and personalized thank-you and appreciation cards.
Family life and background
Mandy was born on May 27, 1984 in San Antonio to Maria Janitzia Paiz and Frank Paiz. She graduated from Kennedy High School in 2002. She met her husband, Zane Goodspeed, in 2013 and the couple married in 2018. Together they welcomed a daughter in 2019 and a son in 2022, joining Mandy’s two daughters from a previous relationship. She enjoyed outdoor activities with the children, including park visits, camping at state parks and yard work, and was comfortable both with rustic tasks—such as cleaning a deer lease cabin—and getting dressed for nights out.
Services and remembrances
A public celebration is set for August 29, 2025, at Funeraria del Angel Roy Akers in San Antonio. Visitation will take place from 5–6 p.m., followed by a remembrance ceremony from 6–7 p.m. The family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Mandy’s honor to Blanco Cowboy Church.
Background context
Mandy’s life combined steady professional advancement with deep family engagement and creative pursuits. Her role as a Team Lead at a major employer in San Antonio and her reputation as a skilled event planner positioned her as both a workplace leader and a local organizer for family gatherings and community participation. Her tastes in horror films and estate-sale collectibles reflected a personal blend of nostalgia and pop-culture enthusiasm that she shared with family and friends.
Contact and contribution
Further arrangements and any updates to service details are being managed by the family and Funeraria del Angel Roy Akers. The family has suggested donations to Blanco Cowboy Church in memory of Mandy rather than floral tributes.
Key features at a glance
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Full name | Mandy Louise Revilla Paiz Goodspeed |
| Birth | May 27, 1984 — San Antonio, TX |
| Education | Kennedy High School, Class of 2002 |
| Career | Team Lead, Caterpillar San Antonio (nine-year tenure) |
| Family | Husband Zane Goodspeed; four children: Julie Ann, Ashley May, Jessie Paige, Trent John |
| Community role | Family social director, event planner for holidays and celebrations |
| Death | August 9, 2025 |
| Service | August 29, 2025 — Visitation 5–6 p.m.; Remembrance 6–7 p.m.; Funeraria del Angel Roy Akers, San Antonio |
| Donations | In lieu of flowers, donations to Blanco Cowboy Church |
Timeline of major events
| Date / Time | Event | Status / Source |
|---|---|---|
| May 27, 1984 | Birth in San Antonio | Family record |
| 2002 | Graduated from Kennedy High School | Education record |
| 2013 | Met future husband Zane Goodspeed | Family record |
| 2018 | Marriage to Zane Goodspeed | Family record |
| 2019 | Birth of daughter (with Zane) | Family record |
| 2022 | Birth of son (with Zane) | Family record |
| N/A | Nine-year tenure at Caterpillar San Antonio (dates not specified) | Employment record |
| August 9, 2025 | Death | Family announcement |
| August 29, 2025 | Celebration of life and remembrance | Funeraria del Angel Roy Akers |
Visual summary: interest and activity breakdown (approximate)
Approximate breakdown of Mandy’s primary focuses based on reported activities. These proportions are illustrative summaries derived from described interests and roles.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Mandy Goodspeed pass away?
Mandy Goodspeed died on August 9, 2025.
When and where is the celebration of life?
The celebration of life is scheduled for August 29, 2025, at Funeraria del Angel Roy Akers in San Antonio. Visitation is from 5–6 p.m., and the remembrance ceremony is from 6–7 p.m.
Who are the immediate surviving family members?
Survivors include husband Zane Goodspeed; daughters Julie Ann Paiz Mendez, Ashley May Paiz Mendez and Jessie Paige Goodspeed; son Trent John Goodspeed; mother Maria Janitzia Paiz and stepfather Arthur Lopez; brothers Frank Paiz Jr., James Paiz and Paul Paiz; grandmother Janitzia Romero Pereyra; and eight nieces and nephews.
Where did she work and what was her role?
Mandy worked at Caterpillar San Antonio and rose to the position of Team Lead during a nine-year tenure.
How can people honor her memory?
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Blanco Cowboy Church in Mandy’s honor.
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