Louis A. Spera
September 6, 1938 ~ February 16, 2026
Resided in:
Pueblo, Colorado
Louis A. Spera
Lou passed away unexpectedly on February 16, 2026. He was preceded in death by the love of his life, his wife, Arlene; his parents, Nick and Lillian; and his brother, Anthony.
He leaves behind his son, Greg; daughter, Paula; and grandchildren: Zachery Sisson (Denelle) and their children Zoey and Violet, along with Jordan and Jacob. He also leaves his beloved golden retriever, Molly.
Lou was born on September 6, 1938. He proudly served in the United States Air Force and was deployed to Korea. Upon returning home, he married Arlene Zupancic in 1959. After leaving the Air Force, Lou became a civil servant for the U.S. Army, working primarily at the Pueblo Army Depot. Following a 30-year career, he retired — briefly. An entrepreneur at heart, Lou founded a residential and commercial construction company, building more than 300 homes as well as numerous restaurants throughout the community.
Using the GI Bill, Lou pursued his passion for aviation and learned to fly. His final aircraft was an RV-series plane, which he enjoyed flying throughout southern Colorado whenever he was not building, working, or participating in his many interests and community activities.
Lou was deeply involved in community service, including work with Neighborhood Works, helping build homes for others. He was a member of the Dante Alighieri Society and traveled to Italy with the organization. He also participated in Pueblo Sister Cities.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, MARCH 10, 2026, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 217 E. Mesa Ave., Pueblo. Interment at Roselawn Cemetery will follow immediately after. Online condolences, www.MontgomerySteward.com
Services
Funeral Mass: March 10, 2026 10:00 am
St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church
307 E. Mesa Ave.
Pueblo, CO 81006
719-296-8778
I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad.
He was a good friend. I too worked at the army depot and we would run after work. Enjoyed his humor, he made me laugh. Lou was a nice person. He will be missed.
Thank you Charlene
Greg and families,
May I offer my sincerest condolences. It’s always difficult to lose a father .
So sorry for your loss so many good memories of your dad. My dad just loved him. I remember every New Year’s Eve. We go out late with. I called them the rat pack.Tony Spicola and Karen Ralph and Judy Stefano Gino and Kathy Tressa I could listen to their stories for hours gosh, I miss him so much
Thank you for your memory Debbie. They talked about the new years eves parties with me as well. -Paula
Anthony and AnnMarie Borcic
We’ve known Lou and Arlene for nearly 29 years. We were blessed to have known them both. Sorry for your loss.
Thank you Anthony.
Condolences to Lou’s family. I never got to meet Lou in person but I had hoped to but life got in the way. There were many years we communicated via e-mail about family history. He told me I got him hooked. It all started with a blind letter after I found that he appeared to be related to my Panepinto family. I am pretty sure I went through the white pages and sent various people letters. I found Lou and John Panepinto who also lives in Pueblo. Going from memory my great grandfather Luigi Salvatore Panepinto was cousins with Luigi Spera son of Nicolo Spera. After his first trip to Sicily, Italy to the place our family came from Alia he sent me pictures and a booklet about Alia. I know after that he studies Italian and spend some time in Italy practicing that Italian. I have yet been able to visit Italy. In later years I missed our frequent e-mails but we would e-mail every so often throughout the years. I was saddened for Lou when I figured out he lost his beloved wife Arlene. Now to learn about Lou, I have no words except I felt like I knew him.
Again, Condolences,
Christine Panepinto Bard
Thank you Christine. My father spoke of you and the genealogy interest.
Paula Spera Sisson
Greg and Family,
So sorry to hear of Lou’s passing! Many wonderful memories of your parents and ours. Gods peace, comfort and love.
Dave Shaddy Family
Lou build our home 25 years ago. He was great to work with; he built with quality – design, materials, and people. Jane Fraser and Mark Weber
Sadden and shocked to hear of his passing. I was lucky enough to meet Lou around 2000. I was his plumber and had been all these years since. He was like an old Italian uncle to me. Condolences to Greg, Paula and family. I will miss you my friend.
Arrivederci paisan!
Thank you Tony.
Dear Greg, Paula and family. My deepest sympathy in the loss of your Father and Grandfather. Prayers and Love.
Thank you Gil. You and Terry are wonderful neighbors and were so good to my dad.
Dear Spera family. I was sorry to hear about Lou. My condolences and prayers.
Greg and Paula, I had the privilege of knowing your parents for over 28 years, and they were truly exceptional neighbors. Following your mother’s passing, I developed a very close bond with Lou. I frequently prepared meals for him, and he genuinely enjoyed my cooking. Recalling these memories brings a great deal of emotion.
I held your father in high regard. He was a kind, gentle, and remarkably compassionate individual.
I am truly going to miss him. I will miss him and Molly in the backyard, and I will miss having him over to watch the Broncos play. And I will miss cooking for him.💔🙏
Thank you Terry, for all the meals you cooked for my dad. He enjoyed your cooking. Thank you for being there for him after my mother passed.
Paula, & Greg, I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. He joined my husband John Catalano 2/10/26 & John Gallegos 2/12/26. The three best friends growing up together! Probably getting together in Heaven causing all kinds of havoc together again! Louie and I spoke on the phone about an hour just a day or so before he left to join Arlene and talked about the old days. I certainly will miss all three of them! My condolences to you both! Love, Nancy
He was called home. I hope they are having fun meeting again! -Paula
Lou was a frequent visitor at Democratic Headquarters. Lou often sharing his wisdom. We will miss his smiling face.
So sorry for your loss. 🕊
Thank you Pam
Thank you Billy Jean. Thank you for all you have done. You are a true friend.