Stefanie N. Faiola

Stefanie N. (Stef) Faiola, 41, of Pueblo, Colorado, passed away on November 20, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, joy, and unforgettable memories. She was preceded in death by her father, Stephen L. Montes; grandparents Joe and Dora Montes; grandfather Derald Kinser; grandfather Marvin Nezvensky; and cousin Dylan Cooper. Stef was a beloved daughter of Gerlyn and Steve Skilling; a devoted and adoring wife to Jared Faiola; and the fiercely loving “Mama Bear” of their three sons—Blake, Parker, and Jett, and family dog Percy. She was an unwavering sister and sister-in-law to Des, Janaé, Krista (Bryce), Brian (Yesenia), and Josh (Allison); a caring daughter-in-law to Frank and Jacque Faiola; a compassionate granddaughter to Lenora Nezvensky; and a nurturing auntie to Archie and Maverick, Norah and Mack, Braxton, and Carsyn and Cody. She was also a cherished niece to many very special aunts and uncles, and an endlessly fun cousin and friend to all who knew her. Stef will be loved, honored, and remembered forever. As a child, Stef filled her world with imagination and laughter—roller-skating up and down her street, playing “mountains” with her cousins at Gram’s house, ordering “Buh-sketti” at restaurants, painting and drawing, celebrating magical Christmas Eves at Grandma and Grandpa Montes’ house, and acting out scenes from her favorite movies, with her big sister Des. After school, she and her little sister, Jonny, could often be found glued to the TV, watching “Road Rules” and other MTV favorites together. A proud graduate of Pueblo West High School, Stef played second base on the varsity softball team and earned four varsity letters, a testament to her dedication and competitive spirit. For 12 years, Stef found joy and purpose in her work as a dental assistant at ParkWest Dental. There she formed lifelong friendships and helped countless children feel comfortable and confident in caring for their smiles. In her home, Stef expressed her love through food and tradition. She really liked adding her own touch to her mom’s recipes—especially her green chile—and she treasured hosting holidays, filling her house with warmth, laughter, and the people she loved most. She was a devoted mother and, as Jared often teased, a wonderfully “feisty” wife. Some of her happiest days were spent at Runyon Field, cheering on her boys as they played the game they love. Stef’s passions were as vibrant as her personality. She loved the color yellow, trips to the Rocky Mountains to marvel at the fall foliage, Stevie Nicks and ’80s/’90s country music, karaoke nights, cheering for the Broncos, playing in softball tournaments with her family and friends, and the Electricritters at the Pueblo Zoo. She loved flowers, turkey sandwiches, John Candy and Diane Keaton movies, carving pumpkins, community hayrides, parties with her closest friends, music nights with Jared and the boys, any vacation that led to a sunny beach, and the thrill of the scariest rides she could find. Stef was stunningly beautiful. She had green eyes that always seemed to sparkle like diamonds, and her hair was always glossy and gorgeous, even in a simple messy bun. It was her heart though, that was her greatest attribute, so strong and true, for what she cared about most, was making beautiful memories with her family. And that, she did.

Stefanie N. Faiola

October 26, 1984 - November 20, 2025