PAIZ- Arlene Kay Paiz, age 80 of Sparta was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday March 15, 2024. She was preceded in death by Sotero Paiz; her parents, Francis William "Pat" LaRoue Sr. and June Arlene Nelson; brothers, Francis William "Butch" LaRoue Jr. and Gary Hoye; sister, June "Sis" Ryman. Arlene is survived by her brothers, Terry Hoye, Victor LaRoue; sisters, Anita Bullock, Denise (Dennis) Dimhoff and Jeannie Hoye; children, Francis "Bill" Conner, Trini (Carol) Paiz and Joseph (Kelly) Paiz; grandchildren, Danyelle (Dan) Tuthill, Samantha Robbins, Hannah (Austin) Jensen, Madyson Paiz, Tanner Paiz, Maguire Paiz, Trini Paiz II, Emma Morgan, Payton Paiz and Maxwell Morgan; great grandchildren, Temperance Tuthill, Maveryk Paiz, Tripp Jensen, Everett Clum, Trinity Jo Tuthill and Atlee Mae Jensen. Arlene had a strong work ethic and pride that came through in everything she did. These qualities always advanced her into a lead role in every job she had. She had great enjoyment in being a bus driver for 13 years for the Wyoming Park Public Schools. Her greatest joy was her family. She was completely dedicated to them in all aspects of their lives. She worked side by side with her sons (Trini and Joseph) for 25 years helping and mentoring them in building their business. Arlene lived life through simple pleasures, chatting with friends and family, snacking, and finding treasures on QVC and HSN. Arlene was loved and respected by all those that knew her. Visitation is scheduled for March 26, 2024 from 11:00 -1:00 pm, service to immediately follow at 1:00 pm at Beuschel Funeral, 5018 Alpine Ave, Comstock Park, MI. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Arlene K Paiz to Maguire's Purpose at www.maguirespurpose.com.