JoAnn Alyce Perez

With profound sadness and immense gratitude for a life richly lived, we announce the passing of Joan Alyce Perez, who entered peacefully into eternal life on June 13, 2026, at the age of 87. Born on November 30, 1938, in Plainfield, New Jersey, Joan was the beloved daughter of Dorothy and Lawrence Viebrock. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Charles “Chas” Perez; her parents; and her brother, James. A woman of deep Catholic faith, Joan lived each day guided by compassion, generosity, and a genuine love for others. She believed everyone deserved kindness, and she had a remarkable ability to see the good in people, often before they recognized it in themselves. Her faith was not only something she practiced on Sundays—it was reflected in the way she welcomed others, cared for her family, and quietly served those around her. After moving to Pueblo, Joan worked as an operator at the Pueblo Army Depot, where she met Chas. To so many throughout Pueblo, she became affectionately known as “the lady at the greeting card store.” She had an extraordinary gift for choosing just the right card for every occasion. Family and friends knew they could always count on receiving one of Joan’s cards, often filled with a heartfelt note—and quite often with a little surprise tucked inside. Those who knew her best learned to open her cards over the kitchen counter, never knowing what delightful treasure might come tumbling out. It was one of the many playful ways Joan expressed her love and brought joy to others. For many years, Joan enjoyed being a member of the “Morning Glories” Bowling League, where her joyful presence earned her the name “The Sunshine Lady.” Joan’s greatest calling, however, was being a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and the heart of her family. She is lovingly survived by her seven children: Vince (Eileen) Perez; Christine Perez; Christopher (Barbara) Perez; Carolyn Perez; Patrick Perez; Stephen (Deandria) Perez; and Victoria Perez. Her family began with her oldest son, Vince, followed by two extraordinary blessings, two sets of triplets. First came Christine, Christopher, and Carolyn, followed several years later by Patrick, Stephen, and Victoria. Joan embraced the beautiful adventure of raising seven children with patience, humor, strength, and unconditional love. She understood that while they shared a family, each child was wonderfully unique. She loved each one differently, recognizing exactly where they were in life and giving them the encouragement, guidance, laughter, or comfort they needed most. Every one of her children knew they were deeply loved. She is also survived by her beloved grandchildren: Anita, Charles, Lawrence, Jacqueline, Nico, Angela, Adam, Alex, Maelynn, Sonja, and Brianna; 10 great-grandchildren; 2 great great-grandchildren; along with many extended family members, dear friends, and everyone fortunate enough to experience her kindness. For generations of the Perez family, her home was far more than an address—it was laughter echoed through every room, and no one ever left hungry or unloved. Holidays and Fiesta Day were treasured, but Joan believed the best memories were made in the ordinary days when everyone simply gathered. Friends became family there, grandchildren grew up there, and countless stories, traditions, and memories were created within those walls. One of Joan’s greatest joys was the family’s cherished Fridays in the park. Week after week, each of her children would bring food to share, games to play, and together they would break bread as one family. Joan beamed with pride watching generations gather—not because a birthday, wedding, or funeral required it, but simply because they wanted to be together. She believed life was too short to wait for special occasions, and she taught her family never to miss an opportunity to spend time with those they loved. Those Friday evenings became one of the greatest gifts she gave her family, a tradition that reflected everything she represented. Joan’s greatest legacy is not measured by accomplishments but by the family she built and the love she nurtured. She taught by example that generosity costs nothing, kindness changes lives, and time spent together is life’s greatest blessing. Her traditions will continue around dinner tables, in parks on Friday evenings, in carefully chosen greeting cards, and wherever family gathers to laugh, share a meal, and simply enjoy one another’s company. Though her physical presence is gone, her love remains woven into the hearts of all who knew her. Every family gathering, every shared meal, every unexpected surprise tucked inside a greeting card, and every act of kindness will forever remind those she loved of the extraordinary woman who made ordinary moments unforgettable.

JoAnn Alyce Perez

November 30, 1938 - June 13, 2026