Joella Carson Dutchover

Joella Carson Dutchover

1991-2024

With deepest sorrows, we announce the passing of Joella Carson “Jojo” Dutchover, 33, of Albuquerque, on Monday, Sept. 9.

Born and raised in Roswell, N.M., Joella brought light to every room she walked into. She loved all things outdoors, including animals, flowers and, especially rocks and crystals.

Joella never met a stranger and loved pushing life’s boundaries, especially with people, food, clothing and travel. Joella worked in the TV and film industry, during which she met the love of her life, Ricardo Perez. They were married in 2022 and welcomed, Evelyn Rose Perez Dutchover later that year. Since then, she has focused her love and energy on raising Evelyn with Rico.

Joella was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Jerry Dutchover Sr.; maternal grandfather, Charles Arthur Hughes; and maternal grandmother, Elizabeth Cheryl Hughes (Smith).

Joella is survived by her loving husband, Ricardo Perez; and daughter, Evelyn Rose Perez Dutchover. She also leaves behind her father, Jerry Dutchover Jr.; mother, Carol Dutchover (Hughes); paternal grandmother, Elena Dutchover (Hernandez); sister, Jessica Bollema (Neel) (Blake Bollema); nephew, Brodie Becker; and brother, Jordan Dutchover.

She is surrounded in love, but also leaves behind her aunties, Jacquie, Janice and Julie; aunts, Janet, Zandra, Toni and Christine; and uncle, Mark; as well as nine cousins.

A celebration of life service will be held Saturday, Sept. 21, in Roswell. Condolences can be shared at danielsfuneral.com.