With great sadness, the family of Jovita Olazaba McCarty announces her peaceful passing on May 10, 2026, at the age of 83, following a courageous battle with a rare cancer.

Beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Jovita will be remembered for her radiant smile, joyful spirit, unwavering faith, and boundless love for her family.

A memorial service celebrating her life will be held Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Perches Funeral Home, 2280 Joe Battle Blvd., in El Paso.