Jamee Elizabeth (Sewell) Perez, 42 years old, of Hugoton, Kansas, passed into her savior’s arms on June 21, 2024. Born on August 17, 1981, to Mike Sewell and Thea (Rosel) Schnittker in Liberal, Kansas, Jamee lived a full life.
Jamee graduated from Hugoton High School in the spring of 1999 before continuing her education at Seward County Community College and graduating as a registered nurse. She had a longstanding goal to attain her Bachelor of Science in nursing, which she went above and beyond achieving by graduating with cum laude honors in December 2022.
Jamee devoted her career to caring for elderly patients, dedicating her time and expertise to assisting with the needs of those affected by memory impairments, such as Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. She was loving, capable, and tender in her work and will be sorely missed by her patients and colleagues.
In 2009, Jamee met Joshua Perez, and they wed March 17 of 2011 in Las Vegas, Nevada. They were married for 13 years, and during those 13 years they had an unbreakable bond as parents, best friends, and spouses. It was rare you found one without the other, regardless of what they were doing as they truly enjoyed each other’s company and companionship.
Jamee had an insatiable love for travel. She never took her time for granted and used every opportunity to gather as many of her friends and family to explore and experience different cities and countries together. Her travel adventures took her to Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Florida Keys, Panama Beach, Nashville, the Colorado mountains, Lake of the Ozarks, California, the Grand Canyon, Houston, San Antonio, and Miami. Many times a year, though, you could find her in Las Vegas. Whether it was just her and Josh, or with family and friends, she appreciated the theater, arts, and unique shows that Las Vegas offers.
At the core of Jamee’s life was her family. Her passion for her loved ones was evidenced in her actions and words each day. Ever inclusive, Jamee had the ability to make anyone feel not only welcome, but wanted. Whether it was a Sunday family dinner or a spontaneous gathering, Jamee’s presence turned ordinary moments into extraordinary memories.
Jamee never missed a big event, whether it was her grandson’s tournament, or her brother’s graduation across the United States, there was never a question that she would be there. Jamee’s empathy extended beyond people to animals. She had a unique bond with creatures of all kinds, often rescuing stray or rescue animals and providing them with a loving home. Her compassion knew no bounds, and her gentle nature was a comfort to both two-legged and four-legged friends alike.
A talented singer, Jamee had a voice that could lift spirits and bring people together. She was fearless and her performances at family events were always a highlight, showcasing not just her vocal talent, but her ability to connect with and bring people together through music.
Jamee’s legacy is one of love, compassion and joy. She is survived by loving husband, Josh, children, Weston (and wife, Bailey), Cami, and Caiden, father, Mike Sewell (and wife, Elsy), mother, Thea Schnittker, step-father, Will Schnittker, grandmothers, Betty and Shirley, brothers, Michael (and wife, Chrissy) and Derek, sister, Kristen (and husband, Austin), grandchildren, Leland and Wrenley, her aunt, Valerie, uncle, Lynn, many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins, sister-in-law, Jessica (and husband, Baby) and April, brothers-in-law, Eric and Manuel, and five beloved rescue dogs, Milo, Laya, Lulu, Blaze, and Roxy. Jamee was preceded in death by her grandfather, Jarrel Sewell and uncle, Clay Rosel.
Rosary will be Thursday, June 27, 2024, at 7:00 PM and Funeral Mass will be Friday, June 28, 2024, at 10:30 AM at St. Helen Catholic Church in Hugoton, Kansas, with Reverend Rudin Din officiating. Interment will follow at the Hugoton Cemetery in Hugoton. Visitation will be from 12:00 PM until 5:00 PM on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at Garnand Funeral Home in Hugoton. Memorial contributions may be given to Jamee Perez Children’s Educational Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 920 E. 11th St., Hugoton, KS 67951. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.