In memory of

Mary Veronica Obley, age 71 of Pueblo, Colorado.

August 7, 1951 – December 26, 2022

On the morning of December 26, 2022, Mary passed away unexpectedly and peacefully in Pueblo, Colorado.  She was born in the town of Center on August 7,1951 to Fritz and Betty Chavez.  She was the oldest of four siblings. She is preceded in death by her husband, John Obley.

Mary was a wonderful, loving mother who cared for her four children and gave them all she had when she was here.  She leaves behind Michael, Alicia, Anthony and Andrew. She also raised her two granddaughters, Khadijah and Ayesha, who gave her much joy and comfort in her life and final days. She will always be remembered for her laughter, smile and big heart.

Mary was a CNA for over 20 years and she enjoyed working in the health field. She was an excellent cook and worked in a restaurant for many years as well. She loved to sew blankets for her grandchildren when they were born. She loved to watch Westerns and listen to oldies. She loved her fur babies when they didn’t get on her nerves. 

Mary’s presence on earth will be remembered in the hearts of many.  

Mary was preceded in death by her husband, John; sister, Celsa. She is survived by her two siblings: Leonard and Herbert Chavez; Her children: Michael Chavez, Alicia (Demond) Flakes, Anthony (Rose) Obley, Andrew Obley; Grandchildren: Jessica, Briana, Jordan, Johnay, Anthony Jr., Khadijah, Ayeshah, Sophia, Violet, De’Ray, Lilliana, Dalaysha, John, and DeAndre; and four great grandchildren.