Obituaries

Body Judith Ann Parsons, 80, of Alpine, passed away April 3, in Amarillo. Born in Canyon, Judy was a beloved sister, aunt, and teacher.

Body Sarah Whitson Bourbon, 76, of Terlingua passed away on March 30, at her home in Terlingua. Sarah was born September 12, 1946, to Caroline and John Whitson in Denton.

Body In loving memory of Brian Kenneth Kokernot, born on April 27, 1953, in Utica, NY, died on Jan. 4, in Austin. He was a long-time resident of Alpine. He loved to hunt and fish and golf and tennis were his favorite ball sports. Brian was a friend to many here.

Body “Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid …” John 14:1 John “Jay” William Ward, age 90, of Fort Davis, passed away on Sunday April 2 in Alpine. John was born on 21 May 1932 to John Irby and Cora Ellie (Cole) Ward in Gainesville.

Body Christopher Paul Chavez, 33, of Early, Texas went to his heavenly home on April 8, surrounded by those who loved and cared for him. Chris was born in Alpine on October 13, 1989. He was known for his humor, sarcasm, and great passion for everything he loved.

Body Funeral service for Raymond R. Cobos, 60, of Lamesa, was held Friday, March 31, at 12 p.m. at Branon Funeral Home Chapel. Arrangements are under the direction of Branon Funeral Home in Lamesa. A burial followed at Dawson County Cemetery.

Body Catalina Urquietta Bermudez, age 92 of Alpine, passed away at Focused Care in Fort Stockton on March 30. Catalina was born on May 1, 1930, to Juan and Mauricia Urquietta in Terlingua.

Body Richard Bruhn Keith, 66, of Alpine passed away at his home surrounded by loved ones on March 25. Rick was born in Pasadena on July 3, 1956, to Sarah Charter Bruhn and Stan Bruhn and was raised by Sarah and Duane Phillips.

Body Raymond R. Cobos of Lamesa passed away on March 27..

Body Gilbert Donathan Mesa, 46, of Fort Stockton and Alpine, passed away on March 10, in Fort Stockton. Visitation was held March 16, from 12 p.m.