Jose Luis Dutchover, Jr. aged 71, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his children on July 2 in New Mexico.

Joe was born to Jose Luis and Margarita Dutchover on December 1, 1952, in Marfa. He graduated from Fort Davis High School in 1972 and went on to get a Certificate in Telecommunications from Texas A&M University. He worked for Big Bend Telephone in Alpine afterward. Joe always had an adventurous nature and followed his dream to travel the

West living in many different states throughout his life, Wyoming being one of his favorites.

Joe is survived by his mother Margarita, sisters Norma and Lorraine (Chrispy.) His children, Samuel, Eric, Joshua, Adam, Vanessa (Cody), Joseph, Jennifer (Stacy), Deiderich (Tia), and Jessica, as well as 12 grandchildren, and one greatgranddaughter. He was preceded in death by his father Jose.

Daddy’s last years were filled with adventure and laughter while doing what he loved most; spending time with his children and grandchildren fishing, relaxing on the front porch reminiscing about the good times, riding his Harley, and dancing to his favorite country music. His life was a testament to love, relentlessness, and most importantly family. You will be greatly missed every day until we see you again. You will always be remembered, our sweet Daddy.

A graveside service will be held on July 27 at 1 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Fort Davis.

The family would like to sincerely thank Angels Care Hospice in Alpine as well as Alamogordo Home Health and Hospice for their special care. The family has entrusted their loved on to the care of Alamogordo Funeral Home. Donations can be made in his name to Sunshine House, Inc. in Alpine.