Obituaries

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

Anita O. Losoya, born on August 28, 1945, in Alpine, bid farewell to this world on June 6 in Houston. Anita earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Sul Ross State University. She continued to broaden her horizons by enrolling in business courses, postgraduation.

Paul Loeffler passed away on July 3 in Alpine. Paul was born to Victor and Cayloma Loeffler in Kerrville on September 13, 1956. Paul grew up in Junction learning many life lessons working in the family business, Loeffler Motor Company, and on the Loeffler Ranch. Upon graduation from Junction High School, Paul followed a family tradition and attended Texas A&M University. Paul married Evelyn “Ebby” Loeffler in Sierra Blanca on June 24, 1978. On a vacation, Paul and Ebby went to Alpine to visit Ebby’s brothers who were attending Sul Ross State University. He fell in love with Alpine and told Ebby that if a job ever came open there, he would take it! In 1982, he began working with the Texas General Land Office Field Headquarters. He enjoyed his career because he got to combine his two favorite activities: looking at rangeland and talking to people. After retirement, he opened his own land management and real estate appraisal company, Superior Land Services.

Grady Lee Stringer, Jr. passed away June 20 in Kerrville after a lengthy battle with cancer. Grady was born April 8, 1956, in Borger to Grady Lee Stringer, Sr. and Leatrice Graham. Grady grew up in Odessa and graduated from Odessa High School in 1974. He earned an Associate’s degree from Odessa College. He worked as a library technician. Grady lived in Odessa, Fort Davis, Alpine, and Kerrville. He had

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Peter “Pete” Woodruff on July 1 in Alpine. Pete was born October 4, 1960, in Alpine to Anna Gene and Guy C. “Woody” Woodruff and returned permanently to live in Alpine as an adult around 2015. Pete, known by the family as “sweet Pete”, attended elementary and high school in El Paso and attended the University of Texas at El Paso, where he put his gymnastics skills and enthusiasm to good use, joining the cheerleading squad for UTEP sports. Pete then joined the Navy as a helicopter mechanic and deployed to the Persian

Carolyn Marie Perdue, 77, of Alpine went to be with her Lord and Savior on the morning of June 17 in San Antonio after a lengthy illness. Carolyn was a loving mother and wore many hats. She managed several businesses during her working career for local businesses including J.C. Penney, Western Auto, Foxworth Lumber Co., and the Army Surplus Store. She also volunteered for the Women’s

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joe Luis Natera, Sr., on June 29 after a courageous battle with illness. He was born in Alpine on March 4, 1951, to the late Saturnino Natera, Sr. and Victoria Natera. He was a graduate of New Mexico Military Institute, a dedicated

Israel Neverette Wright, age 79, passed away in the early afternoon on Saturday, June 22 at Baylor Scott and White Hospital in Temple. He was born on June 7, 1945, to parents Josefina ( Neverette) and Nicanor Wright in Alpine.

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Joe Kenneth “Kenny” Losoya, who departed this world on June 9 at the age of 56. Kenny was born on May 5, 1968, in Alpine to Joe and Tina Losoya.

Abigail Portillo “Abby” Muñoz, 59, a loving spouse, devoted mother, and cherished grandmother sadly passed away on Wednesday, June 12 after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer. A Rosary and visitation for Abigail will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., with the Rosary at 7 p.m.