The Texas Department of Public Safety is honoring the life and service of Texas Highway Patrol Trooper Kevin Alexis Ramirez Vasquez, who died on Sept. 28 after being struck by a vehicle earlier this month while investigating a crash in Ector County.
The family has invited friends and the public to attend the visitation and funeral on Thursday, Oct. 3. However, the graveside services on Friday are reserved for invited guests only. Military honors will be conducted in recognition of his service.
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Service information:
- Visitation: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 3
- Funeral: 1 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 3
- Location: Community of Faith Church, 16124 Becker Road, Hockley, Texas 77447
In respect to the family’s wishes, media will not be allowed inside the church during the visitation or funeral services. The funeral will be live streamed on the Community of Faith Church’s website.
The 25-year-old trooper, who began his DPS career in 2023, was stationed in Odessa. During the incident, which occurred around 9 a.m. on Sept. 17 along SH 302, Trooper Ramirez Vasquez was struck by a passing vehicle. He suffered serious injuries and was transported to Medical Center Hospital in Odessa before being airlifted to a Lubbock-area hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries 11 days later.
“There are no words to ease the loss of one of our brothers in uniform,” said DPS Director Steven McCraw. “Texas Highway Patrol Trooper Kevin Alexis Ramirez Vasquez served this state honorably to his very last breath. His commitment to keeping the roads safe, protecting the people of Texas, and the sacrifice he made will never be forgotten. Today, I ask that you keep his family, friends, and colleagues in your prayers during the difficult days ahead.”
Trooper Ramirez Vasquez’s dedication to service extended beyond his work with DPS; he also served his country in the United States Army and was an active member of the National Guard. He is survived by his parents and three siblings. He is the 241st DPS officer to die in the line of duty since the department’s inception in 1823.