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Odessa to honor fallen firefighter with public funeral service
By Tamlyn Price at CBS7 / KOSA-TV News (firstalert7.com)
· June 19, 2026
· 2 min read
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The Odessa Fire Rescue family, along with the City of Odessa and community members, will gather Tuesday to honor the life and service of Lt. Isai Huerta during a public funeral service at the Ector County Coliseum.The service is scheduled for 1 p.m. June 23 and is open to t...
Key takeaway Officials encourage attendees to arrive no later than 10:30 a.
Why this matters in The Odessa
The public funeral service for Lt. Isai Huerta will undoubtedly bring the community together to pay respects to a fallen hero. As the city prepares for the memorial procession and service, residents should be aware of the potential traffic impacts, particularly in central and west Odessa. The suggested alternate routes, such as University Boulevard and Grandview Avenue, may help mitigate congestion. The city's decision to livestream the funeral service will also allow those who cannot attend in person to participate and pay their respects. The closure of city offices on Tuesday is a testament to the significance of Huerta's service and the city's commitment to honoring his memory. As the community comes together to mourn, it will be important to watch how the city supports the Huerta family and the Odessa Fire Rescue department in the days and weeks ahead.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 19, 2026 ·
Source: CBS7 / KOSA-TV News (firstalert7.com) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The Odessa Fire Rescue family, along with the City of Odessa and community members, will gather Tuesday to honor the life and service of Lt. Isai Huerta during a public funeral service at the Ector County Coliseum.The service is scheduled for 1 p.m. June 23 and is open to t...
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