State Rep. Buddy West, R-Odessa, died this morning. He had been hospitalized since collapsing in a restaurant in late May.

West has represented District 81 since 1993. It includes Ector, Andrews, and Winkler Counties. House Speaker Tom Craddick issued a statement this morning:

"Nadine and I were so sorry to hear of the passing of our friend Buddy West. Buddy was a dedicated public servant to the people of the Permian Basin and to the state of Texas. I had the tremendous honor to serve alongside him and to work with him on issues that affect our closely linked communities of Midland and Odessa. Nadine and I send our heartfelt condolences to Shirley and the West family. We will keep them in our prayers."

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