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George Strait’s brother found dead

Reported by: Kim Fischer
Email: kimfischer@woaitv.com
Last Update: 4/12/2009 12:31 pm
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"Buddy" Strait found dead inside hotel
George Strait (l) stands next to his brother, John "Buddy" Strait (r) in this 1997 photo. (<a href="http://www.georgestrait.com/" target="_blank">Strait Times</a>)
George Strait (l) stands next to his brother, John "Buddy" Strait (r) in this 1997 photo. (Strait Times)
SAN ANTONIO – Bexar County deputies are investigating the death of a person in the Northwest part of the county.

The dead man was identified as John “Buddy” Strait, Jr., brother of the popular Country and Western singer George Strait.

Click here to watch News 4 WOAI's Kim Fischer's report.

Buddy Strait’s body was found at a La Quinta Inn on 1-10 near Ralph Fair Rd. He was discovered by housekeeping around 11:30 a.m. Friday.

At this time, the 58-year-old Strait’s death appears to be natural. An autopsy has been ordered to determine the exact cause.
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bwj2259 - 4/13/2009 12:15 PM
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To the strait family , I've been going to the gstrc for 4 years i have seen buddy several time and spoke to him a couple of time and he seemed to be a nice person. May god take him in his arms hold him for ever. To george i have been a fan it seems like forever and 3 yrs ago i lost my son in a car accident so i do know your pain. please except my heart felt condolance from my whole family Billy& Linda Jordan from houston texas
debrahous1 - 4/13/2009 8:02 AM
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My heart goes out to the Strait family. They are in my thoughts and prayers. I lost my brother two years ago in April unexpectedly. He was only 49. I certainly understand what they're going through. God bless them and keep them. Debra, Lilburn GA
AlwaysaFriend - 4/12/2009 2:54 PM
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My thoughts and prayers go out to the Strait family. This is a devastating loss. May God comfort them and guide them through their grief, and give them strength. I do hope that everyone respects their privacy. I will always remember Buddy's sense of humor and easy smile. Rest in peace in God's care.
Pearsallfriend - 4/12/2009 12:07 PM
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Any of us that new George Strait, Buddy, their Dad & whole family are grieving with them. They are wonderful Christian people and our hearts go out to them and may God give them comfort and peace. Let us all respect their privacy right now. Signed, a former High School classmate
lindalulu80 - 4/11/2009 11:36 AM
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What a sad day for the Strait family.My daughters knew Buddy and his wife Denise and their two children through youth livestock shows , rodeos , and school sporting events. They were such a down to earth friendly sincere family. Very close! God Bless them at this time and my heart and prayers go out to them!
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