Alisha Kathryn Brown

Alisha Kathryn Brown, 45, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, niece, and friend, passed away on May 20, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on Friday, May 29, at Sunset Funeral Home in Odessa. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 PM on Saturday, May 30, at First Methodist Church (415 N. Lee, Odessa, TX), with Rev. Steve Moss of First Methodist Church and Pastor Donnie Williams of The Bridge Church officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens. 

Alisha was born on November 29, 1980, in Fort Worth, Texas, to Jim and Julie Brown. She grew up in Odessa, where she graduated from Permian High School in 1999. During her years at Permian, Alisha was editor of the school newspaper, a member of the Permian choir, and active in the First Methodist Church youth group. Alisha went on to attend Texas Christian University, proudly cheering for her beloved "Frogs" while earning a Bachelor of Science degree with a double major in Public Relations and Political Science. She was a member of Zeta Tau Alpha. At the time of her passing, she was pursuing a Master of Arts in Communication Studies.

Alisha’s passion for nonprofit organizations and her talent for writing shaped her distinguished career and made a lasting impact on her community.

She began her career as a copywriter for the Odessa American, later serving as District Press Secretary for Former Congressman Mike Conaway. She excelled in marketing and communications as an Account Executive for Admarc Marketing & Advertising and MindsEye.

Her commitment to community causes led her to roles as Marketing Director for Susan G. Komen Greater Fort Worth, Development Director for the Texas Center for Arts & Academics, Campaign Manager for Brooke Hendricks-Green for Judge, and Marketing & Development Consultant for Saving Hope Animal Rescue.

Alisha was a graduate of Leadership Fort Worth, received the Beacon Award for Excellence in Communication from Permian Basin Area Foundation in 2010, and was an active member of the Women’s Policy Forum of Tarrant County.

Alisha was preceded in death by her grandparents, John and Sue Goode and Archie and May Bell Brown; her uncles, John E. Goode and John Brown; and her aunt, Tanya Goode.

She is survived by her loving parents, Julie and Jim Brown of Odessa; her sister, Amy (Brown) Harper and husband Bryce of Odessa; and her cherished nephew and niece, Case and Charlotte Harper - the loves of her life!

In addition, Alisha is lovingly remembered by her extended family, including her aunts and uncles: Annette and Don McGee, Martha and Barry Stoute, Melinda and Morse Haynes, and Charlie Goode; as well as her foreign exchange sister, Rimma Maddox.

She is fondly remembered by her cousins from near and far: Kelly Goode of Houston, TX; Kristy (Goode) Artz and husband Warren of Gold Coast, Australia, Beth McGee-Lynn of Keller, TX; Chad McGee and wife Ashton of Dallas, TX ; Monica Olivas and husband Chris of Odessa; Chandler Goode and wife Roni of Little River-Academy, TX; Shane Chamlee and wife Jace of San Antonio, TX; Melissa Pruitt of Tyler, TX; Brit Chamlee and partner Laura of Flint, TX; Christopher Chamlee and wife Brittney of Odessa, TX; Jenica Maroney and husband Justin of Tolar, TX; Julie Davidson and husband Garrett of San Angelo, TX; Tiffany Tubb and husband Joey of Magnolia, TX; Jason Stoute of Odessa, TX; Janae Beauchamp and husband Daniel of China Springs, TX; Morgan Lynch and husband Cyle of Grandfalls, TX; and Chad Matlock and wife Kenessa of Harper, TX; as well as great nieces and nephews whom she dearly loved.

She is also remembered by her former husband, Jeremy Hudman, as well as a devoted circle—including dear friend Brooke Hendricks and her cherished TCU “9ers.” Her beloved dogs, Reggie and Evelyn, brought her great joy.

The family of Alisha Brown wishes to extend sincere thanks to Shub Tewari, who was a great friend and stood by her through thick and thin.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Saving Hope Animal Rescue of Fort Worth, TX, or First Methodist Church of Odessa, TX.

Pallbearers:

• Chris Chamlee
• Shane Chamlee
• Chandler Goode
• Bryce Harper
• Chad Matlock
• Chad McGee
• Honorary: Case Harper