Memories for Victor

From: Jason, Melody, Noelle, and Ethan RiveraVictor Mercado Photo

God bless you and your family during this trying time. Words cannot make this feel any better but know we are thinking and praying for your family.

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From: Lexy Williams

I just wanted to say that victor was an AMAZING guy. He was my bestfriend throughout 7th grade and 8th grade. He was one of very few friends to show at my fathers funeral in 2002. He was always there for me when i needed him he had the biggest heart, I just wanted to say i am sorry for your loss and he will be greatly remembered and missed. God bless

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From: Michael, Stacey and Dylan Robinson

We are truly sorry for your loss! We hope that you can find comfort and peace during this difficult time. Victor would want you to keep smiling and know that you were the greatest parents you could be to him! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless! The Robinson's

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From: Roger Reich and family

Mary, Luis and family

Our family s thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.

Roger Reich and family

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From: Chuck and Ruthie

Our hearts ache for you. It is our prayer that God will grant you the strength you will need at this time. Know that we love you and our prayers will follow you in the days to come.

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From: Jamaal C. Millisock Sr.

Andre my brother and growing up my everything. I am sorry for you loss, and want to embrace you in my arms so you can spill your pain onto me. Your great father Luis did this to me just a year ago. I love each and every one of you forever. I know you and I have not been close physically but believe me the love is there. I share your pain right now, and wish I could be beside you. Vic was a little boy, and not until recently did I see him as a young man, he grew fast, and touched the lives of everyone he encountered. That Mercado smile, you all have it and hold it.....the world loves is.....Let his life live on through that smile!! God Bless.



A poem I found:

Somewhere in my dreams tonight
I'll see you standing there
You look at me with a smile
"Life isn't always fair"

You say you were chosen for his garden
His preciously hand picked bouquet
"God really needed me,
That's why I couldn't stay"

It's said to be that angels
Are sent from above
I've always had my angel
My brother - whose heart was filled with love

Wherever the ocean meets the sky
There will be memories of you and I
When I look up at that sky so blue
All I see are visions of you

"While there's a heart in me, you'll be a part of me."

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From: Sonia and Jesse Garcia

May the Lord Jesus console your hearts and give you Peace at this time of need. God Bless.
Jesse & Sonia

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From: Samir&Lori Turk

I am very sorry to hear about Vic. My son Michael was good friends with him.Michael left Saturday for Europe, but did make it up to the hospital after the accident. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this very difficult time.

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From: Eva Schapatone

My thoughts are prayers are with you and your family. May God bless you knowing that he is at peace with our Heavenly Father.
Eva

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From: Mrs. Colleen Couture

I extend my deepest sympathy during this very difficult time.
I have many fond memories of Victor's liveliness when he was in my class.
I appreciate the little time I was able to share in his life.
He will be sadly missed.

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From: Father Patrick Schumacher-St. Joseph Mandan

Jayme, Michele and entire family, Hold on to your memories, and let them guide you during this time of saddness. May the Lord's precious promises bring you strenght for today and hope for tomorrow. My prayer for you is that His loving words will comfort your grieving hearts.

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From: Elva Chavez

My thoughts and prayers are with you. May the beautiful memories in your heart and the faith in our Lord give you the strength to endure. God bless you.

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From: Brenda Hustad

Mary & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss.
Peace be with you.
Love, Brenda Hustad

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From: Barb Peterson

Mary, Luis, and family,
May God be with you and give you strength to know that Victor is in His loving arms. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time of sadness. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------

From: The Green Family

Dear Mary and Family,

There are simply no words that can express how sorry we are for your loss. Our thoughts, prayers, and love are with you.

Love,
Marc, Tammy, and Cooper

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From: Penny Watkins ( Taylor Watkins mother)

Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for the loss of your son,Victor....my thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.

He was a wonderful friend to my son!

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From: Ed and Thelma Perez

I am sorry for your lost, you're in our prayers.

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From: Vincent McCauley

I don't know if you remember me, Luis or Mary but Victor was a pretty good friend of mine and he was a great guy he always made me laugh and made anything better. If we were bored he'd liven things up without even trying. I just kind of lost touch with him because i had a child but i still think of Victor as one of my best friends and he will always be one.
I am sorry for your loss your son was a great person and will be greatly missed.
Vincent McCauley

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From: Samantha Quist

Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,
May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow

May your heart and soul find peace and comfort. May the blessings of love be upon you,
May its peace abide with you,
May its essence illuminate your heart,
Now and forever more

Hold tight to memories for comfort,
lean on your friends for strength,
and always remember how much you are cared about.

For I have known your family for a very long time and just would like you to know you will always be in my thoughts and prayers. Words cannot express how wonderful your family is. May peace be with you and your family. May strength and courage be given to get through this tough time. Love to your whole family from mine...Samantha Quist

 

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From: Vicki

Luis and Mary I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

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From: Diana DeCoteau

I worked with Vic @ Etelecare and we hung out a few time. I'm blessed to have known him. He was always a gentleman & very respectful. My prayers and love are with you.

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From: ED &TERRY QUIST

OUR FAMILY IS SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALWAYS DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. VICTOR WILL BE MISSED BY ALL OF US.

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From: Dennis Myers

I can't express my grief over your loss. Victor was a wonderful young man that anyone would be proud to call son. My prayers are with you, Luis, Mary and the entire family, and especially for Victor. All my love and sympathy to you all. God bless and keep you.

Dennis Myers

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From: DOTTIE DANCY

MY PRAYERS AND THROUGHT ARE WITH YOU, MARY ANDRE & JAYME.

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From: Linda Myers

Requests: I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. I only met him once, but was impressed by his kindness and love for life. My prayers are with you and may the Peace of God be with you always.
Love, Linda

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From: Obed, Clare, and girls

Wishing we were there with you. Knowing God will give you strength. Dios los bendiga. We love you Luis and Mary.

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From: Israel & Wanda Perez

Luis and Mary,
On behalf of our family,i want to say we are very sorry for the loss of your son Victor,we personally are very hurt with this loss,because you are part of our family and since we met you show us the meaning of a true friendship. Your loss is my loss and we have you in our prayers. I ask the lord to help you in this difficult time that no parents wants to go thru, and to count on us in whatever you need,and in good times and bad times we will be on your side.....

Your friends

Israel & Wanda

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From: Danielle Hoffart

Dear Mercado family,
I am so sorry for you're loss. I am sure it is one of the hardest things you guys will have to go through, because I know it sure is for me. Just know that I am praying for you guys and you will get through this. Just stay strong, for Victor.

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From: Don & Catharine Windmueller

Dear Mercado family, We are
so saddened by your loss. Clare (our daughter)and Obed informed us Sunday morning. Please know you are all in our prayers. Your loss is so great....

God Bless you all...Don & Catharine

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From: dana and laurie

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH BOTH OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

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From: Corey, Aimee and family

Luis and Mary,
You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Let us know if you need anything.

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From: The Bahr Family

Our condolences go out to your family. We are saddened by the loss of your child and can't sympathize enough how hard this must be. We are truly sorry.May God be with you through this time.

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From: Kristina Stivers, Nicole, Natalie

God be with you in this time of need. Our hearts go out to you.

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From: Robin Callina

Mary, Luis,
I am so so sorry for your lost. My heart goes out to you. Deepest sympathy.
Robin

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From: Les, Mark, Diane Pierson

Sorry for loss. You have are thoughts and prayers. He was a great kid love coaching him in baseball with Mark.

The Piersons

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From: Brandie Mogard

My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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From: Glynn and Kim Breuer and family

We love you and are thinking of you.

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From: Sue Willson

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this tough time.

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From: the Goldade family

We loved and will miss Vic, the only kid to come to our house with his own chair (to use for DDR!) He touched our lives and made us laugh, and he was a great friend to Steve. We are blessed to know him- Dale. Lisa, Joe and Steve Goldade

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From: Tim and Dawn Ward

I had the privelage of working with Vic at both Best Buy and eTelecare. Vic was awesome and will always have a special place in our hearts. If there is anything my wife and I can do to be of assistance please let me know.

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From: The Piatt Family

Words cannot express our deepest sympathy for you during this time. I was thinking about what joy Victor brought to so many people.I can remeber him helping me at Best Buy when I knew nothing about an X-Box, and WOW he knew everything.And his kind words on his thank you note for graduation.You truly were blessed God gave you a wonderful son. I guess he wanted to have that time with him in Heaven.We will be praying for you.We Love you guys..May God richly bless you during this time. Psalm 27:1.

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From: The Oian Family

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in this trying time.

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From: Jerry Wald

I am sorry for your loss it is always difficult to lose a loved one. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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From: close friend Kyle Boyeff

Vic was something special.He always new how to make people happy and feel at ease. He was close to me. I've been friends with him since 6th grade when we use to go skateboard. I wish I could be there but I'm in Australia. My mother will be attending the memorial. God Bless.

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From: Mark and ET Timbrook

Mary and Luis, you have are deepest sympathy, if we can do anything ... you are in our thoughts and prayers.

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From: Debbie Maufort

Words escape me, Vick was one of a kind. Always kind, courteous, loving. You probably don't recognize my name, I'm John Mortensens mom. Losing Vick has to be the most painful experience of your lives. Know that there are people who are willing to help in any way. I have so many memories of Vick and John is broken hearted remembering all the times he shared with Vick. The only comfort is knowing he is with our Father now. Know our love and prayers are with you all.
Debra Maufort & John Mortensen

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From: Dale and Joanna Ahrendt

We cannot begin to understand your grief, but please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours at this difficult time.
Dale and Joanna

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From: Susan L. Godsell

The memory of Victor as a young child in FCC is in my heart. He was truly full of life and love. May he live in your memories and hearts. My prayers goe out to your family. Victor has left many proud and happy memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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From: Savannah McCammitt

I am very sorry for your loss. I've known Vic for a long time. He was a great guy. I enjoyed seeing him when we used to go to school together and when we worked at etelecare. I will truly miss him. My thoughts and Prayers are with you now and always.

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From: The Morales Family

Luis, Mary, Andre and Jayme,
Victor always thought of Kadie as his Little Puerto Rican sister. This was funny because Kadie was the older of the two, but she also loved Victor like a brother. There are no words that will heal this pain but know that God is with you and your family at this time of need. If there is anything we can help with or do for your family please let us know.You and your family are in our prayers.
-George, Helen, Kevin, Kristie, Kelley, Kadie and Kristopher Morales.

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From: Dale and Sondra Kephart

Mary and Luis,
Our hearts ache for you with this tragic loss of your precious Victor. We have been praying for you ever since we heard on Saturday evening. I (Sondra) can't think of anything but your family. We are praying God's touch of comfort on each one of you precious people. WE love you...if we can do anything for you, please let us know. XOXOXOXOX

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From: Neil & Bridget Sleppy

Peace be with you.
May God shine His light, love, care and comfort upon your family.
God Bless
The Sleppy family

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From: Kelly A. Dillon

Mary & family;
I am profoundly sorry for your loss. God bless you all.

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From: Mark and Denise Kauer

Mary and Luis
Please accept our sincerest condolences on the loss of your son Victor. It is very evident that you raised him with great love and that he was loved in the community as well. We'll keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Mark and Denise Kauer

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From: Scott and Eileen Chaisson

Mary and Luis,
It was with great sorrow that Scott and I heard of the loss of your beloved son. Although we know there is little we can say. We wanted to let you know that you are in our thoughts and in our prayers during this difficult time. A beautiful soul is never forgotten. Wishing you will find peace and hold on to the memories of the wonderful gift of his love. He will always remain in your hearts.

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From: John Murphy

Words can not express how deeply saddened and sorry we are for the loss of your loved one.
John and Joelle Murphy

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From: Camille Steen

I am very sorry for your loss. I graduated with Vic and attended school with him since ramstad. I was never really friends with him, but whenever we talked he was always so nice and friendly. Whenever I think about him, I remember a perfect picture of him from music class at ramstad with his cool hair-do. He was always talking and laughing. He was such a great guy. He did not deserve this. Not at this age, this time in his life, or at all. People make stupid mistakes, and one person will be calling himself stupid for the rest of his life. My wishes to you, I know that you'll need them, I lost someone recently, too. Just try to avoid any one word questions that start with 'w'.

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From: Chaz Krueger

I can honestly say about Vic, one of thee best people I've ever had the privilege of knowing, I've known him since he was in 6th grad and I was in 7th at Ramstad, and he was one of the most well spoken, level-headed guys I've ever know in my life. we had few bad times, but mostly good times, I looked at him like a little brother, and he knew that. I will miss him a great deal, and do not want to believe that he's gone. My regards are out to his family, and to his parents may I say, that they did a phenominal job at raising him. he had the most class and was one of the most calm, cool, and collected individuals I've ever known, and I am greatly sorry for your loss.

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From: James, Nancy, Jamie, Jennifer Bowers

Mary & Luis - two of the kindest people I have ever known and at times like this I can only wonder why do such wonderful people have to struggle so; we do not know or understand life's purpose or God's plan -- but it can only be that very thing that takes someone like Victor from us. James recalls the positive smile and most helpful way Victor had about himself at Best Buy; Jamie recalls walking to school with one of the nicest kids at Dakota Elementary, and Jennifer only came to know Victor in recent months and believed him to be one of the most sincere and kindest friends she ever made. Such good qualities in one young being comes about as a result of a most loving and caring family. Hopefully you can find some comfort in knowing that your time, energy and love you gave to Victor mattered and he passed that on to others every day of his life. Our prayers are with you and Victor.

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From: Carter Stahl

Victor was a great person. I had the pleasure of knowing him since we attended Longfellow together. You should be very proud of your son and brother. He was one of the nicest men I knew and I'm honored to call myself his friend.

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From: ginger lautenschlager

Mary,Luis and family,
There are no words to comfort you but there is no power like the power of prayer. Mary, I miss you and just wish I could be there for you today. Know that I am praying for you and your family, Ginger L.

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From: Kaylie Marten

Victor was a really great guy!.. he could always put a smile on everyones face even when u didnt want to smile. He was always there for anyone with his arms open!!...i will miss victor VERY much and so will everyone else!
LOVE YOU VICTOR!!!!

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From: Mike & Deb Snodgrass

Mary, Luis and Family:
Our hearts and prayers go out to you during this most difficult time.

God bless,

Mike, Deb & Family

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From: Mary and Jim Ward

Mary and family,

You have been on my mind since I heard of Victor s passing; I am so very sorry for your loss. Mary, I remember once when you were in my office Victor called on your cell phone to ask about putting lasagna in the oven for dinner. When you hung up you told me what a great son he was. I personally didn t know Victor, but my son did and he said Victor was one of the best. Comfort and take care of each other. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary Ward

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From: Nita Burckhard

Luis, Mary,Andre and Jayme,
I am truly sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed and I am glad that I was able to share even a small part of his life. My heart goes out to you during this difficult time and my hope is that you will find comfort in all the wonderful memories you have shared. With heartfelt sympathy-Nita

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From: Dawn Stremick

Luis and Mary,
My thoughts have been with you since I heard about the loss of Victor. In teaching, there are always some kids and parents that are special and memorable, and that was you guys. Victor was a great young man even in 4th grade and you were caring wonderful parents. It is a tragedy to lose him, but we have to believe God has special plans for him. I have been out of town, otherwise I would have been there Wednesday to pay tribute to Victor. My thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you.

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From: Jan Leebrick

Luis,Mary, and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I cannot begin to know what you are going through. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love and Prayers.......Jan

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From: Christi McKeen

Luis and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. YOu probably don't remember me, but you were always the most friendly guy in the commissary, always helpful and always encouraging me to apply for a job. Well, I finally did and am the secretary here, but when I started you were already gone! =) Anyway, Please know that I am praying for your family's healing and that God will totally surround you with his love and comfort in this time of loss. I pray peace will come. Minot misses you and your family and Victor's memory will go on forever.

In Christ's Love
Christi McKeen and Family

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From: Kaleb Martinez

Hey Vic, just heard about what happened yesterday from my mom.

We used to hang out all the time when we we're kids back on Minot AFB. We had some good times, and I remember you introducing me to that Scat Man song that we used to listen a lot.

I've known you all the way up to 9th grade, even though we hardly ever talked much or hung out. I still considered you a friend with good intentions.

To be honesty, I don't even know what to say or make out from what happened, but I know you are somewhere else up there.

You are still my friend Victor.

Take care of yourself man.

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From: Ingrid

Dear Mary and Luis, my most sincerest condolence at your loss. I want to let you know that I am here for you guys, I will be praying for you and for Vic.
With much Love and sorrow,
Ingrid
718-213-0157

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From: Jeannie & Antonio Roman (Juan's parents)

We were deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Vic. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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From: Ramona, Trey, Celine, Marge and family

Luis, Mary, Jayme and Andre, our hearts and prayers go out to all of you. I am at a loss for words,but I can say that we have always considered you all as part of our family. In fact, ever since our visit to Minot, Celine has always referred to Jayme and Victor as her "other brothers". Believe that if there was something we could do to lessen your pain, we would do it in a second. Victor will be deeply missed by everyone that had the pleasure of knowing him. May God help you through this tragedy. All our love, Ramona Dayton and family

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From: Judy Ross

I am so sorry for you and your family. The service was beautiful and I wanted to give you a hug after the service but you were just too overcome. I feel for you and wish you all the best. Hope his good memories help sustain you in your sorrow. Prayers and love for you

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From: Matthew & Cathy Lillis

Mary, Luis, and Family, Our hearts go out to each of you. Although we hadn't met Victor personlly, we had met you Mary and you had been there for us many, many time. Luis, you always made me smile when I entered the commissary. There's no word or sentence that will stop the pain at this time, but keep the faith and know you'll see Victor again on the other side of the River. God will watch over you all. Know that you all are in our hearts and prayers. We know our children aren't suppose to be taken before us, but God has a plan!

God's Love & Ours,
The Lillis Family
910 4th Ave NW
Minot ND 58703

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From: Wendy Bosch

Mercado Family -

You are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.

One of my favorite sayings:

Enjoy the little things in life for one day you'll look back and realize they were the big things.

Your memories will be yours forever.

Wendy Bosch

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From: Julie Duarte

I knew Victor for a short time when we worked together recently at CASO. He was a very bright, kind individual. Right away I felt at ease with him, and we chatted daily. We were both new to Texas, and I considered him one of my first friends here. When he left to go back to Minot I did hope our paths would cross again at some point, I wish I knew him better. It is hard to believe he is gone. He had such potential. Such a genuine person and an impressive young man. My condolences go out to his family and friends.

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From: Dickie Jo (Boespflug) Kubas

Mary and family ~ I just received news of your great loss. I realize there are no words to take away the pain, but I do hope you find some comfort in knowing my thoughts and prayers are with you during this sorrowful time.

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From: Chris and Darla Bailey

We are sorry to hear of your loss.
Our prays will be with the whole family

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From: Christopher Ramirez

Victor was fun person to be around and always brought laughter to us all here in san antonio and was a great friend to us all here who knew him we will miss playing DDR with him he will be miss by all of us here in san antonio..............

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From: Rebecca Ansohn

I worked with Victor for a short time here in San Antonio, TX. He was always saying or doing something to make us all laugh! He was our comedy relief. Everyone would always ask what he brought for lunch that day, cuz it always looked so good, all the questioning drove him crazy! He was an expert at making Ramen noodles.
A great light has gone out, he will be missed. My prayers are with his family.
We shall see him again!

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From: Mercado

Dear Luis and Mary,

I don't know if you remember me. We met when Victor was just a little boy. I came to your home when you lived on the Minot Air Base to visit with you. I worked for The Franklin Life Insurance company. You were so hospitible and even insisted I have a meal with you. I can't even begin to imagine the pain of losing a child and I wanted you to know you have been in my thoughts and prayers.
With my sincerest sympathies,
Susan Sjaastad

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From: Lynne Aschenbrenner

I can still remember the first day I met Vic; it was at Roosevelt Park. Him and John would probably live at the skate park during the summer cause it never failed every time I went swimming they were there. At that time I was attending Surrey High School.. but Vic and I kept in contact through Msn. When I moved to Minot an started to Attend Might High I got to know more about Vic and the person he really is. I could be having a very crappy day and be walking to my next class and Vic for some reason always crossed my path and he would just cheer me up; make me smile when I didnt want to. I am sorry for your loss and he will be greatly missed. It still seems surreal to me; cause not even a month ago I was talking with him and giving him a hug.

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From: Miaja Bjornson

My deepest sympathy goes out to your family. My family prays for your loss everyday. My mom and I remembered when Victor used to come over to our home to watch movies and play gamecube with myself and his friends. We remember how upbeat and hilarious he always was.

With much love and prayer, Miaja Bjornson and family

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From: Bob Herrington

Pam and I were so sorry to hear of Victors death. We were out of town for the funeral but our thoughts and prayers were and are with ya'll. Chief

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From: Kyle Boyeff

Thinking about you Vic.
Love you bro.

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