Post by Floppy Johnson on Jun 24, 2020 11:33:34 GMT -8
This is a tragic story. But, maybe the whole discussion provides an example that we're not as divided as we seem. Also, a bit of a cautionary tale, as the conclusions that are referenced in the article were the assumptions based on old white guy runs over and kills Mexican immigrant in a parking lot in Orange County.
Deborah Vanessa Lopez shared her first post.
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Regarding the tragic accident yesterday at Home Depot. I want to post all details here because I see assumptions being made and I’ll be honest, at times when I read these comments my heart hurts a little.
First of all, how am I involved. Well, my husband is a contractor, he has been working on a residential project in Costa Mesa during the whole quarantine. He has been visiting that same HD. It was time to begin some outdoor work so he sent his favorite guy, I will name him “J” to do this and his partner. While they were going to work on this outdoor project, my husband and another helper went to a different residence in Irvine.
The morning of June 23rd, the client and the two construction workers went to HD to purchase materials needed for the job.
While they were walking back to their vehicles, the female client first crossed then the long bulky materials were being pushed by both men and right when the men were crossing, an elderly man driving a large truck was slowly approaching them, and the story took a dark twist when he accidentally hit the gas pedal instead of breaking.
He ran over the two men, and we believe “J” immediately died. Police was called to the scene and police officer called my husband, who mentioned that most likely “J” wouldn’t survive.
“J” was one of my husband’s best friends. He migrated from Mexico to better support his wife and son who live in Mexico. He has no family in this beautiful country of ours, other than a brother in Florida, who he hadn’t seen in years.
At this point, his co-workers and friends are trying to figure everything out. My husband had to search through his Facebook profile to find relatives, and finally was able to get ahold of his wife to share the horrible news. She’s devastated and couldn’t talk much on the phone. We are going to try and see if we can get some sort of authorization letter mailed to us. Since we are not related, per HIPPA there’s not much the hospital can tell us. We don’t even know where his resting body is.
Last night I hugged my husband so much because I kept thinking that could have been him, like I mentioned he has been visiting HD almost every day for the past 3 months.
This is a reminder to all of us that we need to be at peace with ourselves and the world. One day we are happy and joyful the way “J” was and seconds later we are no longer here.
Sunday on Father’s Day “J” was mentioning he wanted to finally return back home to Mexico to see his son and wife who he hadn’t seen in years 😢
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Dora Miramon Ceniceros
Oh God im crying. This is so terrible. May he rest in peace.
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Lindsay Ortega
Heartbreaking. May he Rest In Peace. Prayers for his family.
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Steven Alan
So sad. I hope you guys had Workmen’s Comp. as they would probably put this as a work related incident
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Jordyn Rendon
Penni Holmes
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Penni Holmes
Jordyn Rendon 😭 rip "J" this is so sad!!
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Gil Jimenez
Prayers sent his way.
Maybe you can start a go fund me to help the family!!!
Sorry for you husbands loss as well.
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Jordyn Rendon
This is just so sad!!! I’m so sorry for your guys loss. Rip “J”
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Erin Lovely Kim
So so sad.
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Vicky Rodriguez
If there is any way I can help please pm
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Deborah Vanessa Lopez
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Vicky Rodriguez thank you for reaching out
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Chris Wells
Very sad.
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James Smith
Good man was working here to send money back to his family in Mexico. So sad. RIP J
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Anna Wilson Wist
So sad! At our hospital the social workers are pretty good at tracking down next of kin. I’d imagine by now they’ve contacted his wife, but you may want to try reaching out to a social worker at the hospital to ensure they have the information they ne… See More
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Taylor Roark
If you start a go fund let me know. I would be interested in donating to help for a funeral or other means.
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Dustin Carratello
Taylor Roark I second this. The man deserves a proper burial.
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Taylor Roark
Dustin Carratello yes forsure!
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Kimberley Deile
Thank you for this. How horrible and as some comments that I had read made it seem so differently. God be with you all. And May he rest in peace.
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Michelle Baker
I'm so sorry!
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Nicole Fedorchek
This is tragic all around! Sending prayers
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Andrea Winer-Grigsby
Omg this is so sad! My heart goes out to your hubby and of course the families that have been effected! Thank you for posting and i hope you all find peace soon! ❤️
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Sadie Evans
My heart shattered reading this. I am so sorry for your husband and families loss. I am sending prayers to J’s family in Mexico 😔💛💛💛
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Vicki Chamberlain Parsons
God rest his soul.
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Stephanie Riley
💔😭RIP
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Kelly Suguitan
Peace be with him, his family & friends. 🙏🏼🕊
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Cristina Martinez
This is so tragic. My heart goes out to your husband and J’s family, what an unexpected loss. The poor man that hit him too is probably beside himself. I’ve done that before, gas instead of brake. So sad.
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Valerie Anne
How sad. Thank you for the update. Hug your husband tight as he will need the extra love right now
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Chris Sanchez
This is so sad 😭 I away go shop at that HD my thoughts and prayers go out to Js family...
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Michele Baron McCormack
This breaks my heart. I had a friend who’s husband died and they wanted him buried in Mexico with his family. I think the cost was around $10k. That is all I know and this was about 20 years ago. Please start a go fund me if these are their wishes.
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Mindy Murrieta
Prayers lifted up to the family as well as to you and your husband. This is such devastating news .😔
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Shan Barclay
Oh my gosh I am heartbroken hearing this. Prayers for you and "J's" family.
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Charlene Rose Young
do you have any idea if there is a go fund me or something started..to try and help his surviving family members and possible legal (since he is here, family in another country) ..my heart is breaking I was in that same parking lot yesterday morning 🙁… See More
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Theresa Shoemaker
Thank you Deborah for the information - very much appreciated — sad situation 😢 is there anything we can do as a community to help both of these families ?
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Ralph Urrutia
Rip
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Emmy Alberts
This is horrible. May God rest his soul and peace come to his family.
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Linda Brown
So Sad sorry this happened😔
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Lupe Duarte
RIP J hard working man so sad
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Lisa Ferreira McKinnon
Please do post a link if a Go Fund Me is done to help with returning him to Mexico for burial, or whatever his family wishes.
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Vera Cantu
So tragic.... thoughts and prayers are with the family. Yes please send link if there is a Go Fund Me set up.
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Shaina Bradley Holtom
Heart breaking. My heart goes to his family
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Stephanie Hobbs Conrad
Thank you for sharing- I didn’t want to read anyone else’s comments unless it was from the heart - thank you ❤️ so sorry for all 💔
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Shellie Webster Franklin
So heartbreaking😢 thank you for clarifying. Rest in Love “J”
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Carrie Zlaket Berg
Horrible.. so sad and sorry.. hugs to your husband and J's family..
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Liza Dee
Oh my gosh... This is horrible! What about the second victim??? Are they okay? Do we need to start a GoFund Me campaign for them??? Can we start one for Js family back in Mexico, who surely will need financial assistance???
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Deborah Vanessa Lopez
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Liza Dee thank you for your willingness to support his family back in Mexico. I was able to find out, the body is at the Coroners Office in Santa Ana. We are working on arrangements and will post an update soon. Thank you
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Liza Dee
Deborah Vanessa Lopez we need to show them that him being here was not in vain and that as a country and community we take care of the families of those who contribute to our society no matter where they reside❤💗❤
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Ashley Ramirez
Rest in Paradise. My condolences go out to you all.
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Janet Hernandez
🙏 My condolences to his family and for you and your husband
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Alyssa Rose
My heart goes out to everyone in this situation. How sad that this J man has passed away., and thank god it wasn’t your husband.
And I feel awful for that elderly man. I hope he is okay too. I’m sure he is completely Distraught about what he did.
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Joyce Somers Brownell
🙏🙏
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Alyssa Rose
But yeah how is the other worker?!? Is he okay?
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Deborah Vanessa Lopez
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Alyssa Rose thank you for asking, I believe he is still in the hospital. I will find out more information and post an update. I believe a family member arrived to the hospital right away.
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Lanaye Reeder Smith
Thank you for sharing the real story. So sorry to hear of your loss. This hits close to home for me. My husband was there earlier that morning. He is in the construction business as well and before Covid 19 his workers (awesome hardworking Hispanic wor… See More
· Reply · 1h
Kristen Love
My heart felt comfort for all. Your husband is going thru a tragedy. So sorry for both you and he. A shock for all. Even those which witnessed this tragedy. The pucture posted shows an area which no one should be going slow. Foot on brake should be w… See More
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Ann Matteson Saglin
💔
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Ana Cecy Garcia
This is so sad😩
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Melanie Yassini
I’m so sorry 💔😔
May he Rest In Peace.
I… See More
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Stephanie Ellsworth Kettley
Thank you so much for sharing this information. It’s such a reminder that life is so short and we all need more kindness, tolerance, and love in our lives. Prayers of peace and comfort to your family as well as his. 💙
· Reply · 1h
Regina Dennise
This is so sad and heartbreaking. RIP J
· Reply · 1h
Mireya Ramos Vejar
Oscar Arceo 😔
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Mary F Siles
💔😢😭
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Karen Agnello
So very sorry to hear this...……..RIP
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Marissa McAlpin
Wow praying for everyone involved especially Js family sooo sad
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Marian Wildman
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My condolences go out to his family and friends. May he rest in peace. 🌹🕯🌹
· Reply · 46m
Donna Barnhard-Swift
How totally devastating. I had not heard this tragic news. I’m so sorry this happened and poor “J’s” family to not see him. I hope he can be reunited with them... and have a proper burial. Thank you for sharing Deborah! So sad for the old gent dri… See More
· Reply · 39m
Shane Herrera
The elderly behind the wheel is so dangerous. My heart is broken. Condolences.
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Jesse Sands
I'm very sorry this happened.
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Carolyn Arcangel Hough
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Carolyn Arcangel Hough
So what going to happen to the old man.
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Deborah Vanessa Lopez
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Carolyn Arcangel Hough I’m not sure, but so unfortunate. As he’s also a human being and my heart breaks for him and his family too.
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Caroline Zoscak DeBeauvieres
💔🙏🏻
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Stephanie Lesley
I’m crying 😥
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Phyllis Chafe Comoletti
my heart is breaking❤️😞
Deborah Vanessa Lopez shared her first post.
New Member · 2 hrs · Shared with Public
Regarding the tragic accident yesterday at Home Depot. I want to post all details here because I see assumptions being made and I’ll be honest, at times when I read these comments my heart hurts a little.
First of all, how am I involved. Well, my husband is a contractor, he has been working on a residential project in Costa Mesa during the whole quarantine. He has been visiting that same HD. It was time to begin some outdoor work so he sent his favorite guy, I will name him “J” to do this and his partner. While they were going to work on this outdoor project, my husband and another helper went to a different residence in Irvine.
The morning of June 23rd, the client and the two construction workers went to HD to purchase materials needed for the job.
While they were walking back to their vehicles, the female client first crossed then the long bulky materials were being pushed by both men and right when the men were crossing, an elderly man driving a large truck was slowly approaching them, and the story took a dark twist when he accidentally hit the gas pedal instead of breaking.
He ran over the two men, and we believe “J” immediately died. Police was called to the scene and police officer called my husband, who mentioned that most likely “J” wouldn’t survive.
“J” was one of my husband’s best friends. He migrated from Mexico to better support his wife and son who live in Mexico. He has no family in this beautiful country of ours, other than a brother in Florida, who he hadn’t seen in years.
At this point, his co-workers and friends are trying to figure everything out. My husband had to search through his Facebook profile to find relatives, and finally was able to get ahold of his wife to share the horrible news. She’s devastated and couldn’t talk much on the phone. We are going to try and see if we can get some sort of authorization letter mailed to us. Since we are not related, per HIPPA there’s not much the hospital can tell us. We don’t even know where his resting body is.
Last night I hugged my husband so much because I kept thinking that could have been him, like I mentioned he has been visiting HD almost every day for the past 3 months.
This is a reminder to all of us that we need to be at peace with ourselves and the world. One day we are happy and joyful the way “J” was and seconds later we are no longer here.
Sunday on Father’s Day “J” was mentioning he wanted to finally return back home to Mexico to see his son and wife who he hadn’t seen in years 😢
Comments
Dora Miramon Ceniceros
Oh God im crying. This is so terrible. May he rest in peace.
· Reply · 2h
Lindsay Ortega
Heartbreaking. May he Rest In Peace. Prayers for his family.
· Reply · 2h
Steven Alan
So sad. I hope you guys had Workmen’s Comp. as they would probably put this as a work related incident
· Reply · 2h
Jordyn Rendon
Penni Holmes
· Reply · 2h
Penni Holmes
Jordyn Rendon 😭 rip "J" this is so sad!!
· Reply · 2h
Gil Jimenez
Prayers sent his way.
Maybe you can start a go fund me to help the family!!!
Sorry for you husbands loss as well.
· Reply · 2h
Jordyn Rendon
This is just so sad!!! I’m so sorry for your guys loss. Rip “J”
· Reply · 2h · Edited
Erin Lovely Kim
So so sad.
· Reply · 2h
Vicky Rodriguez
If there is any way I can help please pm
· Reply · 2h
Deborah Vanessa Lopez
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Vicky Rodriguez thank you for reaching out
· Reply · 30m
Chris Wells
Very sad.
· Reply · 2h
James Smith
Good man was working here to send money back to his family in Mexico. So sad. RIP J
· Reply · 2h
Anna Wilson Wist
So sad! At our hospital the social workers are pretty good at tracking down next of kin. I’d imagine by now they’ve contacted his wife, but you may want to try reaching out to a social worker at the hospital to ensure they have the information they ne… See More
· Reply · 2h
Taylor Roark
If you start a go fund let me know. I would be interested in donating to help for a funeral or other means.
· Reply · 2h
Dustin Carratello
Taylor Roark I second this. The man deserves a proper burial.
· Reply · 2h
Taylor Roark
Dustin Carratello yes forsure!
· Reply · 28m
Kimberley Deile
Thank you for this. How horrible and as some comments that I had read made it seem so differently. God be with you all. And May he rest in peace.
· Reply · 2h
Michelle Baker
I'm so sorry!
· Reply · 2h
Nicole Fedorchek
This is tragic all around! Sending prayers
· Reply · 2h
Andrea Winer-Grigsby
Omg this is so sad! My heart goes out to your hubby and of course the families that have been effected! Thank you for posting and i hope you all find peace soon! ❤️
· Reply · 2h
Sadie Evans
My heart shattered reading this. I am so sorry for your husband and families loss. I am sending prayers to J’s family in Mexico 😔💛💛💛
· Reply · 2h
Vicki Chamberlain Parsons
God rest his soul.
· Reply · 2h
Stephanie Riley
💔😭RIP
· Reply · 2h
Kelly Suguitan
Peace be with him, his family & friends. 🙏🏼🕊
· Reply · 2h
Cristina Martinez
This is so tragic. My heart goes out to your husband and J’s family, what an unexpected loss. The poor man that hit him too is probably beside himself. I’ve done that before, gas instead of brake. So sad.
· Reply · 2h
Valerie Anne
How sad. Thank you for the update. Hug your husband tight as he will need the extra love right now
· Reply · 2h
Chris Sanchez
This is so sad 😭 I away go shop at that HD my thoughts and prayers go out to Js family...
· Reply · 2h
Michele Baron McCormack
This breaks my heart. I had a friend who’s husband died and they wanted him buried in Mexico with his family. I think the cost was around $10k. That is all I know and this was about 20 years ago. Please start a go fund me if these are their wishes.
· Reply · 2h
Mindy Murrieta
Prayers lifted up to the family as well as to you and your husband. This is such devastating news .😔
· Reply · 2h
Shan Barclay
Oh my gosh I am heartbroken hearing this. Prayers for you and "J's" family.
· Reply · 2h
Charlene Rose Young
do you have any idea if there is a go fund me or something started..to try and help his surviving family members and possible legal (since he is here, family in another country) ..my heart is breaking I was in that same parking lot yesterday morning 🙁… See More
· Reply · 2h
Theresa Shoemaker
Thank you Deborah for the information - very much appreciated — sad situation 😢 is there anything we can do as a community to help both of these families ?
· Reply · 2h
Ralph Urrutia
Rip
· Reply · 2h
Emmy Alberts
This is horrible. May God rest his soul and peace come to his family.
· Reply · 2h · Edited
Linda Brown
So Sad sorry this happened😔
· Reply · 2h
Lupe Duarte
RIP J hard working man so sad
· Reply · 2h
Lisa Ferreira McKinnon
Please do post a link if a Go Fund Me is done to help with returning him to Mexico for burial, or whatever his family wishes.
· Reply · 2h
Vera Cantu
So tragic.... thoughts and prayers are with the family. Yes please send link if there is a Go Fund Me set up.
· Reply · 2h
Shaina Bradley Holtom
Heart breaking. My heart goes to his family
· Reply · 2h
Stephanie Hobbs Conrad
Thank you for sharing- I didn’t want to read anyone else’s comments unless it was from the heart - thank you ❤️ so sorry for all 💔
· Reply · 2h
Shellie Webster Franklin
So heartbreaking😢 thank you for clarifying. Rest in Love “J”
· Reply · 2h
Carrie Zlaket Berg
Horrible.. so sad and sorry.. hugs to your husband and J's family..
· Reply · 2h
Liza Dee
Oh my gosh... This is horrible! What about the second victim??? Are they okay? Do we need to start a GoFund Me campaign for them??? Can we start one for Js family back in Mexico, who surely will need financial assistance???
· Reply · 2h
Deborah Vanessa Lopez
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Liza Dee thank you for your willingness to support his family back in Mexico. I was able to find out, the body is at the Coroners Office in Santa Ana. We are working on arrangements and will post an update soon. Thank you
· Reply · 11m
Liza Dee
Deborah Vanessa Lopez we need to show them that him being here was not in vain and that as a country and community we take care of the families of those who contribute to our society no matter where they reside❤💗❤
· Reply · 9m
Ashley Ramirez
Rest in Paradise. My condolences go out to you all.
· Reply · 2h
Janet Hernandez
🙏 My condolences to his family and for you and your husband
· Reply · 2h
Alyssa Rose
My heart goes out to everyone in this situation. How sad that this J man has passed away., and thank god it wasn’t your husband.
And I feel awful for that elderly man. I hope he is okay too. I’m sure he is completely Distraught about what he did.
· Reply · 2h
Joyce Somers Brownell
🙏🙏
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Alyssa Rose
But yeah how is the other worker?!? Is he okay?
· Reply · 2h
Deborah Vanessa Lopez
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Alyssa Rose thank you for asking, I believe he is still in the hospital. I will find out more information and post an update. I believe a family member arrived to the hospital right away.
· Reply · 13m
Lanaye Reeder Smith
Thank you for sharing the real story. So sorry to hear of your loss. This hits close to home for me. My husband was there earlier that morning. He is in the construction business as well and before Covid 19 his workers (awesome hardworking Hispanic wor… See More
· Reply · 1h
Kristen Love
My heart felt comfort for all. Your husband is going thru a tragedy. So sorry for both you and he. A shock for all. Even those which witnessed this tragedy. The pucture posted shows an area which no one should be going slow. Foot on brake should be w… See More
· Reply · 1h
Ann Matteson Saglin
💔
· Reply · 1h
Ana Cecy Garcia
This is so sad😩
· Reply · 1h
Melanie Yassini
I’m so sorry 💔😔
May he Rest In Peace.
I… See More
· Reply · 1h
Stephanie Ellsworth Kettley
Thank you so much for sharing this information. It’s such a reminder that life is so short and we all need more kindness, tolerance, and love in our lives. Prayers of peace and comfort to your family as well as his. 💙
· Reply · 1h
Regina Dennise
This is so sad and heartbreaking. RIP J
· Reply · 1h
Mireya Ramos Vejar
Oscar Arceo 😔
· Reply · 1h
Mary F Siles
💔😢😭
· Reply · 1h
Karen Agnello
So very sorry to hear this...……..RIP
· Reply · 1h
Marissa McAlpin
Wow praying for everyone involved especially Js family sooo sad
· Reply · 55m
Marian Wildman
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My condolences go out to his family and friends. May he rest in peace. 🌹🕯🌹
· Reply · 46m
Donna Barnhard-Swift
How totally devastating. I had not heard this tragic news. I’m so sorry this happened and poor “J’s” family to not see him. I hope he can be reunited with them... and have a proper burial. Thank you for sharing Deborah! So sad for the old gent dri… See More
· Reply · 39m
Shane Herrera
The elderly behind the wheel is so dangerous. My heart is broken. Condolences.
· Reply · 32m
Jesse Sands
I'm very sorry this happened.
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Carolyn Arcangel Hough
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Carolyn Arcangel Hough
So what going to happen to the old man.
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Deborah Vanessa Lopez
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Carolyn Arcangel Hough I’m not sure, but so unfortunate. As he’s also a human being and my heart breaks for him and his family too.
· Reply · 10m
Caroline Zoscak DeBeauvieres
💔🙏🏻
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Stephanie Lesley
I’m crying 😥
· Reply · 5m
Phyllis Chafe Comoletti
my heart is breaking❤️😞