Posted by AnnaWhaat on July 9, 2007 at 6:53 a.m. (Suggest removal)

So sad ! Hopefully for the family they will be able to recover the body and give them some sort of peace being able to bury him. My condolences to the family.....

Posted by Whosaidwhat on July 9, 2007 at 7:34 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Truly sad...And he has 3 kids...nice guy too.

Posted by hugoj2 on July 9, 2007 at 8:26 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Is this the Victor that lived in Santa Paula a while back???? Sad indeed...

Posted by Whosaidwhat on July 9, 2007 at 10:39 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Yup, he still has family in Santa Paula...

Posted by ibarra on July 9, 2007 at 4:15 p.m. (Suggest removal)

My heart goes out to Kelly and her beautiful girls. We met Victor and his Family a couple of years ago Victor was such a NICE guy we will miss him greatly may God be with him and his family.

Posted by ibarra on July 9, 2007 at 4:43 p.m. (Suggest removal)

A memorial account has been set up for Kelly Carrasco and the girls at Washington Mutual Bank Acct#8841742162.

Posted by ELAINE87 on July 10, 2007 at 1:09 a.m. (Suggest removal)

On behalf of the Carrasco family, we would like to thank all the volunteer divers (Search & Rescue) that gave their time out there on the lake. THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH!!!

Posted by csolis on July 10, 2007 at 3:01 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Friends of the family. Yes Victor is from Santa Paula. He is a SPHS graduate; I believe class of 95'. He married in Arizona to Kelly, they had just celebrated 10 yr wedding anniversary. They have 3 beautiful girls, ages 5,7 & 9. The situation is very sad. Please pray for the family, no one can imagine the pain that this has caused them. Also, there has been an account set up for any donations; anything helps! Washington Mutual Bank Acct#8841742162.

Posted by birdie on July 11, 2007 at 10:48 a.m. (Suggest removal)

To say this is such a shock is an understatement.
From the hearts of the Edwards family in az. we are truly greiving with the Carrasco family. Victor, Kelly & their girls were a welcome extention to our family. We spent holidays with them that will remain in our hearts forever. GOD bless all of the Carrasco family and know our thoughts & prayers are with you.

Posted by sdickey on July 11, 2007 at 2:20 p.m. (Suggest removal)

did i say something wronge to be (suggested for
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Posted by LILSIS on July 11, 2007 at 7:51 p.m. (Suggest removal)

KEL KEL, I LOVE YOU & THE GIRLS SO MUCH & I'M SOOOO SORRY THIS IS HAPPENING. BELIEVE ME I WOULD DO ANYTHING IN THE WORLD TO MAKE THIS BETTER. I PROMISE YOU ARE NOT ALONE I WILL BE BY YOUR SIDE EVERY STEP OF THE WAY. YOU HAVE SO MANY WONDERFUL FRIENDS TO LEAN ON PLEASE PLEASE USE US.. DON'T EVER FEEL LIKE YOU HAVE TO DO THIS ALONE!!! AGAIN I LUV YOU!!

Posted by LILSIS on July 11, 2007 at 8 p.m. (Suggest removal)

FRIENDS & FAMILY AN ACCOUNT WAS SET UP FOR KELLY AND THE GIRLS ON MONDAY W/ WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK. AS OF TODAY THURSDAY THERE HAVE BEEN NO DONATIONS. I KNOW THERE ARE SOME PEOPLE WONDERING IF THE ACCOUNT IS LEGIT & I PROMISE YOU IT IS. THE ACCOUNT IS SET UP AS AN "FBO" (FOR THE BENEFIT OF) THE CARRASCO FAMILY. ACCOUNT # IS 8841742162. I KNOW VICTOR HAS TOUCHED THE LIVES OF MANY PEOPLE NOW IT'S OUR TURN TO RE PAY HIM BY HELPING HIS FAMILY! THANK YOU,

Posted by cedward on July 12, 2007 at 6:51 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Me and my family had the pleasure of knowing and spending time with Victor, Kelly and the girls. Victor was an amazing person, he loved and respected his friends and family with all of his heart. We were truly blessed to have known Victor and my heart aches for Kelly and the girls. My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family.

Posted by Anita_Corona on July 12, 2007 at 10:51 a.m. (Suggest removal)

I knew a Victor Carrasco from Santa Paula but I'm hoping it's not the same guy. Can anyone tell me if he has a older sister? just to confirm?

Posted by Iheardthat on July 12, 2007 at 12:31 p.m. (Suggest removal)

4 Anita -

he is related to Hector & Nancy. I don't think Nancy is older than him. Class of '94 SPHS

Posted by Anita_Corona on July 12, 2007 at 12:36 p.m. (Suggest removal)

unfortunately, it is the same Victor. My condolences to the family. We grew up in the same neighborhood. I pretty much know the entire family, aunts, uncles, grandparents. Very, very sad!!

Posted by meg on July 12, 2007 at 2:08 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Have they found him yet?

Posted by Anita_Corona on July 16, 2007 at 8:30 a.m. (Suggest removal)

I wonder if the Star will do any follow ups on this...

Posted by sdickey on July 16, 2007 at 11:18 a.m. (Suggest removal)

I HOPE THE STAR DOES FOLLOW UP ON THIS. I AM IN
PHOENIX, I KNOW VICTOR NOT THE FAMILY. SO GETTING
INFO HAS BEEN DIFFICULT OTHER THAN WHATS ONLINE.

Posted by meg on July 16, 2007 at 12:29 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I also live out of town and of course it is difficult to get info. I hope that this is followed up on and information is posted. I check the news several times a day hoping there are new news posted. I anyone know of anything new please post them. I just don't want to keep calling 24/7 bugging the family during these hard times. Thank You.

Posted by ibarra on July 16, 2007 at 6:09 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I also check the Star every morning and afternoon an update would be nice with out having to bother the family.
I still can't believe this is happening.

Posted by csolis on July 17, 2007 at 3:34 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Nothing has changed. He is still missing. I just spoke w/ his wife Kelly who visits the lake everyday. All anyone can do for now is wait & pray. His family & friends need closure; it all seems like a BAD NIGHTMARE.
I'm glad that many of you are checking in, I will let Kelly know. I will also try to reach VC Star & see if we can get another story out there. The family wants volunteers from Search & Rescue. Maybe try again and do another search. Victor didn't deserve this. He needs to be FOUND!! He was a GREAT MAN, FRIEND, FATHER & HUSBAND! I'll make sure to post a message if anything changes.
Also, want to thank everyone who showed support on Saturday’s Car Wash, 7/14. We raised funds for Kelly & VICTOR'S little girls. THANK YOU ...Mambo & DJ Hecktik from the VIBE, Four Guys Liquor, Sports Wear 126, everyone who helped w/ the event & all visitors who came out to support w/ a donation. We raised $2500, all the hard work paid off.
Always in our prayers,
Milo & Carmen

Posted by meg on July 17, 2007 at 4:21 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Thank you csolis. I see that there was a car wash. I still have family in Ventura county that would of been more then happy to contribute.... Please post anything that may be coming up so that even from far away we can support this family.

Thank you again for your information.

Posted by alfarofam on July 17, 2007 at 10:33 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Hi csolis, i'm from Phoenix and I knew Victor quite well. He was a great guy! I would like kelly and his girls to know that our thoughts and prayers are with them. May God bless all of the Carrasco Family.

Please continue to post updates. Thanks

Nacho & Family

Posted by csolis on July 19, 2007 at 8:25 a.m. (Suggest removal)

As of this morning nothing has changed. Still waiting. I was able to contact an editor from VC Start; they will be doing a brief story on the accident. He is waiting to get more details from the Sherriff’s Dept. Keep you posted.

Posted by jencoronado on July 19, 2007 at 1:02 p.m. (Suggest removal)

We had the privilege of knowing Victor, Kelly, and the girls. We spent lots of time together while they lived in Phoenix, my heart is breaking for his family, all of his family.Please know you are all in my prayers. He was a genuine friend, devoted father, and loving husband. We are truly blessed to have been able to have him as a part of our lives.

Love
The Coronado's

Posted by butterflygone on July 21, 2007 at 8:55 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Kelly, I'm so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your kids.
~vd (bhc, az)

Posted by ibarra on July 23, 2007 at 3:27 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Kelly, I think and pray for you and the girls every day. Luv ya !

Posted by Life on July 24, 2007 at 10:23 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I heard and read on the news that his body was found today (Tuesday) at around 1:00 p.m. I wish the family peaceful closure. Our community and people all over continue to grieve and pray for Victor and his loved ones. We love you and will miss you Victor.

Posted by meg on July 26, 2007 at 10:23 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Does anyone know when the funeral will be or where?

Posted by sdickey on July 26, 2007 at 3:41 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I DONT KNOW WHEN THE FUNERAL WILL BE HELD. BUT I HEARD FROM A FAMILY MEMBER IT WILL BE HELD IN PHOENIX SO HE CAN BE BURIED WITH HIS SON...

DOES ANYONE KNOW HOW OLD HIS SON WAS AND HOW HE PASSED?

Posted by csolis on July 27, 2007 at 8:49 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Kelly has taken Victor back to AZ. To be w/ their son, Victor Jr. who passed over 10 yrs ago.Those were his wishes, to be in the same cemetery where he was buried.
As for all the questions about the accident, we all don't know. The 2 people that were w/ him are still in shock and we cannot get full details. But his autopsy results were as “he simply drowned”. Everyone who knew him or was close to him doesn't understand how this happened. He was a good swimmer, was in good shape & health. It doesn't make sense. All we can make of it is that it was his time and God takes who he needs for a reason. Kelly is still grieving but remains strong for her 3 girls.
Here are the details on the wake & funeral:

SUNDAY 7/29 @ 6PM-8PM (WAKE)
Thompson Valley West Funeral Home
926 S. Litchfield
Goodyear, AZ

MONDAY 7/30 @ 9AM (BURIAL)
Holy Cross Cemetery
10045 W. Thomas Rd.
Avondale, AZ

Posted by sdickey on July 27, 2007 at 10:03 a.m. (Suggest removal)

THANK YOU CSOLIS FOR THE INFO. I AM SORRY TO ASK SUCH HARSH QUESTIONS BUT VICTOR TOUCHED ALL OF OUR LIVES AND I GUESS EVERYONE JUST WANTS THE "WHY" TO
BE ANSWERED. THANK YOU AGAIN FOR KEEPING US UP. AND WILL SEE YOU ON SUNDAY.

Posted by csolis on August 2, 2007 at 4:07 p.m. (Suggest removal)

FYI- his picture & info are in the VC Star today under obituary.