Two Orlando Terror Attack Victims Had Texas Ties
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MESQUITE (CBSDFW.COM) - Two men with ties to Texas were among the dead in the Orlando terror attack.
Frank Hernandez, 27, lived in Weslaco and another victim, Luis Vielma, 22, has a sister and brother-in-law in the Dallas/Fort Worth area.
Vielma's family released the following statement tonight.
Our family is deeply saddened by the untimely passing of our brother, Luis Vielma. We accept and appreciate everyone's thoughts and prayers as we embark on this difficult journey.
Luis was a kind-hearted individual, who always saw the good in people. His memory will live on forever! We will miss him greatly!
Also, our deepest and sincerest condolences go out to the other victims, those injured, and their families. You are in our thoughts and prayers! We love you!We express our gratitude to the first responders, medical staff, the local police departments, and local blood banks that are working around the clock, assisting, and doing whatever they can to help. You are appreciated!
While we mourn the loss of a very good person, we also will celebrate his life and hope that it serves as a reminder why, we are stronger together as a nation, than we are apart.
Lastly, for those wanting to know what they can do to honor our brother Luis, our request would be that you extend a helping hand to someone in need, say please and thank you, be polite, listen with an open heart and mind, be slow to anger.
Our family thanks you for all of the love and support! We do not feel alone in this process.With Love For All!
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