Loved ones honor victims killed in deadly Bite of Seattle shooting
Victims killed in Bite of Seattle shooting identified
Loved ones are heartbroken following Sunday's deadly shooting at Seattle Center, where three lives were taken by gunfire, including two innocent bystanders.
SEATTLE - Family and friends gathered Monday to remember two innocent bystanders killed during Sunday's deadly shooting, sharing memories of the victims as investigators continue working to piece together what happened.
At least 100 people attended a vigil to honor the victims, 56-year-old Ashley Whitehead and 44-year-old Carlos Villalba.
Ashley Whitehead (left), Carlos Villalba (right), victims of the deadly Bite of Seattle shooting. (FOX 13 Seattle)
Remembering Ashley Whitehead
Cousins of Ashley Whitehead spoke to FOX 13 during Monday's vigil, describing her as a loving mother who embraced life and loved being in Washington state.
"She had a great sense of humor, she was an artist, a free spirit. She loved what this state offered her," her cousins said. "She was just so much fun, she was always laughing, full of life."
Tributes to Carlos Villalba
Friends and colleagues remembered Carlos Villalba as a dedicated family man.
Tommy Evans, a friend of Villalba for 25 years, described him as "the salt of the earth."
He told FOX 13, Villalba was a contractor and owned his own construction business. He added, the 44-year-old served as the primary provider for his family.
"He was a devoted family man, devoted friend, genuine guy and the nicest person you’ve ever met," Evans said.
A colleague added that Villalba's death represents a major loss for the local construction community.
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The Source: Information in this story comes from original reporting by FOX 13 Seattle reporter Shirah Matsuzawa.