Community Grieves For Afghanistan Veteran Killed At A Party

Tribute for marine who served in Afghanistan, killed in Bakersfield
Eyewitness News
By Jose Gaspar
Published: Aug 21, 2015

"Victor went to Afghanistan served honorably, came home with honor," said Ismael Quiroz, Anaya's cousin and also retired from the Marine Corps. "The nature of his death was just a tragic loss not only for his family but for the Marine Corps and the community as well."

EARLIMART, Calif.---There were many hugs among friends and condolences for the family of 23 year-old Victor Anaya at a viewing held at the gym at Earlimart Middle School. And there were many who rose to pay tribute to a man who many remember for his smile.

"This is one of the hardest days of my life," said Javier Leyva. "We all know that there's a hole in our hearts."

The popular Anaya was killed August 15 when shots were fired at a party on the 10000 block of Rancho Cordova Street in Bakersfield. His cousin David Anaya was also wounded but has since been released from the hospital.
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