Rolando Isaac Gonzalez Delgado, a 28-year-old Nicaraguan male, tragically lost his life on August 24, 2013, in Lake Butler, Florida. Rolando had moved to the United States at the age of 19 in search of better opportunities and had been working diligently to support his family. He was known for his dedication to his work and his deep appreciation for the opportunities he found in America.
On the morning of August 24, 2013, Rolando was fatally shot by Hubert Allen Jr., a 72-year-old former
employee of Pritchett Trucking, where Rolando also worked. The incident was part of a shooting spree carried out by Allen, who also killed his former employer, Marvin Pritchett, and wounded two other individuals before taking his own life. The motive behind Allen's actions remains unclear, but it was reported that he had recently retired or been fired from his job at the trucking company.
The Union County Sheriff's Office, along with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, conducted an extensive investigation into the shootings. They confirmed that Allen acted alone and worked to piece together the events leading up to the tragic incident. The community of Lake Butler, a small town with a population of about 2,000, was left in shock by the violence that unfolded that day.
Rolando's death left a significant void in the lives of his family and friends, both in Nicaragua and the United States. He was remembered for his strong work ethic, his love for his family, and his faith. His passing was mourned deeply by those who knew him, and his family held a funeral service in his honor before planning to inter his remains in Nicaragua at a later date.
