Deseret News | Millard County van rollover kills boy, injures 7

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Millard County van rollover kills boy, injures 7

Sunny Dade | 4:53 p.m. July 8, 2009

This is a family we knew very well in Red Deer, Alberta, Canada. We are devastated by the news and ask for prayer, please. It was a shock to get the phone call today. Please pray for comfort and healing for everyone. Thank you. God bless you.

Laurel | 7:06 p.m. July 8, 2009

One of the occupants of accident was my friend from my class last year. I was so shocked to hear this. please pray for everyone involved.

Sarah | 9:59 p.m. July 8, 2009

I am sooo sad to hear this....I somehow didn't wanna believe it but I had to! I'm praying for God to comfort the family and help them in this time of need! I'm gonna miss the boy who passed away alot but I will see him again someday in Heaven!!! Please PRAY!!!! They need us!!!

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Michael Alay | 11:10 p.m. July 8, 2009

I am so sad to hear this :( :(

Dave | 11:35 p.m. July 8, 2009

It really hurts me inside when I hear of a family's
vacation being marred this type of tragedy. They have my prayers too. I have driven I-15 too. When it's hot there nothing worse than fighting fatigue.
If you're fighting fatigue--pull of and take five or ten minutes of nap. It's amazing what that will do for you. Best Wishes and sympathy to this family.

Sherry Palk | 12:06 a.m. July 9, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Vibas family.
Our children attend the same school and are devasted at this tragedy.
We love you and are here for you.
The Palk family, Frost family and Martens family.
God bless.

Vanessa | 12:18 a.m. July 9, 2009

John..I'll miss you really badly and I pray that your family will be fine.

Tammy | 12:33 a.m. July 9, 2009

This is a wonderful Christian family who are very loved. Friends and family are staying updated on facebook and calling on everyone to lift them up in prayer. Only the Lord can mend the broken hearted. This family needs God's almighty hand to hold them. Please join us in pray for them.

helengrace | 8:00 a.m. July 9, 2009

am rilly upset... that even tho i never met dis family,i know how God Fearing dey r...my sister stayed wid dem for ten mos. where in dey made her and my niece part of der family...she always tells how great dey are...ill pray for you....God has a better choice in each lyf...God Bless!!!

Melynick Guzman | 8:07 a.m. July 9, 2009

This is a tragic accident... our thoughts and prayers to Carol/ Rey and Family.
This family is our relatives and one of their vacation plan is to visit my brother (Mhodel) in San Diego, CA.
The GUZMAN family from Toronto Canada are devastated on this tragedy.

nereeg | 10:28 a.m. July 9, 2009

Im very sad to hear about this tragic accident. they are wonderful people who love the Lord. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God will make everything alright just trust in HIM in this time of discomfort.

Jeremy | 10:40 a.m. July 9, 2009

I love you guys stay strong..why did this have to happen to such a great family..everybody in red deer is praying for you

Your a friend basically family jeremy

Koinonia Christian School Red De | 10:45 a.m. July 9, 2009

We are so devastated to hear this news. We pray for God's peace and comfort to be with the family and for His wisdom and guidance to be with the doctors and family and friends that are there or are going there to be with the family. We are also praying for physical and emotional healing for all involved. If there is anything else that we can do to help, we are only a phone call away.
KCS Red Deer family.

Janice Harvey | 11:04 a.m. July 9, 2009

I weep with you at this time of loss. I too have a child of almost ten and can't imagine the heart break of such a loss, never the less we do have a living hope of seeing little John again. I am confident that as two or more agree as touching anything in faith we will see a complete and total healing come to the rest of the family, both physically and emotionally. The Lord is not the author of these horrible enents but we know that He is our strength and comfortor when trials come our way. Know that you are ever on our heart and mind as we hold you all in our prayers.

Janice Harvey and Family.

Carina | 4:34 p.m. July 9, 2009

To the Vibas family may God comfort you my prayers are with you.

Pohl Family | 5:43 p.m. July 9, 2009

We are deeply saddened by this tragedy. We pray for healing and may God comfort your family and give you peace!

Mark Pohl and family

From:Guzman Family of Toronto | 7:53 p.m. July 9, 2009

We are so much devastated on this tragic accident to our relatives,Carol and family.We pray for God's healing and comfort for them.

Helen, Destiny School | 11:18 p.m. July 9, 2009

Our hearts and prayers are with you. John Rey will be missed by staff and students. Your many family and friends are keeping you in our prayers.

Linda & us from Lord Close | 12:14 a.m. July 10, 2009

Our heart aches upon hearing the news. Rey came to visit me before leaving and said he'll be back in few weeks.I pray that Jonjon will be in good hands now and for Rey and Carol... our prayers and thoughts to all of you and the kids. Everybody back here is praying for all of you!!!

James Walker | 12:15 a.m. July 10, 2009

God is covering you guys, I know it. I can feel His hand entering this tragedy, and I know whatever happens from here, it will work out for the best.

The entire Walker family is praying for you. May your souls be strengthened and your hearts, healed.

from CARDENAS FAMILY | 5:28 a.m. July 10, 2009

we pray for you john ray...rest in peace...and be strong aunti carol,rey,carey,and others...get well soon....
tsong ambo and family...♥♥♥

Larry and Susan Bombase | 2:18 p.m. July 10, 2009

I am very sad to hear this terrible tragedy but I beleive that God is in control of everything. I love you guys and come back soon. Many are waiting for you. All our thougths, prayers and love are with you. You are such all wonderful!!!God bless you all.

ben zadrozny | 2:24 p.m. July 10, 2009

john i pray for you and crying when my mom told me the news,get well ate carey and to all of you we love you.

neneth dela cruz and family | 7:36 p.m. July 10, 2009

ate carol/kuya rey....We are really sad of what happened...but one thing for sure GOD always be with you....your family will be always in our thoughts and prayers....BE STRONG

janeth villanueva | 12:27 a.m. July 11, 2009

ate carol, and family, be strong.trial comes but then i know that you can overcome everything.john right now is on the side of God, no one else can hurt him. i am praying for all of you.

mona and emman bautista | 12:44 a.m. July 11, 2009

sis carol and bro rey we are all here to support and pray 4 your family. Carey pls fight don't leave us... john we will miss you ask God to give ate carol and each and everyone enough strength to overcome all of this.. te carol i miss u you're like sister 2 me pls be strong i know god has a reason for everything just keep on praying and holding on to GOD. We love you and we are always here for your family....

Bob, Victoria Lovelace &family | 1:52 p.m. July 11, 2009

We are praying that God gives you comfort and peace...You are part of our church family and we love you and are here for you....Much love and prayers.

Bryon & Ilze Schwartz | 7:21 p.m. July 11, 2009

We have been praying for you ever since we heard. We are so sorry for you.

Jessica aEnter name | 8:34 p.m. July 11, 2009

Our prayers is always with this family.They r such a wonderful people and family.May the comfort of God is upon you.God will never leave you coz he loves you so much.Carey we we will keep praying for you.

Nelia & George, Oshawa, Ontario | 9:02 p.m. July 12, 2009

I was deeply saddened to hear Carol, Rey and kids unbelievable tragic news I received from my brother, Mhodel in San Diego @ 5 p.m. eastern time. This family is very close to us. I understand Carol & Rey were both exited to hear from my brother, Mhodel that I’ll be seeing them in San Diego for my upcoming trip to attend wedding in Texas then to San Diego. Their family trip was meant bring the kids to go to Children attractions like Las Vegas, Disneyland, San Diego Zoo, Sea World and any other attractions for kids in Los Angeles and San Diego. Unfortunately, they did not make it because of the tragedy.

Carol and Rey, I want you to know we love you all our hearts go out to you and you family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Rose, Arnold and kids, Edmonton | 9:50 p.m. July 12, 2009

We are deeply saddened to hear this tragic news. We are praying for the Lord's comfort, strength and healing for you, Carol, Rey, and the kids.

Leah Montefalco and Family | 1:34 p.m. July 13, 2009

We are very sad about this tragic incident and we've been praying for the Vibas family, and we will continue to pray for them. May GOD comfort the family and give the family strength to get through their troubles and loss. Carol and Rey be strong, GOD loves you, and we love you too.

Rachel Contenti | 5:32 p.m. July 14, 2009

This is very sad. I did not know Carey and Crystal very well, but i met them at the Koinonia Christian School 2009 Gala. This is very sad. You are all in my prayers.

sis.susan umali | 12:39 a.m. July 16, 2009

Beloved Sis Carol and Bro. Rey, I know and I believe that you have the strenght that comes from the Lord because of His Words and promises and one of those is: HE WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU N0R FORSAKE YOU AND YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY. You're always in our prayer.

Julie Aban and Family | 10:51 p.m. July 21, 2009

We left for a holiday in BC, Canada the same day the Vibas family had the accident. My heart broke to hear abt. what happen. I can still remember the eyes of John Ray looking at me while her mom Carol talks abt the trip to Disneyland. God is always with you no matter what circumstances. We lift you up unto the Lord.

melynie guzman | 8:53 p.m. July 23, 2009

I am very sad about your children

Peter & Karen Vanderwal | 2:01 p.m. July 28, 2009

We were deeply saddened by this tragedy. I had the privilege of teaching Carey in Koinonia. I was blessed by her warm, christian spirit and kindness. We were traveling through the area and visited Carey and Mrs. Vibas in Utah. We're glad they are home now, and will continue to pray and visit Carey.
For the family, please know our prayers are with you!

sharen castillo | 6:19 p.m. July 30, 2009

i am so sad to hear about your lost son

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Utah Highway Patrol

A van lies on its side near I-15 in Millard County after a rollover that killed a 10-year-old boy Wednesday. Seven were injured, including two who were in critical condition.

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