In Loving Memory of Alberto Flores (1997–2025)
Durham County, N.C. — The community of Durham is grieving the sudden and heartbreaking loss of 28-year-old Alberto Flores, whose life was tragically taken in a shooting early Sunday morning. Authorities responded to the 6100 block of Guess Road just after 8 a.m., where they discovered Alberto outside a business with fatal gunshot wounds. Despite the swift response of law enforcement, Alberto was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The Durham County Sheriff’s Office has stated that this appears to be an isolated incident, and there is no ongoing threat to the public. The investigation is ongoing, and more details will be released as they become available.
But beyond the headlines and the police reports, there was Alberto — a son, a brother, a loved one, and a friend. His life was so much more than the way it ended.
Alberto was known by those closest to him as someone with a generous spirit and a warm presence. He had a way of making others feel seen and valued, whether they were lifelong friends or someone he had met only briefly. His smile carried brightness, and his personality carried a gentleness that brought comfort to others.
At just 28 years old, Alberto had dreams, plans, and a future he was working toward — a future now held only in memory. His family and friends are left with the pain of a life interrupted far too soon, and the void of his absence will be deeply felt.
Those who knew Alberto describe him as:
- Loyal — someone who stood firmly by those he loved.
- Kind-hearted — always offering help, understanding, or a listening ear.
- Hardworking — determined to build a stable life and create something better for himself and his family.
- Full of life — with laughter and good energy that made spaces feel lighter.
As loved ones gather to mourn, they also gather to remember:
- the moments he made them laugh,
- the conversations that showed his heart,
- and the small everyday memories that now mean everything.
His family deeply appreciates the prayers, messages, and support they’ve received, and they ask for continued privacy as they process this immense and unexpected loss. Plans for a memorial or celebration of life will be shared at a later time.
In the days ahead, the community is encouraged to keep Alberto’s memory close — to speak his name, to share his story, and to honor the life he lived. Though he is gone far too soon, his presence, love, and impact remain.
