Nicholas, 52, was married to his wife, Jennifer for 14 years. The couple were Messianic Jews. Jennifer described her husband as a “very devout believer.” Friends described Nicholas as someone who was always willing to help others.

Damian, 58, enjoyed his job in the environmental health field. He was previously a health education teacher and is often remembered as a caring and happy man with a good-natured disposition.

Larry, 42, never met a stranger. He loved talking to and meeting new people. He described himself as a free spirit and enjoyed watching horror movies with his boyfriend of three years, Daniel.

Shannon, 45, was an enthusiastic lover of music. Framed concert posters were featured prominently on the walls in his home. Shannon was engaged to his girlfriend, Mandy and they planned to share that news with their families prior to the shooting that took his life.

Aurora, 26, was married to James and together they were raising their nearly two-year-old-son Alexander. Aurora was described as being a devoted mother with an open and loving heart.

Tin, 31, was only 8-years-old when she and her family fled Vietnam for the United States. She graduated from California State Fullerton with a degree in health sciences. Tin and her boyfriend, San, planned to become engaged in 2016 and marry in 2017.

Michael, 37, was a dedicated father to his 6 children and a devoted husband to his wife, Renee. Michael was an active presence in his children's lives. He supported them in their interests and often participated in their sporting events and other activities.

Yvette, 27, worked as an environmental health specialist for the San Bernardino Department of Public Health since 2014. Yvette had three sisters and was described by her family as being highly intelligent and ambitious.

Juan, 50, was married and had one son and one daughter. His family described him as an honest and loyal person. He valued education and always strived to do his best in everything he did.

Sierra, 27, loved her job an as environmental health specialist for San Bernardino County. Sierra was known to be a dedicated friend and employee. She was often described by those who knew her as thoughtful and caring.

Harry, 46, was the father of two daughters. He was an avid hiker and devoted Catholic. “Hal” was a former math and science teacher and instilled the importance of education in his young daughters.

Bennetta, 46, was a devoted wife and mother. She had three children with her husband of nearly 20 years, Arlen. Bennetta fled to the United States when she was 18 to escape Islamic extremism and the persecution of Christians.

Isaac, 60, was known to be incredibly devoted to his wife and three children. He migrated to the United States from Eritrea in 2000 to escape the prevalent violence and to give his family a better life.

Robert, 40, was the devoted husband of Summer and loving father to their daughter, Savannah. He was in the process of planning Savannah’s first trip to Disneyland prior to his death.