Some of the victims of the mass shooting at a country music festival in Las Vegas have been identified.

At least 59 people were killed and more than 500 injured when gunman Stephen Paddock, 64, opened fire from the 32nd floor of the Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino.

:: Sonny Melton, 29, Tennessee

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Mr Melton was a registered nurse at Henry County Medical Centre in Paris, Tennessee.

His wife, Heather Melton, is an orthopaedic surgeon at the hospital and survived the shooting.


She told WZTV in Nashville that her husband "saved my life and lost his" as they tried to escape the bullets.

"I want everyone to know what a kind loving man he was, but at this point I can barely breathe," she told USA Today.

The couple married in June last year, according to the wedding website The Knot.

Their wedding page reads: "We have shared amazing times together and nearly unbearable heartaches but through it all we have grown stronger in our love for each other and our families."

:: Kurt Von Tillow, 55, California

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Described as a "wonderful father, husband and friend", Kurt Von Tillow was married to Mary Jo and had two children.

Steve Marchi described him as a "dear friend who lit up the room with his famous belly laugh".

He wrote on Facebook: "Kurt was the type of person who would do anything for his family and friends. If Kurt was in your foursome, at your dinner table, or in the bar with you, you knew you were in for a good time."

Another Facebook post showed crowds arriving at a local golf course to lay flowers in his memory.

Marc Baca paid tribute to his "tremendous friendship" and said: "From now, on every time I see a Bud Light, how can I not think of Kurt."

:: Chris Roybal, California

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Christopher Roybal's last Facebook post had discussed what it was like to be shot at.

The military veteran had come under fire on duty, and wrote that it was a "nightmare no amount of drugs, no amount of therapy and no amount of drunk talks with your war veteran buddies will ever be able to escape".

In the post on 19 July, he had written: "The anger stays, long after your friends have died, the lives you've taken are buried and your boots are placed neatly in a box in some storage unit."

Nearly 700 people have commented on the post. A crowdfunding page for Mr Roybal's family has raised more than $21,000 (£15,800).

Mr Roybal's mother, Debbie Allen, said: "Today is the saddest day of my life.

"My heart is broken in a billion pieces. For anyone who knew the relationship we shared, you then know we were best friends," she wrote. "I will forever miss my Munchkin."

:: Jack Beaton, California

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Jack Beaton - a "loving husband, respectful father, loyal brother, beloved son" - died while shielding his wife from the gunfire.

His father-in-law Jerry Cook told Bakersfield Now: "He put Laurie on the ground and covered her with his body and he got shot I don't know how many times.

"He told her he loved her. Laurie could tell he was slipping. She told him she loved him and she would see him in heaven."

His son Jake wrote on Facebook: "Lost my best friend. I love you so much more then you could ever imagine. Please watch over our family. You will forever be remembered as our hero! #atruehero."

:: Michael Anderson, 23, Las Vegas

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Michael Anderson's partner Bianca Acosta confirmed the 23-year-old had died.

On Facebook, she wrote that she didn't "know how to go on without him".

Ms Acosta added: "I have been crazy in love with this man since I was fifteen. I never felt so much love and adoration. He was everything a woman could want and need in a man."

The couple had a son together, and Ms Acosta posted photographs of the two on Facebook, adding: "I look into my son's eyes and I see his father."

She wrote: "Our worlds have changed completely. Our daily routines, first thing morning kisses and late night cuddles when the kids are off to sleep will live in my soul for the rest of my life."

:: Hannah Ahlers, 34, California

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The mother-of-three had come to Las Vegas for the festival with her husband, Brian, and three other couples.

The Ahlers had three children, aged three, 11 and 14, and her father-in-law, Dave Ahlers, described her as a "loving, caring and devoted mother" who ferried her youngsters to football practice and school events.

"She could have lit the world up with her smile," he said.

Sandy Pearson wrote on Facebook: "I find comfort in knowing you are in heaven, in perfect peace. Praying for your family and all those you left behind."

After hearing Hannah Ahlers had died, James Anderson wrote: "I'm so sorry to my friend Brian and their kids to have to go through this. I just can't believe it. This is horrible."

:: Carrie Barnette, 34, California

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Ms Barnette had worked in the culinary team at the Disney California Adventure Park in Anaheim for 10 years.

Walt Disney chairman and chief executive Robert Iger said she was "beloved by her friends and colleagues".

Her brother Jimmy Drake paid tribute to her on Facebook, saying: "RIP. To a sister you are loved and missed dearly. I can not believe the news you are truly a shining star.

"You had the biggest heart and the kindest woman I have ever had the pleasure to know."

Megan Whitmore wrote: "No words can express the hurt that I have right now! Your smile would light up a room, your words would dry my tears, your laugh would make me smile! You're 'one in a million'."

:: Sandy Casey, 35, California

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Teacher Sandy Casey, who lived in Redondo Beach, California, was engaged to be married and loved country music, yoga and football.

The 35-year-old was at the concert with her fiance Christopher Willemse, who was not injured.

He wrote on Facebook afterwards: "As I sit and mourn such a beautiful life gone too fast, all I can say is look up and watch the birds fly high and free today as that's where I feel you smiling down upon all of us. I love you baby girl! Love you to pieces!"

He later added: "The love and support that she and I have received during these trying times just shows how important this wonderful woman truly was. She lived life to the fullest and made me the happiest man in the world."

:: Denise Burditus, 50, West Virginia

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Denise Burditus, of Martinsburg, West Virginia, was at the concert with her husband Tony, and posted a picture of the pair of them on Twitter before the shooting.

Friends said the 50-year-old mother and grandmother died in his arms.

He posted a photo of them kissing on Facebook, to which a friend responded: "Cherish the memories Tony because the pictures you all have shared speak volumes to the love you had."

:: Jordan McIldoon, 23, British Columbia, Canada

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Mr McIldoon was with his girlfriend at the country music festival when he was shot and killed.

His parents, Al and Angela McIldoon, said the couple were set to return from Las Vegas on Monday night.

They told CBC News: "We only had one child. We just don't know what to do."

Mr McIldoon was a heavy-duty mechanic apprentice and was about to start trade school in the Okanagan region of British Columbia.

:: Jenny Parks, California

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Mother-of-two and nursery teacher Jenny Parks, from California, was planning to throw her husband and childhood sweetheart Bobby a 40th birthday party next week, friend Jessica Maddin said.

He was shot in the arm and hand and survived the massacre.

"It breaks my heart," she said. "People go to concerts to have a good time, connect with others and escape the tragedies of this world."

A friend described Jenny as "a wife, mother, sister, daughter, friend, teacher and so much more".

"She touched many lives. Her life was cut far too short."

:: Quinton Robbins, 20, Nevada

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Mr Robbins was a student at the University of Nevada in Las Vegas. According to Newsweek, he worked in local government.

He lived in Henderson, southeast of downtown Las Vegas.

His aunt, Kilee Wells Sanders, wrote on Facebook: "He was the most kind and loving soul. Everyone who met him loved him. His contagious laugh and smile. He was truly an amazing person.

"He will be missed by so many, he is loved by so many. So many awesome talents. I can't say enough good about this sweet soul.

"Quinton Robbins, I and your entire family will miss you so much everyday. Always will be thinking about you."

:: Rachael Parker, 33, California

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Rachael Parker, a records technician for Manhattan Beach Police Department, was shot during the attack and later died in hospital.

She was among four off-duty members of staff who attended the Route 91 Harvest Festival on Sunday night.

The force said the 33-year-old had been with the department for 10 years and "will be greatly missed".

:: Angela Gomez, 20, California

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Angela Gomez, 20, was a "fun-loving young lady with a great sense of humour" who loved the stage, said Riverside Polytechnic High School in California.

"Angie was a loyal friend who loved her family and will be forever missed by all who knew her."

The former high school cheerleader graduated from the school in 2015.

:: Adrian Murfitt, 35, Alaska

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Commercial fisherman Adrian Murfitt, of Anchorage, Alaska, was in Las Vegas celebrating a successful fishing season with friends, his sister said.

Shannon Gothard said the family heard from one of the 35-year-old's friends, who was with him when he died.

She described her brother as a man with a hearty laugh and a former competitive hockey player who still dabbled in the game.

Friend Darren Aspelund wrote on Facebook: "Adrian was always happy, it did not matter what type of situation he was in always ready to tell a joke and salute a beer with you."

:: Jessica Klymchuk, 28, Canada

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Mother-of-four Jessica Klymchuk was at the concert with "the love of her life", her fiance Brent Irla.

The 28-year-old, from Alberta, Canada, was an educational assistant, librarian and bus driver for St Stephen's School.

Friend Noelle Marie said she was "an amazing mother who worked to provide her children with as best a life as she could".

Her fiance posted an image of the two of them on Facebook last month, saying: "You and me together is my favourite place to be."

:: Victor Link, 55, California

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Victor Link, of Bakersfield, California, was a "good friend" and "wonderful neighbour".

Dariyenn Link posted an image of the 55-year-old on Facebook and wrote: "This is Uncle Victor, we are deeply devastated by the gaping hole left in our family and in our hearts."

One response by Cody Rothlisberger read: "I want to say sorry for your loss... I know you don't know me... But I was the initial person to start CPR on him... We moved him away from the wall and into cover where we could try to bring him back.

"Once we got him back, we carried him to the med tent... I'm so sorry I can't express my feelings in words..."

:: Susan Smith, 53, California

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Mother-of-two Susan Smith, 53, of Simi Valley, California, had worked for the local school district since 2001 as the office manager at Vista Elementary School.

Jake Finch, the public information officer for the district, said the 53-year-old's love for country music was well-known.

"Susan was wonderful with the kids and the staff and was an integral part of the school community here," he said.

"She was the hub of everything that happened at the school. If a kid is sick, she's the one calling the parents and no matter how chaotic things got here, she was always smiling."

:: Neysa Tonks, 45, Las Vegas

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Mother-of-three Neysa Tonks lived in Las Vegas and sold software for Technologent.

"Neysa brought joy, happiness, fun and laughter to so many of us," said the firm.

"What a vibrant light she was to everyone around her. So authentic, fun, and full of joy. Taken far too soon," wrote Kaylin and Steve Voss.

Friend Brad Brown added: "18 years of great memories and friendship. What a tragic loss. I am so sorry. There are no words for this senseless act."

:: Bailey Schweitzer, 20, California

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Friends and family of Bailey Schweitzer, from Bakersfield, north of Los Angeles, described the news of her death as "heartbreaking".

Her relative Lynn Shaver wrote on Facebook: "She was a light that walked into a room, her silliness that made you laugh, such full of life , kindness to all who her crossed her path. The love she had for her family was above and beyond.

"Sweet Bailey, you we will all miss you dearly."

The 20-year-old helped run her family's business, Bakersfield Speedway, and also worked for Infinity Communications.

Colleagues held a candlelit vigil in her memory. One wrote on Facebook: "We love you Bailey and our work will never be the same!"

:: Lisa Romero, 48, New Mexico

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Lisa Romero was a high school secretary from Gallup, New Mexico.

The 48-year-old was an "incredible loving and sincere friend, mentor and advocate for students", said Mike Hyatt, a Gallup-McKinley County public schools official.

Her cousin Ashley described her a "happy-go-lucky person" and told the Huffington Post: "She loved her kids and husband.

"For this to happen so senselessly. It's a heartbreaking day for us all."