Carl Flores

Carl (nicknamed “Carlo” by his family) and his twin brother “Charles” were born on March 28,1970 in Key West, FL. The twins were the youngest of 5 boys. Sadly, Carl’s twin brother
preceded him in death as an infant. At an early age, Carl appeared ahead of his years. Many in
the family recall his ability to read the newspaper at age 3. During these developmental years,
he loved watching “Sesame Street” and “The Electric Company” on television – shedding
additional insight into Carl’s advanced aptitude. While spending a year in Warren, MI with his
aunts, Carl’s IQ was tested, and he was able to bypass kindergarten and go directly to first
grade. So began Carl’s years as the ‘brainy’ one of the youngest of the Flores brothers.
In high school, Carl’s above-average intelligence was again acknowledged, as he was accepted
into the Science and Technology program at Oxon Hill High School in Maryland. Not only was
his intelligence challenged through this program, his passion for music advanced with his
participation as a percussionist with the school’s symphonic band. During these years Carl was
also active in the local Filipino community, participating in Filipino folk dancing and Broadway
review shows.
After applying to multiple universities and spending a summer at a program sponsored by
United States Naval Academy (USNA) in Annapolis, MD, Carl was 1 of 1200 accepted (out of
5000 applicants) into the Naval Academy freshman class of 1987. While at the Academy, he
joined the Glee Club, which toured all around the world. Following graduation from the Naval Academy, Carl was stationed at Long Beach, CA, from 1992 to 1994, and then later stationed in Coronado, CA from 1994 to 1996. Carl completed his commitment to the Navy, deciding to stay in the San Diego area, serving as a system analyst at several Navy technology contractor companies. Before leaving the Navy though, Carl began attending College Avenue Baptist Church. He was an active member, involved in many different areas of service (Deacon, a member of Sunday Morning Worship Team, Gospel Choir and various other behind-the-scenes roles, faithfully serving the congregation.
In addition to his church service, Carl loved live performance and singing jazz standards,
enjoying an active calendar with the swing dance community both locally and nationally. He
was a sought-after DJ and dance partner, chairing a number of regional and national events.
Carl was a loyal friend, a willing helper, a strong hugger, a deep laugher. He was kind, caring,
loveable, authentic, a good listener and a gentleman’s gentleman. He touched the lives of
everyone he met. He was most of all, a faithful brother in Christ whose life exemplified the
pursuit of the Greatest Commandment:
“Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and
with all your strength” Mark 12:30
He will be deeply missed.
Carl is survived by his father, Manuel and his wife, Estelita; his mother, Leticia; and his 3
brothers and their families: Ron, his wife, Gigi, their children: Miguel and Ysabel; Mark, his wife
Claire, their children: Conrad, Gabrielle, Mercedez; and Kieth, his wife Sally, his children: Nicole,
Liana and Melody.