The Colorado Springs community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of 8-year-old Toretto Corado and 11-year-old MaKenlee Corado, whose lives were tragically taken in the devastating Highway 83 crash. Family, friends, and neighbors are coming together to grieve, remember, and honor the joyful spirits of these young children.
The crash occurred Monday afternoon, when a stolen Toyota hatchback lost control, ultimately colliding with the Corado family’s Ford sedan. The impact claimed multiple lives instantly and left two additional children fighting for survival. What began as a quiet, ordinary day turned into an unimaginable tragedy—one that has shattered a close and loving family.
Toretto, only eight years old, was full of joy, curiosity, and the kind of energy that brightened every room he entered. His laughter was unforgettable, and his heart was pure kindness. MaKenlee, just eleven, was known for her compassion, her creativity, and her sweet nature. She carried a light within her—one that radiated warmth to everyone who knew her. Together, they were inseparable, bonded by sibling love, shared adventures, and the simple happiness of childhood.
Their absence is felt deeply by their family, especially their grandmother, who is now working tirelessly to support funeral arrangements for the children lost and medical care for those still fighting to recover. Two GoFundMe pages have been established to help the Corado family through this unimaginable time of grief, healing, and financial burden.
As investigators continue to piece together the events of that tragic afternoon, the community stands united in heartbreak, prayer, and support. Toretto and MaKenlee leave behind a legacy of love, innocence, and the precious memories that will forever live in the hearts of those who loved them most.
May their beautiful souls rest gently in eternal peace.
