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Hours After Hosting Community Event, Maryland Mom Killed In Crash That Left Family Heartbroken Hours After Hosting Community Event, Maryland Mom Killed In Crash That Left Family Heartbroken
Hours After Hosting Community Event, Maryland Mom Killed In Crash That Left Family Heartbroken She had just spent the evening bringing people together. Hours later, a Maryland mother was dead after a single-vehicle crash in Prince George's County, leaving behind grieving loved ones who say her children were "her entire world." The crash happened at approximately 12:50 a.m. on Sunday, June 28, along northbound Woodyard Road near Pine View Lane in Clinton. Prince George's County Police later identified the victim as 32-year-old Janae Mathis, of Clinton. According to investigators, Mathis was driving north on Woodyard Road when, for reasons still under investigation, she appeared …
CEO Mom, Infant Daughter Found Dead At Home In Birdsboro Home: Obituary CEO Mom, Infant Daughter Found Dead At Home In Birdsboro Home: Obituary
CEO Mom, Infant Daughter Found Dead At Home In Birdsboro Home: Obituary A CEO mother and her infant daughter died in what has been described as a tragic series of events at their home in Pennsylvania, according to their obituary. Catherine “Cat” Howard, 34, and her 5-month-old daughter, Chloe Crecco, died on Monday, March 30 at their home in Birdsboro, as detailed in an obituary published by McCrery & Harra Funeral Homes. Howard was a devoted mother, wife, and nonprofit founder who built a life centered on helping others, her obituary states. She founded and was the CEO of the Foundation of Education Art God Love Enrichment Service (E.A.G.L.E.S.) after volu…
Milton Mom Of 3 Dies After Rare Cancer Fight, Remembered As ‘Profound Blessing To All’ Milton Mom Of 3 Dies After Rare Cancer Fight, Remembered As ‘Profound Blessing To All’
Milton Mom Of 3 Dies After Rare Cancer Fight, Remembered As ‘Profound Blessing To All’ A young mother who made everyone feel “so special, so seen, and so deeply loved” is being remembered across her community as support pours in for her family after her death. Lara Roche, 39, of Milton and formerly of Stoneham, died on Easter Sunday, surrounded by her loving family and close friends, after battling a rare cancer. She leaves behind her husband, Kenneth Roche, and their three children, Paige, 9, Caroline, 7, and Luke, 4. In the wake of her death, the community has come together to support them. Loved ones have created a GoFundMe to help the family as they face life without he…
Services Set For Mom Of 2 Killed In Ellenville Services Set For Mom Of 2 Killed In Ellenville
Services Set For Mom Of 2 Killed In Ellenville Services have been set for a 29-year-old mother of two killed in a homicide in Ulster County. New York State Police have not yet announced a suspect in the death of Nicole Izabella Perez, 29, of Ellenville, on March 31. Perez leaves behind two young daughters, Novalee and Raelynn. Her obituary on the Brooks Funeral Home website they were the "light of her life." Her obituary says she was also close with her siblings, Kayla, Jenna, and Alannah, and also leaves behind the father of her children, James Bunora. A memorial visitation will be held on April 7 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. …
Ledyard Mom Dies Suddenly Days After Giving Birth To Daughter: 'Heartbreaking Loss' Ledyard Mom Dies Suddenly Days After Giving Birth To Daughter: 'Heartbreaking Loss'
Ledyard Mom Dies Suddenly Days After Giving Birth To Daughter: 'Heartbreaking Loss' A 34-year-old Connecticut mother of two has died just days after giving birth to her second child, her family said. She is being remembered for her compassion, kindness, and strength. Amanda Riley, of Ledyard, died on Feb. 17 at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital in New London after suffering a heart attack and seizure three days after giving birth to her daughter, Tess. She leaves behind her husband, Patrick, and their 10-year-old son, Charlie, her family said. Her father-in-law created a GoFundMe to help cover her funeral expenses and support Patrick as he navigates life as a suddenly single fa…
Newark Woman Fatally Stabbed Leaves Behind 5-Year-Old Son Newark Woman Fatally Stabbed Leaves Behind 5-Year-Old Son
Newark Woman Fatally Stabbed Leaves Behind 5-Year-Old Son Shyel Mosely-Benton was fatally stabbed on Sunday, Nov. 2 in East Orange following an altercation outside a lounge in Newark, authorities said. A fundraiser has been launched to support her family in the wake of her death. "If you've ever been blessed to know Shyel in any capacity you know that she brings light into any room she steps in," Kanyce Terry said.  "Her life was precious , her soul was beautiful and her presence brightened up any room she was in." Mosely-Benton worked hard everyday to make life easier for her five-year-old son, according to the fundraiser. Sabia …
Tenafly's Cardi B Pregnant With NFL Star's Baby Tenafly's Cardi B Pregnant With NFL Star's Baby
Tenafly's Cardi B Pregnant With NFL Star's Baby Cardi B had double the news for fans this week: a new tour — and a new baby on the way. The Grammy-winning rapper, who lives in Tenafly, NJ, revealed Wednesday, Sept. 17, on CBS Mornings with Gayle King that she is expecting her fourth child with boyfriend and New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs, a Gaithersburg, MD native.  She said the baby is due before her first arena tour, “Little Miss Drama,” which kicks off in February. The announcement came just one day after Cardi B rolled out tour dates. This isn’t Cardi’s first high-profile pregnancy reveal. In August 2024, …
Iris Fultz, 51, York Mom Known For Her Fierce Wit, Dies After Cancer Battle Iris Fultz, 51, York Mom Known For Her Fierce Wit, Dies After Cancer Battle
Iris Fultz, 51, York Mom Known For Her Fierce Wit, Dies After Cancer Battle Iris Marie Fultz, a bold and loving mother of two from York, died Saturday, July 5, after a yearlong battle with lung cancer. She was 51. Fultz (née Heilman) was surrounded by family at the time of her death, according to her obituary published by John W. Keffer Funeral Homes and Crematory, Inc. Known for her “sharp tongue,” “quick wit,” and zero tolerance for nonsense, Iris was deeply cherished by her family, despite what she’d say about them “probably annoying her at one time or another.” Born May 31, 1974, in Lebanon to Vincent and Jane Heilman, Iris was the fourth of six siblings …
Sonia Castro, NJ Mom Who Endured Tragedy With Grace, Dies Sonia Castro, NJ Mom Who Endured Tragedy With Grace, Dies
Sonia Castro, NJ Mom Who Endured Tragedy With Grace, Dies Sonia Castro, a North Jersey mother and grandmother who spent her life putting family first while battling a rare genetic condition, died on Thursday, June 26, her family said.  Her death comes just six months after she lost her own mother to cancer, and nearly 12 years after the heartbreaking loss of her daughter, Kiara, in 2013, according to a GoFundMe campaign organized by her family. “Sonia’s life was a powerful testament to strength and unwavering love,” writes Aida Castro, who launched the campaign to support Sonia’s surviving children and grandchildren. She was the proud mother…
Maryland Basketball Captain, Brick Bodies CEO Vicki Brick Dies After Cancer Battle Maryland Basketball Captain, Brick Bodies CEO Vicki Brick Dies After Cancer Battle
Maryland Basketball Captain, Brick Bodies CEO Vicki Brick Dies After Cancer Battle Vicki Brick-Zupancic — a Maryland basketball captain, CEO, devoted mom, and inspirational cancer warrior — has died at 43 after battling for several years. The CEO of Brick Bodies Gym, the Baltimore-based fitness brand founded by her parents, Victor and Lynne, Brick is being remembered fondly for her love of life and as an inspiration after her brave fight with cancer. Vicki was a true fighter—a legend in every sense of the word. Her generosity, courage, strength, and fierce love for... Posted by Jamie Meehan on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 She was described as "a loving mother, wife, …
Freak Sledding Accident Kills Young Mother In Virginia Freak Sledding Accident Kills Young Mother In Virginia
Freak Sledding Accident Kills Young Mother In Virginia A fun day in the snow turned into tragedy for a young Virginia family when a 26-year-old mother was killed in a freak sledding accident, leaving behind her husband and infant daughter, just as they were set to begin a new life, loved ones said. Madelyn Nancy Lowe-Perdue, 26, of Chesapeake, suffered severe injuries in the accident on Thursday, Feb. 20, and was rushed to the hospital, where she later died, according to a GoFundMe campaign organized to support her family. "As many have heard or seen by now, there was a sledding accident," they said. "Many of our loved ones were hurt or in…
Flu Complications Kill Lansdowne Mom Whose Life Was As Unexpected As Her Death Flu Complications Kill Lansdowne Mom Whose Life Was As Unexpected As Her Death
Flu Complications Kill Lansdowne Mom Whose Life Was As Unexpected As Her Death The death of Northern Virginia's Morgan Schmidt Parker, a mother of two, has left "a giant hole in our family that can never be filled," her family said. Parker passed away in late January in Landsdowne after suffering complications of the flu following a 38-year life that was as unexpected as her death. Born in June 1986 in Prince George's County, Parker weighed less than 3 pounds, and "wasn’t expected to make it. However, as a baby, she fought hard and proved the doctors wrong," according to her obituary. Parker leaves behind her husband, two sons, and a devastated family. The …
Suspect, Victim ID'd After Bensalem Hotel Homicide, NJ Standoff Suspect, Victim ID'd After Bensalem Hotel Homicide, NJ Standoff
Suspect, Victim ID'd After Bensalem Hotel Homicide, NJ Standoff The community is reeling after the tragic loss of Maisha Koon, who was fatally shot at the Sleep Inn in Bensalem on Jan. 15. Her death has left her family, friends, and neighbors heartbroken, especially as she leaves behind her beloved child, whom she fiercely protected and cherished. Tributes have poured in, remembering her as a devoted mother, a supportive friend, and a vibrant soul who always radiated love. A Mother’s Love One friend recalled Maisha’s unwavering dedication to her children, saying, “She didn’t play about her kids. She always put what’s best for them ahead of herself, …
New Mom Emily Legg Of Pompton Lakes Dies, 26, Leaving Behind 10-Month-Old Boy New Mom Emily Legg Of Pompton Lakes Dies, 26, Leaving Behind 10-Month-Old Boy
New Mom Emily Legg Of Pompton Lakes Dies, 26, Leaving Behind 10-Month-Old Boy Emily Ann Patricia Legg of Pompton Lakes died on Saturday, Jan. 4, leaving behind a 10-month-old boy. She was 26 years old. A GoFundMe launched for Emily's family by Alexis Gryszkin had raised more than $14,000 as of press time. "Emily was an energetic, vibrant, loving, full of life mother who poured her heart and soul into caring for Bryson," the campaign reads. "Her unexpected passing has created a profound emotional and financial burden for her family." Emily's obituary on the Scanlan Funeral Home website says she earned her associate's degree in 2020 and subsequently had…
Merrick Native Lindsay Lohan Reacts To Vikings Players Doing Her Iconic 'Parent Trap' Handshake Merrick Native Lindsay Lohan Reacts To Vikings Players Doing Her Iconic 'Parent Trap' Handshake
Merrick Native Lindsay Lohan Reacts To Vikings Players Doing Her Iconic 'Parent Trap' Handshake Lindsay Lohan has officially weighed in on a viral NFL moment that paid homage to one of her most popular movies. Appearing on NBC’s “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” the 38-year-old actress reacted to Minnesota Vikings players Camryn Bynum and Josh Metellus performing the iconic handshake from her 1998 hit, “The Parent Trap.” The footballers acted out the intricate moves – a secret handshake between Lohan’s character Annie and her butler – after intercepting a pass from Aaron Rodgers against the New York Jets on Sunday, Oct. 6. “They did your handshake from ‘The Parent Trap,’” Fa…
Bloomfield Mom Killed In Suspected DUI Crash Had Announced She Was Pregnant With Second Child Bloomfield Mom Killed In Suspected DUI Crash Had Announced She Was Pregnant With Second Child
Bloomfield Mom Killed In Suspected DUI Crash Had Announced She Was Pregnant With Second Child A 26-year-old Connecticut mother killed last week by a suspected intoxicated driver is being remembered for her sense of humor, her faith, and compassion for her friends and family.  Jada "Jay" Marie Upshaw was killed in a chain-reaction crash on I-91 in Rocky Hill in Hartford County around 8:45 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4, Connecticut Police said.  Original Report: Jada Upshaw Killed In Multi-Car Crash In Rocky Hill Jay leaves behind a young daughter, and, according to a Facebook post she made last month, the Bloomfield native was pregnant with her second child — a baby boy du…
Meet Stassi Schroeder, 'Vanderpump Rules' Star In Ridgewood Meet Stassi Schroeder, 'Vanderpump Rules' Star In Ridgewood
Meet Stassi Schroeder, 'Vanderpump Rules' Star In Ridgewood Stassi Schroeder, who appeared for eight years on "Vanderpump Rules" wants to teach you how to act like a basic bitch. Schroeder will be signing copies of her new book, "You Can't Have It All: The Basic Bitch Guide to Taking the Pressure Off" at Bookends in Ridgewood on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at 6 p.m. The book is a candid guide to rethinking the girl boss life, taking the pressure off and lessons Schroeder learned since becoming a mother of two, according to a synopsis. Schroeder wrote the book after relaunching her career after leaving the hit Bravo reality TV show. This is Schroeder's thi…
Mom Killed In Hatboro Crash Was Medical Technician, 31 Mom Killed In Hatboro Crash Was Medical Technician, 31
Mom Killed In Hatboro Crash Was Medical Technician, 31 The 31-year-old victim of a three-car crash in Hatboro was pursuing her bachelor's degree in nursing, according to an obituary published by Campbell and Thomas Funeral Home. "She not only was my best friend she was also a mother to a 4-year-old baby girl who now has to continue her life without her mommy," said a GoFundMe organized by Kaylee Graham of Northampton Township. "Gabrielle’s journey through life was marked by her compassion, humor, and unwavering loyalty to those she loved," her obituary said. Gabrielle followed her passion for caring for others by becoming a CNA/Medical Te…
Mercer County Sheriff's Detective Jessica Cardona Dies, 46 Mercer County Sheriff's Detective Jessica Cardona Dies, 46
Mercer County Sheriff's Detective Jessica Cardona Dies, 46 Jessica Cardona, a mother and internal affairs detective with the Mercer County Sheriff's Department, died on Dec. 9, 2023.  She was 46 years old. The Burlington mother leaves behind her husband Kenneth Cardona; sons Dazani DeLeon, Jerel DeLeon and wife Angela, and Devian DeLeon. She was born to Santos and Carmen Hernandez in Puerto Rico, her obituary says. A GoFundMe for Cardona's family says she worked as a detective in the MCPO's internal affairs unit for 21 years and cherished her role as a mother. Click here for Jessica's complete obituary.
'Beautiful Soul Inside, Out': Springfield Mom Of 3 ID'd As Woman Killed In Longmeadow Crash 'Beautiful Soul Inside, Out': Springfield Mom Of 3 ID'd As Woman Killed In Longmeadow Crash
'Beautiful Soul Inside, Out': Springfield Mom Of 3 ID'd As Woman Killed In Longmeadow Crash The Springfield woman killed earlier this month when she was thrown from her car on I-91 in Hampden County before being hit by an oncoming vehicle has been identified as a mother of three young children.  Jemyliana Vargas, 21, was a passenger in a 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit that crashed into the back of a 2019 Dodge Ram truck just before 3 a.m. on May 7 in Longmeadow just past the Enfield, Connecticut, border, Massachusetts State Police said.  The impact ejected Vargas onto the northbound lane, where she was struck by at least one oncoming vehicle, officials said.  The Volkswagen driver — a 29…
Woman, Age 36, Killed In Crash While Pulling Into Son's Youth Baseball Game In Hudson Valley Woman, Age 36, Killed In Crash While Pulling Into Son's Youth Baseball Game In Hudson Valley
Woman, Age 36, Killed In Crash While Pulling Into Son's Youth Baseball Game In Hudson Valley A woman died after a crash that happened while she was pulling into a parking lot at her son's youth baseball game in the Hudson Valley. Putnam County resident Kaylyn Anna Touhey, of Carmel, was killed on Tuesday, May 16 at the age of 36 when she was rear-ended and pushed into oncoming traffic while pulling into her son Benjamin's baseball game in the hamlet of Milton in Ulster County just before 5:40 p.m.  According to Marlborough Police, a black Nissan driven by a 42-year-old Dutchess County woman from Hopewell Junction had been traveling north on Route 9W when she collided with a wh…
Devoted South Jersey Mom Of 2 Jennifer Jones Dies At 39 Devoted South Jersey Mom Of 2 Jennifer Jones Dies At 39
Devoted South Jersey Mom Of 2 Jennifer Jones Dies At 39 Beloved South Jersey native and mother of two Jennifer Lynn (Gandy) Jones died at Inspira Hospital on Wednesday, May 3 aged 39. Born in Atlantic City, Jennifer grew up in Sea Isle City, settling in Vineland in 2005, her obituary says. Jennifer graduated from Sea Isle Elementary school in 1997 before earning her GED in 2000. She was then trained as both a home health aide and phlebotomist and had received several computer certifications, according to her memorial. Jennifer held various positions throughout the healthcare industry, most recently in the customer service department at My Cellp…
Morris County Native, Devoted Mom ‘Found And Created Beauty Everywhere She Went,’ 39 Morris County Native, Devoted Mom ‘Found And Created Beauty Everywhere She Went,’ 39
Morris County Native, Devoted Mom ‘Found And Created Beauty Everywhere She Went,’ 39 Beloved Morris County native and devoted mother of two Kristen Anna Strong White died on Saturday, Dec. 24 aged 39. Kristen lived in Rochester, NY, at the time of her passing, but “always carried a torch for Mendham, NJ, her childhood home,” her obituary says. Kristen was an artist and teacher with degrees from both Syracuse and St. John Fisher. She was known for her adventurous spirit and creative soul that was always seeking new friendships and connections. Kristen also loved traveling and seeing the outdoors — her favorite place to visit was the Elm Lodge on Canandaigua Lake, “the site…
Lafayette University Graduate, Dedicated Morris County Mom Of 2 Dies At Age 38 Lafayette University Graduate, Dedicated Morris County Mom Of 2 Dies At Age 38
Lafayette University Graduate, Dedicated Morris County Mom Of 2 Dies At Age 38 Lafayette University graduate and dedicated Morris County mother of two Kathryn E. Fenstermaker died on Thursday, Aug. 25 after battling a long illness. She was 38. Born in Summit, Kathryn grew up in Morristown and graduated from both the Peck and Morristown Beard Schools, her obituary says. Kathryn went on to attend Lafayette University, where she earned her business degree before moving back to Mendham, according to her memorial. Kathryn loved the New Jersey Devils and her devoted dogs, Bubba and Baylor. Above all, she embraced her role as a dedicated mother to her children, Colby and …
Warren County Landscaper, Devoted Mom Dies Suddenly, 36 Warren County Landscaper, Devoted Mom Dies Suddenly, 36
Warren County Landscaper, Devoted Mom Dies Suddenly, 36 Warren County landscaper and devoted mom Rachel Ann Glester died unexpectedly at her home on Saturday, August 13. She was 36. Born in Phillipsburg, Rachel worked as a landscaper at ACF Landscape in Washington, her obituary says. Rachel was passionate about spending time in nature and loved outdoor activities like hiking, camping, fishing, and walking her dogs, her memorial says. Above all, Rachel embraced her role as a devoted mother to her son, Brandon, and daughter, Grace Brobst. She is also predeceased by a daughter, Connie Rose. In addition to Brandon and Grace, Rachel leaves behind …
Dean’s List Nursing Student, Devoted NJ Mom And Business Owner Dies One Day After 25th Birthday Dean’s List Nursing Student, Devoted NJ Mom And Business Owner Dies One Day After 25th Birthday
Dean’s List Nursing Student, Devoted NJ Mom And Business Owner Dies One Day After 25th Birthday Dean’s List nursing student, devoted New Jersey mother and business owner Ashley Marie Holloway died unexpectedly on Monday, July 25 — just one day after her 25th birthday. Born in Trenton, Ashley graduated from Lawrence High School, her obituary says. Ashley went on to attend the Culinary Art Institute of Philadelphia, and had worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for several years, her memorial says. Ashley had also made the Dean’s List at the Lincoln Technical Institute, where she was continuing her nursing studies. Meanwhile, she was the co-owner of Twin Tasties, LLC catering busine…
Morris County Native, Devoted Mom Of 2 Dies Suddenly At Age 29 Morris County Native, Devoted Mom Of 2 Dies Suddenly At Age 29
Morris County Native, Devoted Mom Of 2 Dies Suddenly At Age 29 Morris County native and devoted mother of two young children Ashley Benway died unexpectedly on Friday, April 22. She was 29. Born in Morristown, Ashley grew up in Madison, where she graduated from high school in 2012, her obituary says. Ashley had worked as a cashier at ShopRite in Chatham for four years, according to her memorial. Ashley was known for embracing her role as a caring and devoted mother to her two young children, Damon Grosse and Davina Grosse. In addition to her children, Ashley leaves behind her loving mother, Sharon Benway; her brothers, Justin Benway and his wife Ama…
Toms River Nurse, Beloved Mom Shaina Ashley Dies At Age 41 Toms River Nurse, Beloved Mom Shaina Ashley Dies At Age 41
Toms River Nurse, Beloved Mom Shaina Ashley Dies At Age 41 Toms River nurse and beloved mom Shaina M. Ashley died at home on Tuesday, Jan. 18. She was 41. Born in Lakewood, Ashley grew up and lived in Toms River at the time of her death, her obituary says. Ashley graduated from Toms River North High School before attending Ocean County Vocational Technical School and Ocean County College, where she studied to become a Licensed Practical Nurse, her obituary and social media pages say. Ashley was passionate about motherhood and the arts, and she was an active member of her sons’ soccer team and Boy Scout troop. “She loved arts and crafts, there wa…
Twin Boys Saw Mom's Murder Day Before Philly Baby Shower Shooting Twin Boys Saw Mom's Murder Day Before Philly Baby Shower Shooting
Twin Boys Saw Mom's Murder Day Before Philly Baby Shower Shooting One was expecting a child, another was walking with two of her own. Both were robbed of futures in motherhood when they were shot and killed over the weekend in Philadelphia. State officials are calling for action following the shooting deaths of Sykea Patton, 24, and Jessica Covington, 32. Folks - while our City is sadly set to exceed 500 homicides this November, WE MUST BE OUTRAGED AND COME TOGETHER TO... Posted by Rep. Joanna McClinton on Monday, November 22, 2021 Patton was walking with her 5-year-old twin boys on the 800 block of North Preston Street Friday afternoon, when she wa…
Ocean County Mom Of 4 Aida Sterling, 37, Loses Cancer Battle Days After Emergency C-Section Ocean County Mom Of 4 Aida Sterling, 37, Loses Cancer Battle Days After Emergency C-Section
Ocean County Mom Of 4 Aida Sterling, 37, Loses Cancer Battle Days After Emergency C-Section Ocean County mom of three Aida “Liz” Sterling, 37, lost her battle with cancer less than a week after giving birth to her fourth child via emergency c-section at Jersey Shore University Medical Center. Born in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, Sterling was known as a “beautiful, devoted and caring” mother, according to a GiveSendGo campaign created for the family’s expenses. After being diagnosed with cancer, Sterling refused treatment in order to “preserve her pregnancy” and gave birth to baby Elizabeth via emergency c-section just six days before dying in her husband, Matthew’s arms, on May 4, the f…
Camden County Hospital Worker, Mother-To-Be Flower Lee Battle Dies, 21 Camden County Hospital Worker, Mother-To-Be Flower Lee Battle Dies, 21
Camden County Hospital Worker, Mother-To-Be Flower Lee Battle Dies, 21 Camden County hospital worker and mother-to-be Flower Lee Battle died May 12 at the age of 21. Born in Voorhees, Battle attended Living Faith Christian Center in Pennsauken, her obituary says. Battle later enrolled at Camden County Vocational and Technical School and had worked at Cooper University Hospital, her Facebook page says. Battle was also preparing for motherhood, her obituary says. “Flower embraced becoming a mother to her unborn son, Elliot…she easily connected with those surrounding her and had the ability to have them confide in her no matter the situation,” reads the service…