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Charisse Nelson-Bailey, 24, Daniel Vida, 28, and Maria Passalaris, 25, all died in the Friday, April 12 crash near Ridge Road, Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone said.
Just after the 9:40 a.m. accident, police said a van had been struck by a tractor-trailer before the van collided with two other vehicles. Both the tractor-trailer and van then caught fire.
Nelson-Bailey, of Princeton Junction, was identified as the van's driver. The other two victims were passengers.
Charisse's obituary said she's always "radiated warmth, kindness, and an adventurous spirit," and "faced life's challenges with grace and resilience, never allowing adversity to dim her spirit or strength of will."
Maria Passalaris was a Skillman resident, having attended the Eden School, graduating from the Lakeview School in 2020 with her high school diploma, and was most recently attending an adult day program at the Red Ribbon Academy II in Hillsborough, according to her obituary.
Maria suffered from Rett Syndrome and was a beloved figure in the Montgomery Township community, according to The Montgomery News.
Daniel Vida, of West Windsor, was cared for by his parents and sister, his obituary said: "He enjoyed the love of his family, friends, and caretakers, as well as the sounds of nature and music, good food, and kind smiles."
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