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Mom Of 4 Found Dead In Pennsylvania Dumpster ID’d As Homicide Victim: Coroner
A mother of four from New Jersey was found dead in a dumpster in Coopersburg, Pennsylvania, in what authorities have ruled a homicide, the Lehigh County Coroner’s Office announced Monday, Jan. 13.
UPDATE: Arrest Made In Killing Of Elizabeth Mom Found Dead In PA Dumpster
Lucrecia Elizabeth Jadan Sumba, 39, of Elizabeth, NJ, was discovered in the 200 block of South 3rd Street on Saturday, Jan. 11, at 5:55 p.m., according to Coroner Daniel A. Buglio. An autopsy completed Monday revealed she died from sharp force injuries.
The case has been classified as a homicide, Buglio said. Authorities fr…
$75K Raised In Less Than 24 Hours After PA Teen Killed In Serious Crash
In less than 24 hours, a GoFundMe campaign has raised over $75,000 for the family of Jay Crater, a 17-year-old from Limerick who died after a tragic car crash in Upper Providence Township on Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025.
Jay was critically injured when the 2011 Nissan Murano he was traveling in veered off Hopwood Road and collided with a tree, police said. He was rushed to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, but his injuries were too severe.
Described as a compassionate and energetic teenager, Jay’s death has left his family, friends, and teammates heartbroken. His impact was evident as the fundr…
PA Dad Killed In NJ Motorcycle Crash Survived By Young Family
A Pennsylvania man killed in a tragic motorcycle crash in New Jersey leaves behind his young family.
Rayvaughn Webster, 43, of Easton, was died in a crash while operating his motorcycle on Route 78 in Springfield Township, NJ on Tuesday, Oct. 1.
Webster leaves behind his wife of 20 years, Katie Webster, and their three children: Braeden, Harley, and Maverick, according to a GoFundMe campaign organized by Katie Webster and Timothy Maddox.
The GoFundMe was started to raise funds for funeral expenses and provide assistance for the family, the campaign page says. The campaign has raised $32,48…
Thousands Raised For Young Mom Killed In Bucks County Shooting Spree
Friends and community members have raised thousands of dollars to memorialize Taylor Daniel.
Daniel, 25, was shot and killed by the father of her children Andre Gordon Jr. on Saturday, March 16, according to the Bucks County District Attorney's Office.
Gordon Jr. is also accused of killing his 52-year-old stepmother, Karen Gordon, and his 13-year-old sister, Kera Gordon, authorities have said. He is charged with multiple counts of murder, assault, burglary, and related counts and is awaiting extradition to Pennsylvania from New Jersey.
On GoFundMe, community members …
Marcus Pochettino Obituary: Montco Dad, Husband Dies At 38
Marcus Pochettino, a Montgomery County husband and father of two, died suddenly in a car crash last Tuesday, Feb. 27, loved ones said in a GoFundMe. He was 38.
Pochettino was killed when his car crashed on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Bensalem, the Bucks County Coroner's Office told Daily Voice.
He lived in Lafayette Hill with his wife of 12 years, Casey, and their sons, 9-year-old Charles and 7-year-old Sebastian, wrote GoFundMe campaign organizer Jamie Kaye.
"Marcus was the epitome of a loving spouse and father, deeply involved in his community and family life," Ka…
Lehigh Valley Mom, 46, Was 'Vibrant Soul,' Loved Ones Recall
Catherine Blank of Emmaus died on Wednesday, Feb. 14 after she was reported missing by authorities. She was 46.
Blank was found near the railroad tracks along Indian Creek Road a little over a day after police reported her disappearance, the Lehigh County Coroner's Office has said.
Her cause and manner of death were pending further investigation following her autopsy on Feb. 16.
"Cathy, a vibrant soul known for her kindness, love for animals, and radiant smile, tragically lost her life under harrowing circumstances," said her brother Richard Blank on GoFundMe.
"Diagnosed…
‘Beautiful Soul:’ Sudden Death Of PA Dad Kyle Aunkst, 33, Prompts Outpour Of Community Support
After a Pennsylvania dad died suddenly, neighbors and well-wishers are pitching in to assist his family in their time of need.
Kyle L. Aunkst, 33, of Muncy, passed away in his home on Friday, June 16, said loved ones in his obituary.
Now, community members are donating money to help his bereaved family members handle end-of-life costs and other expenses.
"None of us was planning for this," said his older sister Tyrennie on a GoFundMe page the day after his death. "I'm reaching out to see if maybe anyone would help us celebrate the life of Kyle Aunkst."
Neighbors hee…
Couple Killed In Carbon County Motorcycle Wreck Leave Behind Children, Grandchildren
The motorcyclists who died in a Carbon County accident over the weekend leave behind two families, their loved ones say.
Amy Hollenbach, 44, and Michael Brunell, 42, were heading north on Forest Inn Road in Towmensing Township when an oncoming vehicle veered from its lane and struck their bike around 2:40 p.m. on Sunday, May 21, Daily Voice reported.
They died from their injuries.
On a pair of GoFundMe campaigns launched Monday, May 22, their loved ones say the pair were engaged to be married.
Now, their children are seeking donations to assist with funeral expenses and other end-of-…
Berks Neighbors Raise Nearly $10K For Family Of Murdered Teen
Berks County residents are stepping up to assist an area family in their time of need.
Javien Perch, a 19-year-old Reading man, was found dead near Oak Lane on the city's northeast side on Wednesday, April 5, and police are investigating the matter as a homicide.
Now, in the week since, his neighbors have rallied to ensure his friends and family a proper send-off.
Within three days of going live, a GoFundMe page launched by Javien's loved ones has raised a staggering $7,600 as of Friday, April 14. Organizers hope to eventually raise $10,000 to assist with funeral expenses and other end…
Award-Winning Ephrata Nurse Dies, Husband Seriously Hurt In ATV Crash: Authorities
An award-winning labor and delivery nurse from Ephrata has died and her husband remains in the hospital following an all-terrain vehicle crash in Tell Township, on Saturday, March 11, 2023, Pennsylvania State Police said in a release the following day.
The passenger, and decorated local nurse, 34-year-old Amanda L. Hoffert, was pronounced dead at the scene of the ATV crash at Black Hollow Road just south of Village Hill Road at 6:25 p.m., state police explained in the release.
Her 36-year-old husband, Bret Hoffert, had been driving the 2013 Honda Rancher north when he left the roadway fo…
Support Surges For 25-Year-Old PA Firefighter, National Guardsman Killed In Crash
Support is surging for the loved ones of a 25-year-old Pennsylvania firefighter killed in a car crash on Saturday, Feb. 19.
Andrew Black, of Perkiomenville, worked as a firefighter with the Upper Frederick Fire Company and served in the Army National Guard, according to his obituary.
More than $19,200 had been raised as of Friday, Feb. 25 on a GoFundMe for Black's funeral expenses, putting the family ahead of the campaign’s $15,000 goal in just three days.
Born in Lansdale, Black graduated from Pennridge High School in 2015 and went on to earn his associate degree in criminal justice from …
Support Rises For Beloved Lehigh Valley Man Killed In Thanksgiving Day Motorcycle Crash
Support is on the rise for a beloved Lehigh Valley man who was killed in a Thanksgiving Day motorcycle crash.
John Czuba, 57, was riding a blue Harley Davidson motorcycle when he swerved off the road and crashed into an embankment near 157 Riverview Dr. in Lehigh Township shortly after 3:30 p.m., police said.
Czuba, of Danielsville, was taken to Lehigh Valley Hospital, Muhlenberg, where he was pronounced dead, police said.
The Lehigh Township Fire Department, Lehigh Township Fire Police, Walnutport Fire Department, Northampton Regional EMS, and NOVA EMS assisted at the scene of the crash, …
