GoFundMes set for Viola crash victims
UPDATE: GoFundMes have been established for the funeral expenses for two Monmouth residents – Christian Cortez-Rogel and Margarita Meza Mendez – who were killed Saturday in a car crash in Viola.
“Margarita Meza Mendez, a true beacon of positivity, fearlessly served our country as a cherished member of the U.S. Army,” one fundraiser says. “With a heart as big as her smile, she touched the lives of countless souls, leaving an everlasting impact on all who crossed her path.”
“In hopes of supporting her beloved family through this profound loss and in the spirit of compassion, we are asking for donations to ensure Maggie’s family is supported during this challenging period. These funds will help ease the financial burden of funeral expenses, honoring her memory and providing them with the space to heal and find comfort.”
“We extend our deepest gratitude in advance for your generosity and encouragement. Your contributions will help create a lasting tribute to our beloved Margarita, whose legacy lives on in the hearts of her loving parents and two younger siblings, who were blessed to call her daughter and sister.”
“We are all devastated by Christian’s loss and our family was not prepared for the high cost of a funeral service. We want to give Christian the memorial he serves, to honor his memory and say our last goodbyes,” his family writes.
To see the GoFundMe for Christian Cortez-Rogel, visit here.
To see the GoFundMe for Margarita Meza Mendez visit here.
EARLIER: Two people were pronounced dead at the scene Saturday after a car hit a house in Viola, according to a news release from the Mercer County Sheriff’s Office.
Mercer County Deputies responded shortly before 4 a.m. after a car crashed on U. S. Route 67 just south of State Highway 17 in Viola, the release says. The car collided with a home, which resulted in a fire.
Both people in the car were pronounced deceased. The occupants of the residence were not injured, the release says.
The identity of the people who were killed will be released by the Mercer County Coroner after their families have been notified.
Assisting at the scene were Viola Police, Illinois State Police Crash Reconstruction Unit, Viola and Matherville Fire Departments, and Genesis Ambulance Service.
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