SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – Two teens tragically lost their lives this week after their car hit a tree and caught fire in Oviedo.
Since then, many neighbors and friends have held vigils and raised money for the family.
News 6 Reporter Jarell Baker spoke with a local business owner who is donating next week’s proceeds to one of the victim’s families.
“Those individuals had their entire futures ahead of them. They lost years that rightfully belonged to them and their loved ones,” expressed Megan Pullen, who lives in Deltona.
Flowers, candles, and more now surround the tree off Alafaya Woods Boulevard, where the two victims died in the fiery crash.
“A call was made to the Oviedo Police Department and Fire about a vehicle that was in flames. The responders came to the scene and found the vehicle completely on fire,” stated the Oviedo police.
[VIDEO: 2 dead in crash near Covington Street and Alafaya Woods Boulevard in Oviedo]
Pullen, a small business owner, is donating all her proceeds this week to the family of 17-year-old Kayla Ross who died in the crash.
“My closest friend is related to one of the girls who tragically died in the car crash earlier this week. It’s very personal, and being alone makes it quite unsettling,” she shared.
She set up shop at the Osteen Farmers Market Saturday, but after heavy rain rolled through, she moved her business back to her Deltona home.
“I empathize deeply with the family, especially the mother. No parent should have to face the heartbreak of burying their child,” she replied when questioned about her motivation to support.
Pullen says she didn’t know Kayla personally but wanted to support her family during this difficult time.
Kayla’s mother, who did not want to appear on camera, sent this statement:
“We extend our profound gratitude to everyone who has honored our daughters—they were profoundly cherished, sorely missed, and taken from us way too soon. They will be forever remembered as wonderful, radiant girls who brightened every space with their smiles and brought happiness to everyone around them. Their love resonated with many, beyond what words can convey.
Watching our community unite in love, honor, and remembrance has truly restored our belief in the goodness of humanity. We are incredibly thankful for the efforts of all the first responders, and we continue to pray for the healing of everyone affected. Our girls would want us to cherish the joyful moments and love we shared with them.”
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you to each and every one of you who has helped keep their memory alive. We love you, and we know our angels are still with us always. Though they were taken too soon, they are now in God’s hands.
You are missed beyond words.”
Family of Kayla Ross
The family will be holding a memorial for Kayla Ross at Horse Power Ranch in Geneva, at 3 p.m. next Saturday Aug. 30.
The family says memorial is open to the public and asking attendees to wear Kayla’s favorite colors which are red and black.
If you would like to support the family of Kayla Ross, their GoFundMe can be found here.
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