One tribute said: “Everyone was so loving, kind and beautiful in every way.”
In the wake of the incredible tragedy, a deep sense of sadness gripped the hearts of the tight-knit community in Utah. Four members of a loving family who in every way embodied kindness, beauty, and warmth were tragically taken from this world in a devastating head-on collision in Idaho. Their names—Jennifer Blaine, Emily Levitt, Denali Blaine, and Zach Leavitt—resound now as a reminder of the fragility of life and the lasting impact of their kindness on those lucky enough to know them.
According to a news release from the Idaho State Police, the crash happened just before 10 p.m. Friday. local time at milepost 125 on State Route 33 in Teton County.
State police said an eastbound 2022 Tesla driven by a 46-year-old Mantua, Utah woman “crossed the center line” and collided with a 2007 Kenworth truck.
All three passengers — a 22-year-old woman, a 24-year-old Kaysville man, and a young child — along with the driver of the Tesla, died at the scene.
Family members named the victims as Jennifer Blaine, Emily Levitt, 22, Denali Blaine, 11, and Emily’s husband, Zach Leavitt. The family dog ​​Peaches also died in the accident.
Jennifer, a mother of five, was driving the vehicle at the time of the collision, according to a GoFundMe page that had raised more than $32,000 as of Thursday.
A note on the collections page stated that “there will never be words to satisfy or soothe the grief and broken hearts of the Blaine and Leavitt families.” “Our hearts are broken.
“They were all extremely loving, kind, and beautiful in every way. The message added: “We feel that they all simply left a golden wake here on earth to mend our hearts. “Because of their kindness, everyone who knew them had more light in their lives.”
According to NBC station KSL-TV, Jennifer’s husband, Nate Blaine, claimed that the group that died in Friday’s crash had planned to meet him and his son, Bronco, on a trek.
I asked her, “Do you want to get a hotel because it’s getting dark?” because I knew she was going to sleep in the evening and she said, ‘No, I’m sleeping in the hammock tonight,'” Nate recalled.
He continued: “When I heard [about the crash], I immediately fell to the ground and sobbed.
The ISP says the investigation is ongoing.
According to KSL-TV, Jennifer served as the principal of the Promontory School of Expeditionary Learning, where Denali went to school.
According to the publication, Emily and Zach married last August while attending Brigham Young University in Provo. They were remembered as “madly in love” and “hard-working, dedicated students,” according to a memorial posted on the family’s GoFundMe.
According to CBS KUTV, friends and co-workers of the victims held a vigil late Saturday night to support and honor the family who lost four loved ones.
A vigil was held on Saturday evening in memory of the tragic victims. Annette Ash, a family friend, described them as “very outgoing and very active”.
Ash told the publication that “they are also involved in the community and have been helpful in many different ways within the community.” “They don’t hold back when it comes to serving and helping others.
A note on the family fundraiser read: “There has been such a huge outpouring of love and charity that we cannot keep up with everyone trying to help.” “We are so grateful for all the extraordinary love and support we have been shown.” “This deserving family,” the family said.
Amidst this heartbreaking tragedy is an enduring message of love, unity, and resilience. It is a reminder that in the face of life’s most challenging moments, communities can come together and support each other on the painful journey of recovery. Although the pain of this loss will never go away, the memories of Jennifer, Emily, Denali, and Zach will live on as a testament to the power of love and the resilience of humanity.
A family funeral is planned for September 16.