Fundraise Launched For Forked River Woman Killed In Parkway Crash

FORKED RIVER, NJ — A fundraiser has been launched to support the family of a Forked River woman who was killed in a Garden State Parkway crash this past weekend.

Caryn Coon, 22, was one of two killed in a crash Saturday night after colliding with a tractor-trailer that was stopped in the center lane of the Parkway in Toms River, police said. Read more: 2 Killed, 1 Seriously Hurt In Parkway Crash In Ocean County

A GoFundMe launched to support Coon's family notes that "her loss has been extremely sudden and heartbreaking for everyone who knew and loved her."

"Caryn was such a fun, energetic, and loving person. She was a shoulder for everyone to lean on, and if you were having a bad day, she could instantly cheer you up. She created so many amazing memories with her family and friends that will never be forgotten," the fundraiser reads.

Coon was studying Kinesiology and Health Sciences at the College of New Jersey, according to the fundraiser. She was also a member of the Delta Phi Epsilon sorority.

"It is hard to put into words the heartbreak of losing someone who brought so much love, laughter, and light into the lives of everyone around her. Caryn was such a fun, energetic, and loving person who could always make you smile, even on your worst days," the TCNJ chapter of the sorority shared. "She had a way of making people feel loved and turning any bad day around."

As of Monday afternoon, the GoFundMe has raised more than $14,000, exceeding its $12,000 goal.

The money will go towards expenses for the wake, funeral and other financial needs.

"If you are able, please consider donating or sharing this fundraiser to support Caryn's family," the fundraiser reads. "Every act of kindness is deeply appreciated."