San Francisco is mourning the loss of Eden Palmer, an age 54-year-old mother who died in a tragic car accident while driving her younger son to a soccer match
According to reports, a wrong-way driver collided with the car of Eden Palmer on the southbound lane of Interstate 280 in Woodside, causing severe injuries to Palmer’s younger son and killing both Palmer and the family dog. The news of Palmer’s untimely death has left her family, friends, and the community in shock and disbelief. But even in this time of immense grief, people are rallying together to support Palmer’s family in any way possible.
Who is Eden Palmer who died in car road accident: Cause of death, obituary, bio, age, family, GoFundMe
UPDATE: Eden Palmer, 54, of SF IDād as driver of BMW who died after she was hit by wrong-way driver of Ford, @AnnRubinKTVU reports. Her son, 14, seriously hurt. Computer science teacher Constellatia Martin, 24, arrested by @CHP_RedwoodCity on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter pic.twitter.com/PvxnMCbxX6
— Henry K. Lee (@henrykleeKTVU) April 25, 2023
Sue Kalache, a friend of 54 year old Eden Palmer, started a GoFundMe campaign to raise funds for Palmer’s family. The campaign has raised $50,000 of its $100,000 goal from 268 donations at the time of writing this.
In the campaign’s description, Kalache described Palmer as a beloved wife, mother, friend, community volunteer, and force for anyone who ever needed anything.
A part of the donations will be used to fulfill Palmer’s older son’s dreams of attending college, according to the campaign. The outpouring of support and love for Palmer and her family on the fundraiser’s page is a testament to how deeply she touched people’s lives.
She was married and had a son but their names are not known. he accident occurred when Constellatia A. Martin, 24, from Campbell, was driving south in the highway’s northbound lanes in her vehicle and ended up crashing into Eden’s car.
Tributes for Eden Palmer
The news of Palmer’s death has left the San Francisco community in mourning, and tributes have poured in for her on social media platforms. People have expressed their condolences and shared memories of Palmer’s kind and generous nature.
One person wrote, “My sincere condolences to her family and all who loved her,” while another said, “Sending prayers and condolences to the family.” A third person added, “My heart breaks for this person’s family. Rest in Love, and lots of prayers for your family.”
Palmer’s passing is a reminder of road safety
Palmer’s death is a heartbreaking reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to remain vigilant while on the road. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), approximately 36,000 people die in motor vehicle crashes in the United States each year.
While some accidents are unavoidable, many can be prevented by following traffic laws and exercising caution while driving. Distracted driving, speeding, and driving under the influence are some of the leading causes of accidents on the road, and it’s crucial for drivers to be mindful of their actions while behind the wheel.
The sudden loss of Eden Palmer has left a void in the lives of those who knew her. But the outpouring of love and support for her family is a testament to the impact she had on the people around her.