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47-year-old teacher Christine Woodward of Troy, Pennsylvania, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 11, 2023, in a fatal car crash.
A report by Pennsylvania State Police said that Christine Elizabeth Woodward was killed in a two-vehicle collision shortly before 11 pm on Saturday in Tioga County, Pennsylvania.
The report added that following the crash, a fire started near Woodward's vehicle, engulfing it, and leading to her death in the blazing wreckage.
The driver of the other car attempted to save Christine Woodward
Pennsylvania State Police reported that Christine Woodward was driving a GMC Acadia east on State Route 6 in Sullivan Township while the other driver, 35-year-old Michael J. Brown, was moving west in a Jeep Grand Cherokee.
The collision took place as both vehicles approached State Route 6 at the intersection of Aumick Road/Ritz Road in Sullivan Township at 10:48 pm on February 11, 2023.
The report by the Pennsylvania State Police also mentioned that there were no passengers in either of the vehicles involved in the crash.
Shortly after the crash, a fire near Woodward's vehicle set it aflame. As per the police report, Brown attempted to get her out of the burning car, but was unable to save her as the fire prevented him from reaching her.
Christine Woodward was pronounced dead at the scene, and Michael Brown, who suffered "significant injuries," and was taken to Robert Packer Hospital for treatment. The news was conveyed to Woodward's family on the morning of February 12, 2023.
Pennsylvania State Police also informed that an investigation into the crash is ongoing.
Everything we know about Christine Woodward
Christine Elizabeth Woodward was born on May 9, 1975, in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania, to Debra Hill and the late Stephen Hill. She taught for nearly 15 years in the Troy School District, 7 years in the Elmira School District, and 2 years in the Philadelphia School District.
In a Facebook post by Troy Area School District, Woodward was mentioned as an active member of booster clubs and was considered a mother figure by many students.
Besides teaching, Christine Woodward was the president of the Troy Trojans 3 Point Club, who referred to her death as a "huge loss."
Woodward was known to be a caring mother to her three children, Mason, Evan and Raelyn Woodward.
Her obituary by Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc. mentioned that memorials may be given to the Kids Can't Fight Cancer Alone, c/o Matt Geer, Troy Trojan 3-point club, and the Victory Church.
A "Celebration of Life" will be held to honor and remember Woodward on February 17, 2023 at Victory Church 645 E Main St Troy, Pennsylvania.
