Trotwood Community Grieves the Tragic Loss of Deona and Te’Auna Ellison in Fatal Crash
The community of Trotwood and the greater Dayton area are united in grief following a tragic three-vehicle crash Wednesday morning that claimed the lives of 38-year-old Deona Ellison and her 17-year-old daughter, Te’Auna Ellison. The sudden loss of a loving mother and her bright, ambitious daughter has left family, friends, classmates, and community members shaken to their core.
Deona was a devoted mother, a caring family member, and a loyal friend to many. Known for her compassion, humor, and unwavering love for her children, she worked every day to provide her family with the best life possible. Her presence was a source of strength and comfort — the kind of person who always showed up when others needed her most. To those who knew her, Deona embodied resilience and a remarkable ability to bring light into the lives around her.
Te’Auna, a vibrant 17-year-old high school student, was a young woman filled with dreams and determination. She was admired by classmates and teachers alike for her intelligence, creativity, and kindness. Whether she was achieving goals in the classroom, making memories with friends, or helping her mom at home, Te’Auna embraced life with a spirit that made her shine. With a promising future ahead, she was just beginning to carve her own place in the world — one full of hope, potential, and excitement.
Their inseparable bond as mother and daughter was evident to everyone. They laughed together, supported each other through every challenge, and shared a love that was both deep and beautifully visible. To lose them both in a single moment has left an unimaginable hole in the hearts of many.
As the news spreads, tributes are pouring in through messages, flowers, and community gatherings. Vigils and memorials are being planned as loved ones seek ways to honor two lives that meant so much to so many. Grief counselors have been made available to help classmates and friends of Te’Auna cope with the emotional impact of such a devastating tragedy.
While authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, the focus for those grieving is on remembering the joy, laughter, and love that Deona and Te’Auna brought into their lives. Their memory will be carried on through the stories shared, the lessons learned, and the love they poured into every moment.
The Ellison family is asking for continued prayers, support, and privacy as they endure grief that no family should ever experience. In this time of profound sorrow, the community stands together in love and solidarity, embracing one another as they mourn two beautiful souls gone far too soon.
May Deona and Te’Auna rest in peace, forever held close in the hearts of all who knew and loved them.
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