‘She was an integral part of our family’ Pregnant Toledo mother among those killed massive pileup crash

TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Family members of one of the victims killed in a nearly 50-vehicle pileup crash on the Ohio Turnpike are mourning the loss of a 37-year-old pregnant mother.

Family of Julie Roth described her as a devoted mother, a beloved wife, and a dedicated daughter, sister, aunt, and niece. Roth was looking forward to welcoming their third child who was due in the Spring of 2023.

Roth is one of four victims killed in a massive pileup crash on the Ohio Turnpike during Friday’s winter storm. Family members tell 13abc her two children were in the car and were hurt in the crash. Roth’s 4-year-old daughter suffered internal bruising and a broken bone and her 5-year-old son suffered frostbite, broken bones, and other injuries.

Family members are grieving the loss of Julie and her unborn child.

“She was an integral part of our family and we are devastated in her loss,” family members told 13abc in a statement. “Outside of the home, Julie dedicated her life to helping others as a nurse, and enjoyed her side business, The Truffle Affair, making chocolates and other sweet treats for others. She was also a creative mind that loved painting and was in the process of writing her first novel, and was an avid gardener.”

Roth’s family has setup a GoFundMe page to help with medical expenses. Those interested can donate at the link here.

Three others were killed in the turnpike crash, including 59-year-old Bernard Bloniarz, of Napoleon, and 19-year-old Emma Smith, of Webberville, Michigan. Officials have not yet identified the fourth victim while they work to notify family members.

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