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Maureen Crosland, aged 84, was on a heartfelt mission with her soon-to-be relative to collect a wedding dress for her granddaughter.
Tragically, Crosland and her companion, 60-year-old Lee Casuscelli, lost their lives at the scene of the accident.
Crosland, whose granddaughter is engaged to Casuscelli’s son, is fondly remembered for her unwavering commitment to St John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Campbelltown. Her passing has left the community heartbroken.
“When I shared the news during Mass this morning, the congregation was visibly moved and shaken,” said Assistant Priest Richard Healey of St John the Evangelist.
“Many were brought to tears by the sheer tragedy of the situation,” he added.
“They were on their way with the mother of the groom to pick up wedding dresses, just devastating.”
Luke Francis, 31, has been charged with multiple offences, including dangerous driving occasioning death.
He did not apply for bail in court today and will remain behind bars.
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