The Canton community is grieving the heartbreaking loss of 85-year-old Dina Agelopoulos, who died after suffering injuries in a collision involving her vehicle and a SARTA bus Friday afternoon. Her passing has brought deep sorrow to family members, friends, and those who knew her, leaving loved ones to face the painful reality of saying goodbye.
The crash happened around 1:07 p.m. on August 14 near Cleveland Avenue NW and 35th Street NW in Canton, Ohio. According to Canton Police Chief John Gabbard, a SARTA bus was traveling northbound in the right lane of Cleveland Avenue when a 2007 Toyota Camry traveling westbound on 35th Street failed to stop at a stop sign and struck the passenger side of the bus.
Agelopoulos, who was driving the Camry, was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment following the collision. Despite efforts to treat her injuries, she later died from the injuries she suffered in the crash. Her death has left those closest to her mourning a life that meant so much to them.
The SARTA bus driver was not injured in the collision, while several passengers aboard the bus were transported to local hospitals with minor injuries. Police said drugs and alcohol are not suspected to have contributed to the crash.
The Canton Metro Crash Team responded to the scene and continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision. As authorities work to understand exactly what happened, the focus for many loved ones remains on remembering Dina and honoring the life she lived.
For family and friends, the details of the crash cannot erase the memories created over 85 years. A sudden loss can leave behind an emptiness that is difficult to put into words, especially when a loved one is taken following an unexpected incident.
Dina’s death is now being mourned by those who knew and loved her. Family members and friends are left holding close the memories she created throughout her life, remembering her presence and the moments they shared with her.
In Canton, her passing serves as a painful reminder of how quickly an ordinary afternoon can become a moment of tragedy. While the investigation continues, those grieving are facing the difficult days ahead without someone who had been part of their lives for many years.
The thoughts of the community are with Dina Agelopoulos’ family, friends, and loved ones during this heartbreaking time. May the memories she leaves behind bring comfort to those who are mourning her loss, and may they find strength as they navigate the difficult journey of grief.