Funeral Held for Teen Victims of Cranford, NJ Hit-and-Run

Funeral Services for Maria Neotus

• 🕊️ A funeral mass was held this morning at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Union for Maria Neotus, one of two 17-year-old girls killed in a hit-and-run.
• 💔 Mourners filled the church, with standing room only, to pay their respects and say their final goodbyes.
• 🕯️ Maria Neotus worked at Cake Artist Cafe and had aspirations of a career in cosmetology.
• ⚰️ She will be buried at Fairview Cemetery in Westfields.

Tragedy in Cranford

• 🚗 Maria Neotus and her friend Isabella Salis, both seniors at Cranford High School, were struck and killed by a Jeep Compass while riding an e-bike.
• ⚖️ The alleged 17-year-old driver is facing two counts of first-degree murder.
• ⚠️ Loved ones reported that Maria Neotus had previously reported issues with the suspect multiple times.

Remembering Isabella Salis

• 🎤 Isabella Salis is remembered as a talented singer with a beautiful voice.
• 🗓️ Her family will hold a wake on Saturday morning at Douly Funeral Home in Cranford.
• 🏞️ She will also be buried at Fairview Cemetery on Monday.

Family's Grief and Vows

• 💔 Maria Neotus' mother spoke out about the tragedy, calling it "beyond tragic" and "unfair."
• 💬 She described her daughter as someone who "loved deeply, gave generously, and dreamed boldly."
• 💪 Loved ones have vowed to keep the memories of both girls alive.