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Troy Darnell Smith, 49, killed, and Linda Sutton injured in head-on car collision on Route 40 in Sussex County, Virginia

Modified Date: 
Wed, 09/02/2015 - 6:35am
Accident Date: 
Tuesday, September 1, 2015

Driver killed in head-on crash in Sussex

A man from Mechanicsville was killed in a head-on crash in Sussex Tuesday night.
Troy Darnell Smith, 49, was killed when another driver exited the road, overcorrected, and collided with Smith’s car, causing him to crash into a tree at approximately 4 p.m. Tuesday on Route 40. Linda Sutton was driving the Jeep that overcorrected. Sutton sustained major injuries and was taken to Southside Regional Hospital. 
Why every fatality from a crash is not legally a wrongful death

After someone dies in a motor-vehicle accident, grieving family members and friends are often left with many questions. What caused the accident? Could it have been avoided? What do they do now that their loved one is gone?

Sometimes a fatal collision happens through no one's fault. Crashes caused by weather and road conditions, or by wildlife in the roadway, are examples. But when a fatal crash is caused by negligence, then family members should pursue a wrongful death claim, to uphold the victim's rights and begin the financial recovery process. Learn more about wrongful death claims here.

Type: Car Accident
Topics: 
Head-on
People Involved: 
Troy Darnell Smith
Linda Sutton
Roadway: 
Route 40
County: 
Sussex County, VA
Area: 
Richmond-Petersburg, VA

Comments

Submitted by Anidi Smith on Wed, 09/02/2015 - 7:49am
Troy Smith is my first cousin. He was one of the most beautiful being outside and in. I can't recall ever seeing him without a smile on his face. I will always lovingly remember him. My prayers go out to our entire family. My prayers to the other driver to pull through and return to wellness.

Submitted by Ryna Ky on Fri, 09/04/2015 - 2:35am
Hi Anidi, I am so sorry for your loss. A very close family friend of mine, grew up and went to school with Troy and his brother in West Point. It would mean a lot if you or anyone else could share any information about Troy's services. You and your family are in my thoughts. 

Submitted by Pastor Bruce Wa... on Wed, 09/02/2015 - 11:58am
Troy was a great person. He was guitar player and traveled with my family around the country. My prayers go out to his family and all his love ones. He will be truly missed.

Submitted by Ann on Wed, 09/02/2015 - 2:34pm
I was introduced to Troy by a mutual friend. He was lovely person. I am praying for his family.

Submitted by Mike Boyd on Wed, 09/02/2015 - 4:33pm
Out of the many people I have come in contact with in my life Troy stood out as a gentleman' gentleman. He man of his word who always had a kind word. I never saw Troy lose his cool or have a cross word with anyone. I know he has his wings because Troy was an Angel among us. God bless you Troy and my God keep you in his bossom. My prayers go out to his family.  

Submitted by Jeremy Debnam on Wed, 09/02/2015 - 5:29pm
I knew troy for a few years through my relationship with his daughters and no matter where or when i saw him he always greeted me with a smile. He always had something pleasant to say and always asked how i was doing and what I was up to. I always admired his chill laid back attitude and his style and swagger and I will genuinely miss him. My prayers go out to his family as well as my heart and my thoughts.

Submitted by James Debnam on Wed, 09/02/2015 - 6:10pm
My family would like to express our condolences to the family for the loss of Troy in their lives. I echo the sentiments about his peaceful and friendly spirit. James Debnam & Family

Submitted by Sherri hawes on Thu, 09/03/2015 - 10:51pm
Troy was one of the best friends i ever had. Prayers and condolences gonout to his family we all know heaven awaits troy

Submitted by Tommy Rock on Mon, 09/14/2015 - 3:34pm
we knew Troy as TX, he was an incredible musician, my bandmate in The Psychedelic Church and one of my best friends. one of the nicest people you'd ever want to meet, and I can't ever remember him in a bad mood or without a smile. he was like a brother and his loss hurts me greatly, if I have to lose him to another band, I don't mind if its the angels! you put in work bruh, now rest. I love you!

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