MINERVA, Ohio — The close-knit community of Minerva in Stark and Carroll counties is deeply mourning the passing of 35-year-old Bridget E. Reagan, a devoted mother of three and prominent local business owner, who died in a tragic incident on Saturday, August 15, 2026. News of her sudden passing has sent a wave of grief through local commerce circles, neighborhood groups, and patron networks across Northeast Ohio.
Ohio State Highway Patrol Investigates Tragic Incident on U.S. Route 30
According to official releases from the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP), emergency dispatchers received reports around 5:24 p.m. regarding a severe vehicle collision on U.S. Route 30 near milepost 28 in Paris Township.Investigators determined that Reagan was operating a 2023 Jeep Wagoneer westbound when a large tree from an adjacent wooded area north of the roadway collapsed and struck her SUV.Responding emergency medical units pronounced her deceased at the scene.State troopers continue to evaluate environmental factors, including recent ground saturation, to determine the exact cause of the tree's collapse.
Chic Haven Boutique Owner Remembered for Energy, Generosity, and Community Spirit
As the founder and owner of Chic Haven Boutique in Minerva, Bridget was known for her creative passion, vibrant energy, and dedication to supporting fellow small business owners and local causes, including SAVE22 Veterans.Above all, her three children were the heart of her life, and her family was her primary focus.The Minerva Area Chamber of Commerce, alongside local business partners, has organized candle tributes and memorial initiatives to honor her memory and assist her family. Official details regarding visitation schedules, funeral services, or family support funds will be shared once finalized by her family.
