Allyson Legora, Montclair State University student dies 2 days after UTV she was traveling in overturning and becoming pinned underneath. Outpouring of grief follows as GoFundme fundraiser raises over $77K.
A Montclair State University student in New Jersey who passed away over the weekend after being involved in a car accident days earlier has led to an outpouring of grief on social media along with a fundraiser to support her family raising more than $77K in the immediate days after.
Allyson Legora, 21, of Lake Hopatcong, N.J, was traveling in a UTV as a passenger when the vehicle overturned in Jefferson Township at approximately 10:15 p.m. Friday, Dec. 26, leading to her being pinned underneath, according to Morris County Prosecutor’s Office.
Morris County Prosecutors continue to investigate
Despite being rushed to herself in serious condition, Legora would pass away from injuries sustained on Sunday, the Daily Voice reported.
The driver and a second passenger stayed at the scene. Officials had yet to say what caused the vehicle to overturn and whether there would be any charges forthcoming.
At the time of the student’s death, Lenora had been working towards her Associate Degree in Human Development and Family Studies. Her Linkedin profile described her working in childcare.
A regard of Lenora’s Instagram page showed the childcare worker being an avid fan of horses, with the social media account showing her posing with and riding horses.
Allyson Legora GoFundme and obituary
A GoFundMe campaign to aid the family of Allyson Legora has since raised more than $77K.
‘I am reaching out with a humble heart to ask for support during a devastating time,’ Tina Fedo the campaign creator wrote. ‘Allyson Legora was the light in every room she entered and has deeply touched each of our hearts, leaving a mark that will never be forgotten.’
An online obituary stated visitation would be held from 3-6:30pm on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at the Bermingham Funeral Home, 216 S. Main St., Wharton.
A celebration of life would also be held at 6:30 pm after the visitation, also at the funeral home.
