Family, friends mourn 2 Coral Springs residents killed in Coconut Creek crash
The two Coral Springs residents killed in a single-car crash near Tradewinds Park in Coconut Creek have been identified by police.
Jermaine Antonio George, 30, and Khayla Darchelle Jennings, 26, died after their car struck a light pole around 10:30 p.m. on June 27, according to the Coconut Creek Police Department.
Friends and family of both expressed their grief at the sudden loss, and described George and Jennings as bright, caring people.
George’s brother, Tremaine George, set up a GoFundMe to help the family pay for the funeral.
“Jermaine was deeply loved and meant so much to everyone who knew him,” George wrote on the fundraiser. “His presence brought light, laughter, and comfort in ways that can never be replaced. We are devastated by this unexpected loss and are still trying to process life without him.”
Jennings’ family members posted to Facebook to share their grief and fond memories of her.
“You were a Huge piece to the Family with your Happy Soul,” her aunt, Robin Jennings, wrote in a July 5 post.
Her brother, Darrin Jennings Jr., shared her viewing and funeral service announcement, which described her as an award-winning gymnast and coach who “made every child she coached feel special.”
Jennings was a Florida International University graduate, with plans to pursue a career in hospitality and real estate, according to her LinkedIn.
Her funeral will take place on July 18 at Redeeming Word Christian Center in Fort Lauderdale. It will also be livestreamed.
