Fatal Car Crash Claims Life Of 28-Year-Old Montgomery County Man

FRANCONIA TOWNSHIP, PA — A 28-year-old Montgomery County man who had just become a father to a new baby boy just a few short months ago died tragically late last week in a vehicle crash in this western Montgomery County community.

Justin Minnucci died in the late morning hours of Nov. 1 during a two-vehicle accident in the area of West Cherry Lane and Souderton Hatfield Pike in Franconia Township, just outside of Souderton Borough, according to the Lehigh County Coroner's Office.

Lehigh County Coroner Daniel A. Buglio said Minnucci had been transported to Lehigh Valley Hospital, Cedar Crest where he was pronounced dead at 1:39 p.m. on the day of the accident.

The manner of death was determined to be accident and the cause of death was multiple blunt force injuries due to motor vehicle collision, according to Buglio.

The death is being investigated by Buglio's office and the Franconia Township Police Department.

A GoFundMe has been created to benefit the family, which includes wife, Britney Molina, their 3-month-old child, Maverick, stepson Riley and others.

"His unexpected passing leaves Britney's balancing grief with the financial burden that comes with this tremendous loss," the GoFundMe description reads. "Many of you have been reaching out asking how to help in a way that will directly impact Britney and the kids. While we can't lessen the pain they are feeling, these funds will ease the challenges that come with such tragedy."

A viewing has been scheduled for Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Saint Stanislaus Roman Catholic Church, located at 51 Lansdale Avenue in Lansdale.

A funeral mass will follow at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church.

The GoFundMe says that Minnucci's death is being felt by family members and throughout the entire community.

Minnucci and Molina had just recently moved into a new home as they expected the arrival of their new child.

The funds raised are expected to be used to support Molina, baby Maverick and child Riley, according to the GoFundMe.

Money will go toward costs associated with the newborn baby, food, home expenses, family counseling and future moving expenses.

"Your love and support is so appreciated as she [Britney] navigates life and this very long road after the loss of her best friend and future husband," the GoFundMe reads.

Minnucci was born in the North Penn area and previously resided in Harleysville, according to his obituary.

He was known as a car enthusiast, enjoyed spending time with his family and walking his beloved dogs — Tyson and Lily — enjoyed caring for his lawn, hunting, listening to music and working out, the obituary states.

"He had a big heart, contagious smile, and witty sense of humor," the obituary reads. "Justin will be deeply missed by everyone."