On May 17, 2025, a tragic accident in southern Grayson County, Texas, claimed the lives of 41-year-old Tommy Moorehead III and his two young children, six-year-old Lynnlee and four-year-old Tommy Jr. The family was traveling in their Chevrolet Silverado when a Dodge Ram 3500, attempting to pass another vehicle in a no-passing zone, collided head-on with them. The impact caused the Silverado to catch fire, and all three family members died at the scene.
The driver of the Dodge Ram, 63-year-old Rocky Patterson, survived the crash and has been arrested. He faces manslaughter charges, a second-degree felony, with his bond set at $3 million. The 74-year-old driver of the truck attempting to pass sustained injuries but survived.
In the wake of this tragedy, a GoFundMe campaign has been launched to support Brooke Mustard Moorehead, who lost her husband and both children in the crash. The fundraiser describes Tommy as a devoted husband and father, Lynnlee as full of life and curiosity, and little Tommy Jr. as always smiling and full of love.
Brooke, a longtime and beloved employee at a local restaurant, is described as loyal, hardworking, and compassionate. The campaign aims to raise $150,000 to help with funeral costs and other unforeseen expenses.
This heartbreaking incident serves as a somber reminder of the consequences of reckless driving and the importance of road safety.
