A Midland High School student, Haley Jarosiewicz, who was actively involved in track and field, lost her life in a two-vehicle collision.
The accident occurred at 6:42 a.m. on January 23 along East Isabella Road in Homer Township.
Highlights
- Haley Jarosiewicz was involved in many activities, including Cross Country, Track and Field, Chemic Conditioning, and Student Council.
- Lacey Scharich mentioned that Haley was driving behind the crash and saw the truck pass her, going much faster than it should have.
- The parents of Midland High School students who knew Haley expressed their heartfelt condolences to her and her parents, Robert Jarosiewicz and Julie Jarosiewicz.
The Midland County Sheriff’s Office revealed that 17-year-old Haley Jarosiewicz drove east on East Isabella Road in her 2014 Chevrolet Sonic.
As she approached South 5 Mile Road, the icy and snowy conditions caused her to lose control.
Her car crossed the opposite lane and collided with a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado driven by a 41-year-old man from Midland.
Haley Jarosiewicz was declared dead at the scene due to the injuries she suffered in the crash.
The driver of the Silverado had minor injuries but chose not to go to the Michigan Medical Center for treatment.
Family And Friends Mourn The Loss Of Haley Jarosiewicz
On the 23rd of January afternoon, Midland Public Schools Superintendent Penny Miller-Nelson and Midland High School Principal Tiela Schurman emailed Furth MPS families about the 11th-grade student Haley Jarosiewicz.
Haley had attended Chestnut Hill Elementary and Northeast Middle School before coming to Midland High.
She was involved in many activities, including Cross Country, Track and Field, Chemic Conditioning, and Student Council.
“…These situations are incredibly difficult, and we recognize that you or your child may feel many different emotions. Mental health providers are available at school today to meet with students individually and in groups. School counselors and community mental health providers will also be available over the coming days and weeks. Please contact your student’s school office if your child needs additional assistance. We are committed to ensuring all students receive the care and assistance they need
Midland Public Schools Superintendent
Similarly, Mary Boyle, who lives near the accident scene, shared that the news has weighed heavily on her heart.
She noticed the snowplow had stopped, with cars driving around it while she was waiting at the bus stop with her child.
She then heard sirens, and on her way to work, she passed the accident site.
That’s when she realized the snowplow wasn’t involved.
She prayed to everyone affected and praised the county snowplow driver for using his truck to help secure the area until first responders arrived.
This has been so heavy on my heart today. I live close to the scene. I noticed the snow plow stopped and cars going around while waiting at the bus stop with my child. Then I heard the sirens. On my way to work I past the scene. That’s when I realized the plow was not involved. Prayer to everyone involved. Kuddos to the county snow plow that utilize his truck to keep the scene safe until first responders showed up.
Mary Boyle
At the same time, Lacey Scharich mentioned that she was driving right behind the crash and saw the truck pass her, going much faster than it should have.
Haley was going 35 mph, but the truck was speeding over 50 mph. After passing her, the truck collided with the other vehicle. Lacey believes the driver was going too fast, possibly contributing to losing control.
I was right behind the crash and that truck passed me going way faster than necessary! I was going 35 and he was going well over 50. After he passed me he hit her! She may have lost control but he was going way too fast!
Lacey Scharich
Moreover, the parents of Midland High School students who knew Haley expressed their heartfelt condolences to her and her parents, Robert Jarosiewicz and Julie Jarosiewicz.
They couldn’t imagine Robert’s pain, especially since he was so proud of being the father of two daughters.
He often showed off pictures of Haley and her sister, proudly displaying the medals they won at sports events.
Additional Information
- Hayley’s father, Robert Jarosiewicz, is originally from Gladwin, Michigan.
- Robert Jarosiewicz attended Gladwin High School before Ferris State University.
- Hayley grew up with a sister.
Prayers to the families and friends of Haley and Robert and Becky.