Tyra Small-Jackson Obituary – A suspected drunk driver caused a fatal crash on Interstate 55 in Gluckstadt, resulting in the death of a middle school teacher from Canton. The incident occurred on Saturday, June 22, when a vehicle traveling in the wrong direction collided head-on with another vehicle. The victim, Tyra Small-Jackson, had to be rescued from her vehicle but succumbed to her injuries.
Two other passengers in her vehicle sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were taken to a nearby hospital. The wrong-way driver, Jordan Leah Sullivan, also suffered non-life-threatening injuries and is now facing charges of aggravated DUI. Small-Jackson was a highly esteemed teacher at Nichols Middle School in Canton, having been recognized as the school’s Teacher of the Year for the 2023-2024 academic year.
Her dedication and impact on her students will be deeply missed, as she was known for her love and commitment to their education. The Canton Public School District expressed their gratitude for her years of service and extended their condolences to her family and loved ones.
