Tommy Williamitis, 16, a sophomore at Dayton Christian Academy in Miamisburg, was killed when he went left of center on Ohio 48 and struck two other vehicles. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
A driver of one of the other vehicles was seriously injured and flown by helicopter to a Dayton area hospital.
Lt. Chuck O'Bryon of the Ohio Highway Patrol said an investigation into the crash continues, but told the Dayton Daily News that Williamitis reportedly told his parents he wasn't feeling well that morning but wanted to go to school.
Williamitis was a member of Dayton Christian's wrestling team and played in the school band. He was also active in Scouting, and had earned Eagle Scout honors.
"We informed our students and faculty of the tragic accident and have grief counselors on site to help them process the news," according to a statement issued by Dayton Christian Academy. "We know by the reaction of our students that Tommy was well loved by our student body."
Dr. John Gredy, head of the Dayton Christian Academy, described Williamitis as the kind of student who helped others, including his classmates in industrial arts.
"He kind of came to their rescue… He was well loved," according to Gredy.
"He put his heart into what he did," said Father John Trough of St. Therese the Little Flower Catholic Church in nearby Lebanon, Ohio where Williamitis served as an altar boy.
"He'll be sorely missed."
A GoFundMe page has been set up to help with funeral expenses.
On that fundraising page, here's how Robby Williamitis described his younger brother Tommy: "He was extremely funny and everyone he met loved him. He was never shy and always was willing to help. He worked hard and put others before himself. I know we're all going to miss him dearly, but we are thankful for the time that we had with him."
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