NewsUK NewsTributesMoving tributes have been paid to a 'caring' couple who tragically died after their car left a main road and crashed into trees in Kent15:19, 08 Jun 2026Updated 15:26, 08 Jun 2026Tributes have been paid to a "caring" couple who tragically died after their car veered off a road and crashed into trees in Kent.Craig Pangrazi-Simpson, 64, and Elizabeth Pangrazi-Simpson, 60, were involved in the collision on the A228 Pembury Northern Bypass, between Tonbridge Road and Old Church Road, on May 18. Kent Police said a silver Renault Megane travelling from Pembury towards Whetsted left the carriageway on the nearside and entered woodland before crashing into trees.The driver, Craig, suffered fatal injuries and was declared dead at the scene. The passenger, Elizabeth, was airlifted to a hospital in London, where she later died.Family members have since paid moving tributes to the couple. Elizabeth's sons, Josh and Jake, said: "Our mum and Craig were two of the kindest, happiest and most loving people you could ever meet. They were both incredibly bubbly, caring, and always brought warmth and laughter wherever they went.Josh and Jakes said that "family meant everything" to the couple and they 'would always go above and beyond for others'. "Their loss has left a huge void in all of our lives, and they will be deeply missed by everyone who knew and loved them," they added.Article continues belowCraig's daughter, Millie, described her dad as a "happy, kind, gentle man", who was "popular and loved by everyone he met". She said: "His kindness, warmth and constant effort, will always be remembered and deeply missed by all who knew him.""My dad was one of the first people in my life to make me feel safe, understood and deeply loved. Even though we hadn't spoken in a while, my love for him remained," she added. "May my dad and his wife, Elizabeth, rest in peace."Officers investigating the collision have renewed their appeal for dashcam and CCTV footage, and witnesses. Footage can be uploaded via Kent Police’s online portal. Witnesses can also provide information by contacting the force on 01622 798538 and quoting reference HW/DGC/040/26, or by emailing sciu.td@kent.pnn.police.uk.Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Breaking NewsTributesKent Police
Couple dead as car veers off road into trees - heartbroken children pay tribute
Moving tributes have been paid to a 'caring' couple who tragically died after their car left a main road and crashed into trees in Kent








