Sarah Kelley Obituary, BOWIE, Texas — Sarah Kelley, 42, of Bowie, Texas, was killed in a single-vehicle crash early Friday morning, September 25, 2026, on State Highway 25. A 5-year-old child from Bowie also died in the crash, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.
The collision occurred shortly after 2 a.m., approximately one mile west of the U.S. 281 intersection. Preliminary information from DPS indicates that a 2015 Mazda CX-5 was traveling eastbound on State Highway 25 when the driver failed to slow while approaching a curve.
The vehicle subsequently left the roadway and rolled. Both occupants were ejected during the crash, although DPS reported that both were wearing seatbelts at the time of the collision.
Kelley suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The 5-year-old passenger also sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have not identified the child publicly in the information provided.
The tragedy has affected the Bowie community, including the local school community. Students and staff are being offered support as they process the loss of the child and the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Bowie Independent School District announced that counselors will be available Monday, September 28, to support students and staff affected by the deaths. The counseling services will provide an opportunity for students and employees to discuss their emotions, ask questions and receive support.
For Kelley’s family and the child’s loved ones, the crash has brought an unexpected loss. Community members are also grieving as authorities continue to examine what happened before the Mazda left the roadway and rolled.
The Texas Department of Public Safety continues to investigate the crash. No other vehicles have been identified as being involved in the collision, and additional details may be released as the investigation progresses. Sarah Kelley, 42, of Bowie, and the 5-year-old child were both pronounced dead at the scene.
