A 16-year-old girl who had attended a house party was struck by a car and killed late Sunday night as she tried to cross the
The accident occurred near Exit 42, Route 231-
Police said the teenager was pronounced dead at the scene by a
Taylor, a junior, was active in extracurricular activities at
Early Monday, Superintendent
James later said Taylor’s wake is Tuesday at the Commack Abbey from
Schools are not in session this week for spring break. James said counseling is being arranged for students when classes resume.
No one was at the Cavalieres’ home Monday, but flowers and food were left at the door.
“”She was just a beautiful girl,”” he said. “”Just always an athletic, precocious child. She was just a happy, happy girl.””
His son Ryan, 16, attended
“”She was just sweet and caring and affectionate toward her family,”” he said. “”She was close knit with her family.””