LEVANT, Maine — The community is mourning the tragic loss of Libby Toothaker, 28, of Bangor, who died on Wednesday, January 15, 2026, following a devastating car crash in Levant.
According to the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred at approximately 4:18 p.m. near the intersection of Union Street and Stetson Road East, close to Ollie’s Market. Toothaker’s vehicle collided head-on with a tree. First responders rendered aid at the scene before transporting her to Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor. Despite their efforts, she later succumbed to her injuries.
The Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office Accident Reconstruction Team responded to the scene, and the circumstances of the crash remain under investigation. Authorities continue to examine the details surrounding this tragic incident.
Libby Toothaker will be remembered by her family, friends, and community for her warmth, kindness, and the positive impact she had on those around her. Her sudden passing leaves a profound void in the hearts of all who knew her, and her loss is deeply felt across both Levant and Bangor.
As loved ones grieve, the community reflects on the life she lived and the moments shared with her. While nothing can fill the emptiness left by her passing, family, friends, and neighbors are honoring her memory by cherishing the joy, compassion, and love she brought into their lives.
The Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office urges anyone with information regarding the crash to come forward to assist with the ongoing investigation. Libby Toothaker’s family and the wider community continue to mourn her loss, remembering her life with love, respect, and sorrow.
