Charles Eugene Fantozzi Obituary, Death – A 69-year-old man from Gardendale has died following a single-vehicle crash that occurred on Friday in Jefferson County, according to the local coroner’s office. The Jefferson County Coroner identified the victim as Charles Eugene Fantozzi. Authorities say he was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident at 2:43 p.m. The incident happened in the 8700 block of Flat Top Road in the Quinton area.
Fantozzi was reportedly the only person inside the vehicle at the time of the crash. Details about the exact circumstances of the accident, including what may have caused it, have not yet been released. It is also unclear exactly when the crash occurred.
The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office has launched an investigation to determine the cause of the crash. Officials have not yet stated whether weather conditions, mechanical failure, or a medical issue may have played a role. No other vehicles or individuals were involved, and authorities have not indicated the presence of any external contributing factors.
At this time, investigators are continuing to gather evidence and reconstruct the crash scene to better understand how the incident unfolded. The road where the crash occurred is a rural stretch of Flat Top Road in western Jefferson County, which some residents say has curves and limited visibility in certain areas.
Friends and community members have expressed their condolences to the family of Charles Fantozzi, remembering him as a longtime Gardendale resident. As the investigation continues, officials plan to release more information once it becomes available and the facts are confirmed.
No further details have been shared regarding funeral arrangements or services at this time. The sheriff’s office has asked anyone who may have witnessed anything unusual in the area or has any relevant information to contact investigators.
The incident marks another tragic loss on Alabama’s roadways and serves as a reminder of the risks drivers may face, even when traveling alone on familiar roads.
