The Jacksons Gap community is mourning Jeremy John Webb, a 42-year-old Tallapoosa County man who died after the dump truck he was driving left the roadway, overturned and struck a tree near New Site, Alabama.
The crash happened around 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 1, 2026, along Alabama Highway 22 near mile marker 131, approximately one mile east of New Site.
Alabama State Troopers said Webb was pronounced dead at the scene.
His death has left family members, friends and members of the Jacksons Gap community remembering a man whose funeral obituary describes a life marked by loyalty, simple pleasures and enduring love.
What Happened in the Tallapoosa County Crash?
According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, Jeremy Webb was driving a dump truck along Alabama Highway 22 when the vehicle left the roadway.
The truck overturned and then struck a tree.
Emergency responders were called to the scene, but Webb did not survive his injuries.
Authorities said he was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash.
The collision remains under investigation by ALEA’s Highway Patrol Division.
Where Did the Crash Happen?
The fatal accident occurred near mile marker 131 on Alabama Highway 22, about one mile east of New Site in Tallapoosa County.
New Site is located northeast of Alexander City and not far from Webb’s home community of Jacksons Gap.
The stretch of roadway where the crash occurred became the focus of a state trooper investigation as authorities worked to determine why the dump truck left the roadway.
Jeremy Webb Cause of Death
Authorities have confirmed that Jeremy Webb died from injuries sustained in the dump truck crash.
He was pronounced dead at the scene after the truck overturned and struck a tree.
A more detailed medical examiner description of his cause of death has not been publicly released.
For that reason, the most accurate description is that Webb died from injuries suffered in the October 1 motor vehicle crash.
Who Was Jeremy John Webb?
Jeremy John Webb was born in 1984 and was 42 years old at the time of his death.
He lived in Jacksons Gap, Alabama.
His funeral home obituary describes Jeremy’s life as one built around simple pleasures, devotion and love.
Those closest to him are remembering him with affection, gratitude and respect.
The obituary emphasizes that although his life ended too soon, the impact he made on the people around him will remain.
Jeremy Webb’s Family
Jeremy is survived by his mother, Angela Webb of Jacksons Gap.
He is also survived by his brother, Jason Webb and wife Claudia of San Antonio, Texas, and his sister, Raina Linson and husband Willie of Opelika.
Other surviving family members include his niece, Emma Webb, along with several aunts, uncles and cousins.
His obituary also names Sherry Yarbrough as a special friend.
Jeremy was preceded in death by his father, Johnny Abner Webb.
Remembered for Loyalty and Love
The funeral home tribute to Jeremy focuses less on professional accomplishments and more on the personal qualities that shaped how people knew him.
He is remembered for loyalty.
He is remembered for devotion.
And he is remembered for the love he shared with family and friends.
That kind of legacy often says more about a person than any list of achievements.
For those closest to Jeremy, the loss is not simply the death of a driver in a traffic report.
It is the loss of a son, brother, uncle, friend and familiar presence in everyday life.
What Has Been Confirmed
Jeremy John Webb was 42 years old.
He lived in Jacksons Gap, Alabama.
He died on October 1, 2026.
He was driving a dump truck on Alabama Highway 22.
The truck left the roadway, overturned and struck a tree.
The crash happened near mile marker 131, about one mile east of New Site.
Webb was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities said he was not wearing a seat belt.
The crash is being investigated by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Highway Patrol Division.
What Has Not Been Confirmed
Authorities have not yet publicly explained why the dump truck left the roadway.
No mechanical failure has been confirmed.
No distraction has been established.
No medical emergency has been identified as a contributing factor.
There is also no public evidence at this time that another vehicle caused the crash.
Those questions remain part of the ongoing investigation.
Investigation Continues
Alabama State Troopers are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the wreck.
Investigators may examine the truck, roadway conditions and any available evidence from the scene.
They may also review mechanical systems, tire condition and other vehicle-related factors.
Until that work is complete, the precise reason the dump truck left Alabama Highway 22 remains unknown.
Funeral Service for Jeremy Webb
A funeral service for Jeremy John Webb is scheduled for Monday, October 5, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.
The service will be held at:
First Baptist Church Dadeville
178 S. Tallassee Street
Dadeville, Alabama 36853
Dr. Ben Hayes will officiate.
Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Newnan, Georgia.
The funeral home obituary lists the graveside service for later that afternoon.
Visitation Details
The family will receive friends on Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Visitation will take place at:
Langley Funeral Home
21837 Highway 280
Camp Hill, Alabama 36850
These arrangements have been published by Langley Funeral Home.
Jacksons Gap Community Mourns
Jeremy’s death has particular resonance in Jacksons Gap, where he lived and where members of his family remain.
Smaller communities often feel sudden losses deeply because personal networks overlap through family, school, work and neighborhood connections.
For people who knew Jeremy, the news of the crash means losing someone they may have seen regularly or known for years.
Those relationships are now at the center of the grieving process.
A Sudden Loss
Fatal crashes involving commercial vehicles can happen in seconds.
For families, the unexpected nature of such deaths can make grief especially difficult.
There is little time to prepare.
Questions often remain unanswered while investigators continue working.
In Jeremy’s case, authorities have confirmed how the crash occurred but have not yet explained why the dump truck left the roadway.
His loved ones are therefore mourning while the investigation remains open.
Remembering Jeremy Beyond the Crash
Early news coverage naturally focuses on the circumstances of Jeremy’s death.
But his family obituary provides a broader perspective.
Jeremy’s life cannot be reduced to the final moments on Alabama Highway 22.
He was a son.
He was a brother.
He was an uncle.
He was a friend.
And according to those who loved him, he was someone whose life was marked by loyalty and affection.
Those are the memories likely to remain long after the investigation is complete.
What Happens Next
ALEA’s Highway Patrol Division will continue investigating the crash.
Additional findings may be released if authorities determine why the truck left the road.
Jeremy’s family and friends will meanwhile gather for visitation and funeral services to remember his life.
The funeral on October 5 will provide the community with an opportunity to mourn together and say goodbye.
Disclaimer
This article is based on verified information released by Alabama State Troopers and funeral information published by Langley Funeral Home.
Jeremy John Webb’s death in the October 1, 2026 dump truck crash has been confirmed.
Authorities have not yet released a final explanation for why the vehicle left the roadway.
Claims involving mechanical failure, distraction, another vehicle or any other unconfirmed cause should not be treated as established fact unless released by investigators.