GoFundMe Established for Wisconsin Family After I-24 Crash Tragedy

Elizabeth 'Liz' Lubke, a local businesswoman, died from injuries sustained in the multi-vehicle accident.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 2:50am

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A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to support the Wisconsin family of Elizabeth 'Liz' Lubke, who tragically passed away after a crash on I-24 in Christian County. Lubke, the 39-year-old owner of E.L. Pilates in Eau Claire, was airlifted to a Tennessee hospital following the multi-vehicle collision but succumbed to her injuries two days later. Her husband Phil and their three daughters survived the accident, with the eldest daughter flown to a trauma center in Nashville.

Why it matters

The Lubke family is now facing significant medical and other expenses following this devastating loss. The GoFundMe campaign aims to provide financial support during this difficult time and honor Liz's legacy as a local businesswoman who helped others recover from injury and chronic pain through her pilates studio.

The details

According to reports, the crash occurred on Saturday, March 28 on I-24 in Christian County. Elizabeth 'Liz' Lubke, the 39-year-old owner of E.L. Pilates in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, was one of three people involved in the multi-vehicle collision. Lubke was airlifted to a hospital in Tennessee, where she died from her injuries two days later.

  • The crash occurred on Saturday, March 28.
  • Lubke passed away two days later, on March 30.

The players

Elizabeth 'Liz' Lubke

A 39-year-old businesswoman and the owner of E.L. Pilates in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, who tragically passed away after being involved in a multi-vehicle crash on I-24.

Phil Lubke

The husband of Elizabeth 'Liz' Lubke, who survived the crash along with their three daughters.

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What’s next

The GoFundMe campaign continues to accept donations to support the Lubke family during this difficult time.

The takeaway

This tragic accident has left the Lubke family facing immense challenges, both emotional and financial. The outpouring of support through the GoFundMe campaign highlights the community's desire to help a family in need and honor the legacy of a local businesswoman who dedicated herself to helping others.