Vanished Without a Trace: The Mysterious Disappearance of Danielle Lopez

A Mother's Unimaginable Heartache

For Sue Quackenbush, the pain of losing two sons was already an unbearable burden. Her eldest son, Eric, died by suicide in 2015, and just ten months later, her younger son, Michael, a Marine, was killed in a vehicular accident. As if these tragedies weren't enough, Sue faced further loss when her father and then her husband passed away in quick succession. Now, with the disappearance of her only remaining child, Danielle Lopez, Sue's resilience is being tested beyond measure. "I have no choice but to hold up," she shared, drawing strength from her faith and the support of organizations like the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS). Despite her own grief, Sue has been a beacon of support for others, serving as a peer mentor to mothers who have faced multiple losses. Now, the community rallies around her, offering the same unwavering support she once provided.

The Day Danielle Disappeared

On April 12, 2024, Danielle Lopez informed her family of her plans to go camping in Wharton State Park, a vast expanse spanning over 124,000 acres across New Jersey. The following morning, at approximately 9:11 a.m., surveillance footage captured the 37-year-old at a Wawa convenience store on Route 72 in Vincentown. She appeared upbeat, purchasing a coffee before leaving the store. This would be the last confirmed sighting of Danielle. Her mother, Sue, recalls their final conversation as "wonderful," noting that Danielle seemed happy and gave no indication of distress. The abruptness of her disappearance has left her family and authorities searching for answers. ...Read More

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