On November 9, my mom experienced something no one should ever have to go through. A devastating fire destroyed her home, taking with it nearly everything she owned and a lifetime of family memories.

The fire started on the porch, and the cause is still unknown. Thankfully, our longtime neighbor, Scott, was able to get my mom out safely. I cannot thank him enough for being there when she needed help the most. Above everything else, we are incredibly grateful that she is alive.

This wasn’t just a house to our family. It was our family home for over 60 years. My grandparents, Vincent and Rosemary Del Rosso, purchased it as their first home and spent the rest of their lives there. My mom grew up there, my aunt Patty grew up there, and I was raised there alongside my twin sister, mom and grandparents.

Three generations of our family called this house home. It was filled with holidays, birthdays, family gatherings, and countless memories that we will always cherish. Losing it is heartbreaking in a way that’s difficult to put into words.

Unfortunately, between the fire and the extensive water damage, the house has been completely destroyed and will likely need to be rebuilt. My mom has lost nearly all of her belongings, including clothing, furniture, personal items, and the everyday necessities we often take for granted.

Right now, our focus is on helping her get through the days ahead and begin rebuilding her life. My aunt Patty and I are doing everything we can to support her through this difficult time.

I am organizing this fundraiser on my mom’s behalf, and all donations will go directly toward helping her recover from this loss, including clothing, shoes, food, personal necessities, household items, and the expenses associated with getting her settled again.

We know that times are difficult for many people, and we don’t expect anything. Whether you’re able to donate, share this page, or simply keep my mom and our family in your thoughts, we are truly grateful.

We cannot replace the memories or the home that meant so much to our family, but with the support of family, friends, and our community, we hope to help my mom find some stability and begin again.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your kindness, generosity, and support.