Help Michael and Angelika Through Loss

Hello everyone, my name is Gabi Pacholek. With a heavy heart I share that last week an unfathomable tragedy struck my sister’s family when a devastating house fire claimed the lives of three of her loved family members: my sister’s mother in law Jackie, father in law Dale, and brother in law Brandon.

They were so full of life and so excited to watch their grandbaby grow up. Jackie even retired early so that she could take care of baby Sophia when my sister and brother in law went back to work. They were taken way too soon and not having them here is awful.

As our family begins to navigate this unimaginable loss, we are raising funds to help cover immediate expenses to give my sister and her husband the space to grieve without the added weight of financial stress.

If you feel called to give, any amount—big or small—will help ease their burden during this heartbreaking time. And if a financial gift isn’t possible, we ask that you keep the Wians family in your thoughts and prayers. Your love, support, and words of comfort mean more than you’ll ever know.

Even in the midst of tragedy, we believe in the power of community to bring comfort and strength. Thank you for holding this family in your hearts—whether through a donation, a prayer, or by sharing their story.

Thank you for your time.