Charles Hackler and his wife were looking forward to a new chapter in life. Charles had just retired, and they were less than a week away from selling their home when tragedy struck. To save money, they had turned off their electricity and canceled their homeowners insurance. One evening, while using candles to light their home, their dog knocked over a candle, sparking a fire that quickly engulfed the house.

In the chaos, Charles bravely tried to rescue their other 2 dogs who were in a kennel. He suffered burns on his back during the attempt, and heartbreakingly, the dog did not survive. A neighbor stepped in to help bury their beloved pet in the backyard, offering a small comfort during an unimaginably difficult time.

Now, Charles and his wife are left without a home, facing the challenges of finding housing, replacing essentials like clothing and food, and tending to Charles’s injuries. They are also grieving the loss of their pet. Friends and neighbors are coming together to organize a music benefit concert to help boost support for this GoFundMe. Please consider donating or sharing this fundraiser to help Charles and his wife rebuild their lives. Every bit of support means the world to them as they start over after this devastating loss.