HELPING THE CAMPBELL-MOSOLF FAMILY RISE AGAIN
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In the wee hours of the morning on Saturday, September 26th, Brenda Mosolf was awoken by the shrill screeching of a smoke alarm. Disoriented, she walked out of her bedroom to see smoke billowing from the top of the French doors to the front of the house.
Brenda began frantically yelling “THE HOUSE IS ON FIRE!” to her parents, Larry and Cathy Campbell, who were sleeping upstairs.
Jolted awake, Cathy quickly ran downstairs to see what Brenda was yelling about. The hissing sounds of flames amidst the billows of smoke filled the atmosphere. Within minutes, the family’s two story home on West Hill was fully engulfed in flames.
Brenda tried to rescue her daughter Ana’s dog Gingy. While she could hear her in the bedroom, the smoke was so thick Brenda had to get out to save herself. Bella, Brenda's mini pom-maltice, was only found and saved because she brushed against Brenda's leg as she got out of the house.
Mother and daughter screamed in desperation for Larry and Lizzie the Labrador who were still inside. Luckily Anthony and Ana were not home at the time of the fire.
As windows cracked and burning embers fell to the ground, brave firefighters arrived on scene from Elmira, West Elmira, Golden Glow, Pine City, Big Flats, Horseheads, Town and Country, Elmira Heights, Southport and Baldwin Fire Departments to put the fire out. Plumes of black smoke and balls of angry fire filled the early morning sky, as the first responders fought back with all of their resources.
Five hours later, amongst the black soot and charred remains of their belongings, Larry Campbell was found deceased, his faithful Lizzie near him.
In shock, the brave family clung together as they faced the reality of the grave situation; not only had their beloved Larry and pets not escaped the fire, they had lost everything they ever worked for in life.
The Red Cross provided a one night hotel stay for Brenda and Anthony; friends and family have been paying for additional nights at a local hotel for them while recovery options are identified. Cathy is staying with Larry’s son Andy and his family.
On Sunday, Brenda, Ana, and Anthony returned to the scene and were able to recover few family heirlooms and a handful of charred photographs. The intense heat from the blaze melted parts of Brenda’s vehicles, leaving her with no usable transportation. Luckily the garages that house Larry’s beloved classic cars stayed free from fire. The only other item left unscathed was a wooden sunflower lawn ornament, a sign of hope left standing in a circle of charred memories, burned beyond recognition.
A sign of hope. That hope is you.
We are blessed to live in such a generous community, filled with people near and far who come together to help families during times of tragic loss. Please make a donation from your heart to uplift the Campbell- Mosolf family during this tragedy.
FUNDS RAISED WILL BE USED TO PAY FOR THE FOLLOWING:
*Funeral expenses to honor the life of Larry Campbell
*Interim stays at a local hotel until housing can be established;
*Short term housing assistance until insurance is processed;
*Securing a storage unit to temporarily house tangible donations such as clothing, appliances, furniture;
*Purchase of immediate basic needs, such as undergarments, clothing, food, toiletries, etc;
*Transportation needs, as well as new keys being made for the remaining vehicle;
*Purchase of dog/cat food, bedding, toys for surviving pets;
*Additional expenses related to rebuilding their lives; furniture, appliances, etc as well as medical co-pays associated with post fire trauma.
It’s difficult to imagine losing the most important person in your life… hearing your pets howl for their lives… and having to walk away from the rubble without even a pair of shoes on your feet.
Cathy, Brenda, Anthony, and Ana have lost everything that mattered to them. Determined to rise from the ashes, they need your help to get back on their feet
Every dollar helps, and every dollar is desperately needed right now.
Please help us reach our goal of $20,000.
HOW YOU CAN HELP:
Make a donation from your heart – no gift is too small!
Share this campaign on your social media – help spread the word!
Email this page to your friends asking them to join you in providing hope in raising Cathy and Brenda from the ashes of this devastating loss.
For those unable to make an online gift through GoFundMe, monetary gifts can be mailed to: Cathy Campbell
Thank you so much for your heartfelt messages and assistance in this time of need.
#CaringfortheCampbells #Risefromtheashes
Brenda began frantically yelling “THE HOUSE IS ON FIRE!” to her parents, Larry and Cathy Campbell, who were sleeping upstairs.
Jolted awake, Cathy quickly ran downstairs to see what Brenda was yelling about. The hissing sounds of flames amidst the billows of smoke filled the atmosphere. Within minutes, the family’s two story home on West Hill was fully engulfed in flames.
Brenda tried to rescue her daughter Ana’s dog Gingy. While she could hear her in the bedroom, the smoke was so thick Brenda had to get out to save herself. Bella, Brenda's mini pom-maltice, was only found and saved because she brushed against Brenda's leg as she got out of the house.
Mother and daughter screamed in desperation for Larry and Lizzie the Labrador who were still inside. Luckily Anthony and Ana were not home at the time of the fire.
As windows cracked and burning embers fell to the ground, brave firefighters arrived on scene from Elmira, West Elmira, Golden Glow, Pine City, Big Flats, Horseheads, Town and Country, Elmira Heights, Southport and Baldwin Fire Departments to put the fire out. Plumes of black smoke and balls of angry fire filled the early morning sky, as the first responders fought back with all of their resources.
Five hours later, amongst the black soot and charred remains of their belongings, Larry Campbell was found deceased, his faithful Lizzie near him.
In shock, the brave family clung together as they faced the reality of the grave situation; not only had their beloved Larry and pets not escaped the fire, they had lost everything they ever worked for in life.
The Red Cross provided a one night hotel stay for Brenda and Anthony; friends and family have been paying for additional nights at a local hotel for them while recovery options are identified. Cathy is staying with Larry’s son Andy and his family.
On Sunday, Brenda, Ana, and Anthony returned to the scene and were able to recover few family heirlooms and a handful of charred photographs. The intense heat from the blaze melted parts of Brenda’s vehicles, leaving her with no usable transportation. Luckily the garages that house Larry’s beloved classic cars stayed free from fire. The only other item left unscathed was a wooden sunflower lawn ornament, a sign of hope left standing in a circle of charred memories, burned beyond recognition.
A sign of hope. That hope is you.
We are blessed to live in such a generous community, filled with people near and far who come together to help families during times of tragic loss. Please make a donation from your heart to uplift the Campbell- Mosolf family during this tragedy.
FUNDS RAISED WILL BE USED TO PAY FOR THE FOLLOWING:
*Funeral expenses to honor the life of Larry Campbell
*Interim stays at a local hotel until housing can be established;
*Short term housing assistance until insurance is processed;
*Securing a storage unit to temporarily house tangible donations such as clothing, appliances, furniture;
*Purchase of immediate basic needs, such as undergarments, clothing, food, toiletries, etc;
*Transportation needs, as well as new keys being made for the remaining vehicle;
*Purchase of dog/cat food, bedding, toys for surviving pets;
*Additional expenses related to rebuilding their lives; furniture, appliances, etc as well as medical co-pays associated with post fire trauma.
It’s difficult to imagine losing the most important person in your life… hearing your pets howl for their lives… and having to walk away from the rubble without even a pair of shoes on your feet.
Cathy, Brenda, Anthony, and Ana have lost everything that mattered to them. Determined to rise from the ashes, they need your help to get back on their feet
Every dollar helps, and every dollar is desperately needed right now.
Please help us reach our goal of $20,000.
HOW YOU CAN HELP:
Make a donation from your heart – no gift is too small!
Share this campaign on your social media – help spread the word!
Email this page to your friends asking them to join you in providing hope in raising Cathy and Brenda from the ashes of this devastating loss.
For those unable to make an online gift through GoFundMe, monetary gifts can be mailed to: Cathy Campbell
Thank you so much for your heartfelt messages and assistance in this time of need.
#CaringfortheCampbells #Risefromtheashes
Organizer and beneficiary
Jessica Mosolf
Organizer
Elmira, NY
Cathy Campbell
Beneficiary
