Howell Family House Fire Support

On Thursday, July 11, 2019 Paul Howell and his family experienced on of the most terrifying things that can happen to anyone – awakening to a fire in the family home.  After hosting a party, that took many weeks of planning and preparing, their garage caught fire due to oil soaked rags.  Paul, his wife Angela and their children Ava, Zane and Bronson were able to safely escape but only with the clothes on their backs.  This article has further details:  https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/archive/2019/07/11/cgb-crews-battle-early-morning-structure-fire-for-several-hours-in-washington-city/#.XSe0aiVMElQ

Those who have experienced something like this or know someone who has the damage from fire, water and smoke in many cases is unrepairable; their home is still be assessed to determine if can be repaired or must be demoed and rebuilt.  Even, with insurance we are all aware the replacement costs are never equally to the current costs.  As we can all imagine the devastation with an event like this really hits with the recognition that item you treasures, like family heirlooms or the first picture your child drew of you and your family home can never be replaced.  Though these are not things we can help them recover – we can help make the next few months easier, especially with everyday items like toothbrushes, soap and clothes – pantry or household items you do not think about but are there when you need them.  

 We are asking you to consider donating to a fund to help with these expenses – everything little bit helps!  We want Paul and his family to know they do not have to go through this alone and have a goal of raising $5,000.  Please forward to anyone who you think may want to help.

Thanks,
Your Optum360 Family