Everything’s burnt to the ground.
Home destroyed by fire. Nothing but the clothes on his back.
Otago
Sadly on Saturday night while out visiting a friend, Gary received a call to say his bus was on fire. Racing back to where it was parked he could see the flames a few metres high and realised everything was gone.
His entire life he shared with his late wife was in that bus, including apart of her ashes.
Gary has insurance on the bus, however unfortunately didn’t have contents insurance.
This bus was his home so he is forced to start again with nothing but the clothes on his back.
Belinda West's involvement (page creator)
I am Gary’s (Westde as most would call him) youngest daughter.
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Contents - clothing, furniture, bedding etc.
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Where Gary’s at now 12 February 2025
Sorry guys I’ve had a hectic month and haven’t given an update!
Thank you so much to all those who have been generous enough to donate or share, Dad is forever grateful!
Dad is currently living in South Canterbury with an old family friend. He also has been paid out from his insurance for the fire but unfortunately was a lot less than he anticipated and only covered the bus and not the contents inside. Not quite what he expected or hoped for but Dad just wants to put it behind him and move on. Again thanks so much to everyone and sorry I haven’t shared an update sooner.
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