Whanganui Retired Couple Lost Everything in House Fire

$5,692 donated
Given by 60 generous donors in around 3 months

House-inferno destroys home and livelihood of retired couple: PLEASE HELP!

Manawatu / Whanganui

The house of the well-known and much loved retired couple John and Miranda Milnes burned down completely in Whanganui yesterday afternoon (11 Feb). They had only just finished setting up their moved-on house and garden ready to enjoy for their old age when disaster struck.

They could safe their grandson, their cat and their car, but lost all other belongings apart from the clothes on their backs.

They also lost their commercial kitchen in the blaze and therefore the opportunity to continue selling baked goods at the Whanganui market.

Please help to support this lovely community-spirited couple in their time of need until their house insurance comes through.

Sabine Hartmann's involvement (page creator)

John and Miranda are my lovely retired neighbours and very good friends.

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Any funds raised will go directly to John and Miranda to help with immediate accommodation and other running expenses, buying food, clothing etc.

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J & L
J & L on 06 Apr 2021
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. This is a small appreciation for your work caring for our environment, for all your hospitality and good company over the decades at Ahuahu, Ruatiti and Fern Lodge, and for your wonderful bread at the Saturday Markets. Our love to you both.
$1,000
Cherry
Cherry on 23 Feb 2021
So very sorry to hear of your loss John & Miranda. Kia kaha. Arohanui Cherry Pye
$100
Robin & Grant
Robin & Grant on 23 Feb 2021
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Celeste
Celeste on 20 Feb 2021
A small payback gesture for your good work in this community. Best wishes to you.
$50
Anon - just someone fond of this family
Anon - just someone fond of this family on 18 Feb 2021
Looking forward to the day you're back in a new home.
$100

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This campaign started on 12 Feb 2021 and ended on 12 May 2021.