Help Christine Rebuild After Devastating Fire

Dear Friends, Family, and Community Members,

I am writing to you today to ask for your support for an incredible woman, Christine Austin. She recently experienced a heartbreaking loss. In the middle of the night, a lightning strike ignited a fire that consumed her entire garage in Lockport, Illinois. Chris was awoken by a call from her neighbor alerting her of the fire. Once she was out of the house safely, the only thing she could do was witness a lifetime of memories and cherished possessions go up in flames. Despite the brave efforts of our local firefighters, nothing could be saved.

Christine's garage was more than just a storage space; it was a treasure trove of generations of memories. It held her holiday decorations, gardening supplies, her only vehicle, and countless items that made her house a home. The loss is unimaginable, especially as Chris lives on her own, her two daughters now grown and out of the house.

Christine has always been a pillar of strength and selflessness. As a single mother, she worked two jobs to ensure her daughters had everything they needed. Her love and dedication are known far and wide, especially during the holidays when she would go out of her way to bring joy to others. Christine's sense of humor, strong faith in God, and unwavering commitment to her family and community have always been her guiding lights.

Raised on a farm with eight brothers and sisters, Christine learned the values of hard work and resilience early on. Those values have carried her through many challenges in life, but this loss has been particularly devastating. Now, we have the opportunity to give back to someone who has given so much to others.

We are asking for your help to raise funds for Christine to replace some of the items she lost, including her Christmas and holiday decorations, cooking/ grilling supplies, gardening tools, and other essential items that were destroyed. Every contribution, no matter how small, will make a difference in helping Chris rebuild and recover from this tragedy.

Thank you for your generosity and kindness. Together, we can help Christine restore a little bit of what was lost and show her that she is not alone in this difficult time.

With gratitude,

Maria & Jennifer, Christine's daughters