Support George Pappas' Family After Devastating Loss

My father, Bob Rowan, has operated Rowan Tire in Belleville, IL for the last 41 years. Yesterday, one of his dedicated employees, George Pappas, and his family faced an unimaginable loss. In the early hours of October 28th, a devastating two-alarm fire engulfed their home while they slept, leaving them with nothing. In addition to the destruction of their home and all of their possessions, George and his family faced the heart breaking loss of his father, brother, and the father of his niece's baby. Also perished in the fire were the family pets, two dogs and one cat.

Now George, alongside his mother, pregnant niece, and his one year old nephew, must navigate the daunting path ahead, seeking shelter and essential needs amid profound sorrow and grief. We ask the compassionate hearts of the Rowan Tire network, Belleville Community, surrounding towns, and anyone moved to assist this family in their time of need to consider extending a helping hand through cash donations as well as any new or used home and personal items. Non-cash donations can be delivered to Rowan Tire. This family is completely starting over so anything will be graciously received and deeply appreciated. 

Baby needs:

Little boy: 18-24m and beyond clothing, shoe sizes 4-5 and beyond, basic needs for baby, size 5 and beyond diapers, wipes, baby soap, lotion, ointment, etc

Unborn Baby: Gender neutral baby clothing, diapers (newborn and up), blankets, baby gear and other baby essentials

George's Mom's Sizing-Size M top and size S bottom

George's Niece-Large top and large bottom, 7.5 Shoe

Grocery store gift cards will be very helpful

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