Supporting our 1977 classmate Terri

Goal:

 USD $7,500

Raised:

 USD $1,555

Campaign created by STEVEN PAINE

Campaign funds will be received by STEVEN PAINE

Supporting our 1977 classmate Terri

January 23, 2025

To those who remember or simply care enough to help, our 1977 DMHS Generals classmate Terri Cameron experienced a severe fire at her home on 01/22/25 at approximately 1 AM.  Although the structure is sound, the interior has been destroyed, and she will have to move out to rebuild.  

Her daughter, S.I.L., and a 4-year-old and 7-year-old grandsons were living with her, and now they are also displaced.  The first night, they slept in a camper in 18° weather.  Terri stayed with a friend; her kids are now with other family members.

All humans are safe, but a kitten was trapped and is now blind and suffering from neurological issues.  Perhaps those issues will correct themselves, but it will take time and expense.  Her other animals are safe.

Terri lost every piece of clothing she owned, and as I type this, she was trying to salvage something from the smoke damage.

Your donation will help:

1.  Cover the $2,500 insurance deductible
2.  The Veterinarian bills that are climbing towards $2,500
3.  Immediate needs for clothing and moving materials to move anything left into storage.
4.  Help Terri cover lost wages, where she only works 10 hours per week now.

Lastly, although this fundraising platform has been utilized from a "Golden Rule" aspect, it is also the most economical, allowing Terri to receive the maximum donation possible without platform fees and only paying small bank processing fees.

PLEASE KNOW THAT I AM ACTING ONLY AS THE "CAMPAIGN TREASURER," AND FOR EVERY DOLLAR ALLOWED, TERRI WILL BE THE BENEFICIARY.  I AM NOT EVEN SURE THAT SHE CAN FIND HER CHECKBOOK RIGHT NOW!  IT IS MY PLEASURE TO HELP, AND I HOPE THAT YOU WILL TOO.

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Updates

Update #4 - 02/02/25 IN SUPPORT OF OUR DMHS 1977 CLASSMATE TERRI CAMERON

February 3rd, 2025

Good evening,

Thank you for allowing me yet another moment of your time to read this latest update concerning the ongoing recovery effort by Terri Cameron (Class of 1977) after the fire that she experienced at her home early last week.

I spoke with her this afternoon and as you would understand, the situation and loss is overwhelming.  However, she is moving forward with determination if not a great level of confidence in her strength to keep processing and moving forward.  I attempted to reassure her that she is strong and this, while a major setback, will not forever define her future.

In summary:
* To date, a total of $1,405 dollars has been raised through your generosity against the original goal of $7,500 dollars.
* She continues to mourn the loss of her kitten that was trapped in the garage.
* Terri has completed (with help of friends) most of the debris removal and sorted through it as best as she can as of yesterday afternoon (02/01/25.)
Very little is salvagable as the fire must have been very intense inside.  She will be starting over.
* Some of the items lost include family heirloom furniture, a china cabinet filled with crystal, china and a player piano.  She has had all of this for a very long time.
* Beds, furniture, televisions, kitchen fixtures and anything on a kitchen countertop or is found within a kitchen cabinet is also gone.
* As was explained before, the majority of her clothing was destroyed or requires extensive cleaning in hopes that some of it is still salvageable.
*  It does indeed appear that the home sustained some structural damage in the flooring structure for the main floor over the basement.  The insurance company is continuing to resist the acceptance of this fact.  Fortunately Terri has the assistance of a local builder and an engineer to assist her in this negotiation.
* With good news, she reports that her cherished "Harley," her Harley Davidson motorcycle is did survive the fire with apparently only minor damage.  However, she did lose all of her leather riding gear, motorcycle clothing plus a custom motorcycle helmet that was made for her.

Please know that she appreciates each and everyone of you that has already helped as I do.  I would encourage you to continue to donate if you are able.  There is NO AMOUNT THAT IS TOO SMALL.  It all combines to help Terri at this time.

Thank you!!

Update #3 - 01/29/25 IN SUPPORT OF OUR DMHS 1977 CLASSMATE TERRI CAMERON

January 29th, 2025

Good afternoon,

Just a quick update here:

Thanks to the generosity of many, this campaign has now raised $1,155.  As I type this update, the first funding dollars are coming to her now.

If you have not already donated, please consider helping to increase this amount as we continue to Help-Terri-Rebuild.

Thank you!

Steve Paine


Update #2 - 01/27/25 IN SUPPORT OF OUR DMHS 1977 CLASSMATE TERRI CAMERON

January 27th, 2025

Good afternoon, 

A quick update here:

Total funds raised = $745
Funds promised   = $150
TOTAL TO DATE = $895

Terri will receive these funds in a day or so.  I leave it to her discretion how they are used.

I will note once again that her kitten, which was trapped in the garage during the fire, was severely injured. Terri made a tough decision Sunday (26th) to let her feline friend rest upon the advice of her Veterinarian.

However, that bill remains.  Perhaps we can help to alleviate that burden.

Please consider a donation in support of our friend.  Didn't really know Terri?  Please consider the donation anyway.  I certainly can "vouch" for Terri's kindness and character always.  Thank you!

Update #1 - 01/26/25 IN SUPPORT OF OUR DMHS 1977 CLASSMATE TERRI CAMERON

January 26th, 2025

Good evening,

Thank you to those of you who have donated funds on Terri's behalf at this time.
As of this writing, I understand the long and challenging process of removing debris from the house's interior began Saturday morning, the 25th.  While Terri and those closest to her are handling the majority of this effort, I understand that she is also receiving help in the form of volunteer labor from a local Amish community.

On first examination, the flooring structure that divides the main floor from the basement may have significant damage. In the worst case, these flooring supports will have to be replaced, increasing an already expensive restoration project.  Terri continues to work with the insurance company and probably will seek the assistance of an engineer to evaluate the insurance company's report.

I have received $655 on Terri's behalf, with the promise of receiving another $150 by the end of this coming week.  That would bring the total to $805.  Hopefully, more donations will be made during this coming week.

I want to offer (again) that there is an overwhelming financial need for many people in this world today, including those who might be reading this update.  But even a contribution of as little as $10 multiplied by the number of people who could be reading these words will assist in the collective fundraising effort.  Thank you in advance for your generosity. 

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