A man who lost his elderly mum in a house fire that also seriously injured his dad and brother has launched a fundraiser to help the family who has 'lost everything'.
The 79-year-old mum passed away following the blaze at their family home on Glen Fyne Road in Cumbernauld on Friday morning. Her husband, 82, survived the fire while their 50-year-old son is fighting for his life in hospital.
Jason Smith has set up a fundraiser to help pay for his mum's funeral and help dad George get back on his feet when he's well enough, reports Lanarkshire Live.
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Writing on the GoFundMe: “In the early hours of July 1, my parents’ home went on fire. Tragically and sadly, my mum passed away in the fire.
“My father and brother managed to get out; my brother is fighting for his life in hospital. We have lost everything.
“I never thought in my life I would be writing a post like this to ask for help. Any help or donation would be greatly appreciated to help my dad and brother.”
Craigmarloch Community Council shared the online fundraiser, adding: “Our whole community has been shocked and saddened by the loss of one of our neighbours, and our thoughts are with George, his sons and their whole family.”
The group said in a Facebook post: “Jason’s mum, dad and brother’s house was lost in the fire in Glen Fyne Road.
"His mum tragically passed away in the fire and his brother is still seriously injured in hospital.
“We’re sharing a Go Fund Me page that has been set up by the family to help with funeral expenses and to help George get back on his feet.”
Neighbours and friends from around the local community shared their condolences with the family following the “heartbreaking” tragedy and sent messages of support to the two injured men.
Jason replied online: “I would like to thank everyone for their kind words about my mum and family.
"My mum was was a great woman.”
Donations to the fundraiser can be made here.
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