House Fire in Our Neighborhood

So sad . . . yesterday a neighbors house caught fire. Althought the fire dept was there super quick & all . . . . the large 3 story A-frame could not be salvaged. Thankfully no other homes or the 5 acre wood behind our homes caught fire. But it was soo incredibly sad. The homeowners Dave & his wife were both gone and it was difficult to reach either of them. The wife was finally contacted and she was at work all the way in Beaverton. Could you imagine the drive home from Beaverton to Welches, , , , all while knowing your home is up in flames? They are young grandparents - about my folks age, maybe younger. The men of the neighborhood, including Alan, helped Dave board up his home last night. It is believed to have been caused by the woodstove - a pipe that ran outside the home. They lost everything - except their dog. Their 1200 pine bed, all their handmade wooodworkings, expensive & sentimental drum se, photos, all gone . . . . we were amazed tho at their ability to remain calm. Please pray for our neighbors - Dave & his wife. Dave used to be our local butcher - so we have always called him Dave, the meat guy.