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Friends Rally on Facebook for Family Who Lost Home in Fire

Donations may be dropped off at 649 Wheeler Road in Monroe.

The Matthews family lost everything in a house fire on the heels of Easter Sunday night at 18 Robin Lane. Friends expressed gratitude that all got out safely and rallied to lend a hand on Facebook. Donations may be dropped off at 649 Wheeler Road in Monroe.

Among the needs are:

Size 7 girls footwear, Size 0 (or Small bottoms) Medium tops. Age 15

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Size Lg/xl womens comfortable clothing, 8.5 shoes, Size 13 and 10.5 mens footwear. SZ 38 pants, XL Shirts, sweaters, belts, ties. Size Lg sweats, shirts, shorts. Mens. Age 17

Blankets, Pillows

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"Anything would be greatly appreciated. If no one is home, Please leave donations on back deck," the widely distributed message says.


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