Family Tries To Rebuild After Warminster Fire Destroys Home

WARMINSTER TOWNSHIP, PA — Bobby Butler had just moved to the township with his family to start a new chapter in their lives. But then he saw his future go up in flames.

The U.S. Navy veteran and union electrician's Manor Lane home was destroyed by a fire on Sunday night.

The Hartsville Fire Company, along with mutual aid crews, responded at 10:22 p.m. Sunday to a house fire on the 1200 block of Manor Lane. The fire was quickly extinguished.

The family was able to escape without injury.

Butler, his wife Maria, their two young children under age 2, and their two dogs had only recently moved to Warminster. Now, they face the unimaginable task of starting over from scratch, said Brooke Konstance, who created a fundraiser for them.

So far, the GoFundMe page has raised over $17,000 of its $10,000 goal.

"Thankfully, everyone made it out safely, but they lost everything: clothing, furniture, baby items, cherished keepsakes, and all the essentials they relied on each day," Konstance said.

Funds raised will go directly toward immediate needs like baby supplies, food, temporary housing, and clothing, as well as helping the family rebuild in the months to come.

"Bobby is the kind of person who quietly shows up for others whenever they need support. Right now, it’s our turn to show up for him," Konstance said. "Every donation, no matter the size, will make a meaningful difference and will help this young family feel less alone as they navigate this incredibly-difficult time."

Non-monetary donations can be dropped off at the Jack Costello Boxing Gym, 6846 Torresdale Ave., Philadelphia, on Wednesday and Thursday to Timmy Costello between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.

That includes:

• Men's: Shirts- XL, Pants: 36, Shoe: 10.5/11
• Women's: Shirts & Pants - Small/Medium, Shoe: 7
• Toddler Girl: 2T/18 months
• Infant Boy: 6-9 months