The Estrada family has lost EVERYTHING. They think the fire started because of a space heater. No one was seriously hurt. They are in need of clothes and anything to make a home. If you come by to see the house, don't just drive by. Stop and offer a hand in the clean up or offer anything that would help them rebuild their home. They had no insurance and only got out with less than the clothes on their back. San Angelo show these people that we help each other.

I am looking for clothes in my closets where would I take them to.

What sizes of clothing do they need? Also, are there any other family members who are without clothing, etc. because of the fire?

By what I was told these people are going to move into her moms house since her mom is moving out of town. So, they have all furnishings and a home. All they need is clothes.

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You have no idea what you are talking about. If you choose not to give that is your choice, but do not make assumptions okey. I rent a home and my landlords are an elderly couple who cannot insure the home and they pay for repairs out of their fixed income. Everyones situation is different and no should sit in judgement. God Bless those who give and those who don't also. I am sure there will be lots of giving to this family because thats how S.A. is.

Have you ever heard of Renters Insurance?? If the homeowner isn't able to afford to have insurance, then it is up to the renters. So, the reality is this: If YOUR place burns down, you will hope the good people of San Angelo steps up to help you replace all that was lost and it would be purely because you didn't have Inusrance. Again, I am sorry for anyone who goes through a tragic loss such as this. But, it all goes back to accountability. I'm tired of everyone having the luxuries in life while refusing to spend the necessary money for insurance and then they put their hands out when something bad happens. Trust me, if I have a tragedy, I won't be asking you for help. I'll be contacting my Inusrance company.

I agree with you. That was very rude of jodinjeff and unchristian...and if this person was in need...he or she would have a whole different outlook on it. you dont just go around to all the places becauses they are there when you need something. we should help others in need without having to be asked. the way i remember san angelo being when i was a kid. enough said.

Obviously you have a heart defect. Just because you can do things the way you do, doesn't mean that those people could. You probably don't ever contribute towards any of the agencies who help deserving people either.
Those people didn't ask for help, their friends asked for them.
Get off your high horse and give it a rest.

Well maybe the City Council can advertise San Angelo as the "Charity City" and people can just flock here to be given whatever they need and they won't have to provide for themselves. Give me a break! My "Christianity" is not the issue. The issue is very simple. If you don't want to pay for insurance then you have to understand that it is not everyone else's responsibiility to take care of you when something happens. I'm talking about home insurance specifically. Not medical insurance. In the real world people have to be accountable. I am just tired of situations like this. But, being the "Christian" you are, I'm sure you wish no ill will towards me and aren't muttering under your breath that you sure hope I don't have a tragedy because then I'd get what I deserve. Right?

some people can't afford to get insurance of any kind.

I understand that. My issue though is that the majority of people who "can't afford" insurance are NOT going without luxuries. They still have cable/satellite, cell phones, multiple vehicles (probably without insurance on them as well) and they choose to spend their money on the luxuries instead of on the necessities. Then, when a tragedy happens, they look to everyone else to help them. That is my complaint now and will continue to be my complaint. I'm sorry that nobody else is able to look at reality. It's easy to get caught up in the sadness of the situation. But, sometimes you have to look beyond that and see the big picture.

WOW! I'm so glad we live in a country that offers us the right to Free Speech! I'm even happier that the Standard Times has chosen to NOT censor what people have to say. God Bless America!!

Bah Humbug!

"My issue though is that the majority of people who "can't afford" insurance are NOT going without luxuries."
What study did you conclude this from? It sounds to me as if you have stereotyped an entire class of people based on personal opinions or maybe a couple of people that you have seen.

Oh...I didn't realize I had to have factual statistics before I could state my opinions about any issues. You're exactly right though...I am making a blanket statement and lumping everyone into the same category. I'm wrong to do that. I accept that. But, being wrong doesn't change the fact that people continue to believe they are entitled to things that they are not entitled to. And, when they don't want to pay for what they want or need, they expect others to do it for them.

"people continue to believe they are entitled to things that they are not entitled to"
Sure, there's a lot of that going on-I agree with you. But there's nothing in this story to suggest that the victims in this fire feel they are "entitled" to clothes or anything. When something like this happens, many people naturally want to help, and the original poster, who was obviously a friend of the family, was suggesting a way. Would you feel it was OK to donate clothing if the family DID have homeowner's insurance? Because it wouldn't pay out right away and they would still need clothes in the meantime.

You are absolutely right and I am absolutely wrong. I apologize for my posts. I wholeheartedly admit that the family was not asking for help and that it was simply friends doing so. But, let me just say this...Had this couple NOT had her Mom's house to move into, the "friend" who originally posted would have asked the community to give them EVERYTHING that insurance would have covered. Yes, it's true, insurance wouldn't pay out immediately. I get that. Again, I'm sorry. I posted out of frustration that was not aimed directly at THIS couple. It was a general frustration. I'm sorry.

who in the world asked YOU for anything? Keep your money to yourself and take it to the grave--there are plenty of us who believe that helping is just what we should do. If you don't, that's your choice, but don't fault other for caring. AND, even if they had insurance I am sure they still wouldn't have clothes to wear TODAY. Have you filed a claim recently? They wouldn't have had the money to get clothes today and that is when they need them. Please don't go out of your way-there are plenty of people to make up the deficit.

WOW! OUCH! That response hurt me right to my core. YIKES! I can take my money to my grave?? That's a very Christian response. Thanks! I'd love to take you up on that opportunity. BUT, my money goes to my Insurance Company. So, I can't take it to the grave with me. But, don't you worry about me....If I ever have a tragedy I promise NOT to post or have friends post on my behalf to ask for help because I am not worthy of it. I am evil and will be destroyed someday. YOUR response to me is exactly what I expected the majority of the responses to be like. YOU are representative of the citizens of San Angelo that I've met over the years. Thanks!

Awww come on people.... this family did have home insurance just a few months ago. For reasons beyond their control they had to let it go. And hey doesn't it say in the bible "My brother first".....? And as for the house they are going to. Its not her moms. Its her daughters and what is in it will not help them make a new home because it belongs to the daughter. They have to stay in this home without anything to call their own.it is not completely furnished, it is vacant. So as for sizes: mens pants 34 x 30, 32 x 30. mens shirts large, woman's pants size 14 and blouse large. shoes for men 9 and 9 1/2 and woman's 7. A special Thanks for all who are kind hearted and choose to help . By the way i was referring to people driving by and gawking, and if they chose to gawk they should help... God Bless

First may I state that some of you spend WAY too much time arguing over things that have lost importance a while ago....

Secondly, your arguing and such is no longer related to the article. Who cares where YOUR money goes or if you have insurance or not. And none of this has anything to do with Christianity, you don't have to know Christ in order to lend a hand to someone in need.

What happened to the good ole' rule "If you don't have anything nice to say, then don't say anything at all."????? Have those days passed or was I the only one that got that memo growing up?

If you got the memo, I'm not sure you understand it. There's nothing "nice" in your post, only derogatory comments.

I don't have much to give, however when I read this story tears welled up in my eyes. Reading this story made me want to give these people something, no questions asked. The fact that they didn't have insurance made me want to give even more. I can't imagine feeling any other way. Where can I deliver my donations.

Whatever happened to the golden rule. I'm glad that we live in a community that wants to give to those in need.

Donations can be given directly to the Estrada family at 118 s. Archer while they are there cleaning and looking for anything they can find. Also, if they are not there you can leave your donation @ 130 s. archer and the neighbor will give it to them.