GALION, OH (CRAWFORD COUNTY NOW)—A Galion family has been left devastated after losing their home to a fire on Friday, but they remain resilient, holding on to their hope and strong faith in God.
Jamey and Tiffany Rose, along with their children, are navigating this challenging situation with gratitude for their lives and the support of their community.
In an interview with Crawford County Now, Jamey shared that he and Tiffany spent much of Friday dealing with their insurance company in the aftermath of the fire. The family is currently staying in a single room at the Sleep Inn while they search for more permanent accommodations. According to their adjusters, it may take up to a year before they can return to their home on Boston Street.
“Our twins just celebrated their 2nd birthday,” Jamey recounted. “My son reached for a Bluey doll at Walmart, and I reminded him that he just got that for his birthday. My wife sadly asked me, ‘Where is it?’ It’s surreal and sobering all at once.”
Jamey works for Ryan Logistics in Marysville, while Tiffany is a stay-at-home mother. In a heartfelt message to Crawford County Now, Jamey expressed gratitude for the outpouring of love and support from the community: “We’re asking for continued prayers. We believe in a mighty living God. Thankfully, no one was hurt. This is beyond devastating. We lost everything except our vehicles and the clothes we were wearing.”
The Roses had purchased their home just a year ago and had worked tirelessly to make it a place of comfort and love. Fortunately, their son’s pet lizard, “Lizzy,” survived the fire but had to be temporarily rehomed. The family is now looking for a three-bedroom home in the area, as their son attends school in Galion.
While many have offered to donate household items, the family currently has no place to store them. Jamey noted that they have received assistance from anonymous donors, the Red Cross, friends, and family to help with basic necessities.
As they embark on the long road to rebuild their lives, the Roses remain hopeful and committed to their community. “We love this town and our neighborhood, so we plan to do just that (rebuild),” said Jamey.