Help the Rhodes Family Rebuild After a Devastating Fire On the night of July 14, 2026 , my sister, Keysa Kay Henson Rhodes , and her family lost their home and nearly everything they owned in a devastating house fire. Keysa, who has limited mobility and partial blindness after surviving nine major surgeries, was awakened by the frantic barking of the family’s beloved dog, Dior . As smoke filled the house, Dior repeatedly ran toward a back bedroom, alerting Keysa’s husband, Eric , that their young grandson, Kai Kai , was still asleep inside. Thanks to Dior’s persistence and Eric’s courage, Keysa, Kai Kai, Eric, and their hero dog, Dior, escaped safely. Tragically, their home was destroyed, along with their clothing, furniture, food, medical supplies, and Kai Kai’s school tablets, toys, and other belongings. After years of fighting for her health, Keysa was working toward completing her associate degree t...
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Help the Rhodes Family Rebuild After a Devastating House Fire They Lost Their Home—But They Do Not Have to Rebuild Alone Imagine going to bed in the home where you built your life—then waking up to discover that everything you worked for is being taken by fire. On the night of July 14, 2026 , my sister, Keysa Kay Henson Rhodes , and her family lost their home and nearly everything they owned in a devastating house fire. In a matter of moments, their sense of safety, treasured belongings, and years of precious family memories were gone. Although their belongings can never fully be replaced, together we can help them take the first difficult steps toward rebuilding their lives. “Thanking God today for the love of family, the loyalty of friends, and the kindness of strangers.” —Robert Brault If you are able, please consider making a donation through the Rhodes Family’s active SupportNow ...
Help the Rhodes Family Rebuild After a Devastating House Fire Destroyed Their Home On Tuesday night, July 14, 2026, our family’s world completely fell apart. After surviving nine major surgeries over the last several years—including serious complications from diabetes, spinal infections, and eye surgeries that left her partially blind—my sister, Keysa Kay Henson Rhodes , was finally beginning to look toward a brighter future. Keysa has been studying diligently for her associate degree so she can become a remote medical records specialist. She is scheduled to complete her degree in October. Then, the unimaginable happened. The Night of the Fire At approximately 9:30 p.m., Keysa went to bed. Hours later, she was awakened by the frantic, persistent barking of the family’s beloved American scent hound, ...
Help the Rhodes Family Rebuild After a Devastating House Fire Destroyed Their Home On Tuesday night, July 14, 2026, our family’s world completely fell apart. After surviving nine major surgeries over the last several years—including serious complications from diabetes, spinal infections, and eye surgeries that left her partially blind—my sister, Keysa Kay Henson Rhodes , was finally beginning to look toward a brighter future. Keysa has been studying diligently for her associate degree so she can become a remote medical records specialist. She is scheduled to complete her degree in October. Then, the unimaginable happened. The Night of the Fire At approximately 9:30 p.m., Keysa went to bed. Hours later, she was awakened by the frantic, persistent barking of the family’s beloved American scent ...