Local women who lost everything receives a Christmas Miracle

SOUTH ZANESVILLE, Ohio- A few weeks ago a local family lost everything in a house fire.

Saturday the community came together to ensure this family wanted nothing during this Christmas season. Melissa Corder just recently adopted three kids when the fire broke out at her home and destroyed everything. Corder said receiving this outpouring of love from the community is overwhelming.

“I am so amazed with everybody,” Corder said. “It’s so awesome. I never would have believe it would have been this much stuff for my babies.”

“Some good does come out of some bad. I’m grateful for these guys, for Sidwell’s, for everybody that has done everything for these kids to have the Christmas their having. I’m so grateful,” Corder said.

“People donated from all over Muskingum County and surrounding counties,” South Zanesville Fire Department, Chief, Russell Taylor said. “It’s just amazing for me to see how much good people (there) still are out there in our community that helps in a time a need.”

“I would like to present her with a check from the fire department and the community for over $5,000 to help you and your kids get your lives back together and have a wonderful Christmas,” Chief Taylor said.

“I thank you for everything you’ve done,” Corder replied.

“You needed it. We just felt we needed to do something for you and especially for the kids,” Taylor said.

“I’m so glad for you guys. You guys have done so much for me and I’m so grateful. Thank you. Thanks to all of you,” Corder said.

Chief Taylor thanked the community for all their support, without you none of this would be possible.