The family of Paul and Mia Scott, killed in a house fire in West Cumbria last month, said they were overwhelmed by people’s kindness.
In a statement released by Cumbria police on behalf of the family, they said: “Following the devastating events of Sunday May 22, Caroline and the close family of Paul ‘Archie’ Scott and Mia Scott would like to express their sincere thanks to all those who have sent cards and messages of support.
“Caroline is overwhelmed by everyone’s kindness which is greatly appreciated at this extremely sad time. Thank you.”
Fifty-eight-year-old Archie, and Mia, 14, died following the blaze at Toll Bar Cottages, Distington, in the early hours. Their black Labrador Ged also died.
The incident is not being treated as suspicious and an investigation is ongoing on behalf of the coroner.
Villagers wanted to do something to help the family and their neighbours, whose homes had been damaged, so launched an appeal.
The set up a Justgiving page online in the days following the tragedy and set a £5,000 target. It raised more than £7,500 in four days, allowing the organisers to raise the target to £10,000.
It has now surpassed the £11,000 mark.
