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ID released in Lansford fatal fire; fundraisers started

The victim of Monday’s house fire in Lansford has been identified, and family members have set up a fundraiser in his memory.

Jonathan Honey, 30, died of carbon monoxide toxicity caused by the fire inside his home at 332 W. Bertsch St., according to Carbon County Coroner Robert Miller.

The manner of death is pending and will be announced once state police fire marshals complete their investigation of the blaze.

Honey reportedly escaped the blaze, but went back inside rescue family members and did not reemerge, according to police.

His wife and three children under age 8 escaped the fire by jumping from the second floor of the home. They are currently hospitalized with injuries.

Two other families were also displaced by the fire.

Jonathan Honey’s mother has set up an online fundraiser. https://www.gofundme.com/f/jonathan-honey-sr-fund?

The funds will be used to help the Honey family start over following the loss of their father and home.

The fundraiser states: “Anyone that personally knows Jonathan can agree that he was a wonderful husband and father! He was such a kind hearted person that would drop whatever he was doing to help someone that needed help! He not only was a great husband and father but a terrific son, brother, cousin and friend!”

Kierstyn Honey’s cousin has started a separate fundraiser with the support of Kierstyn’s mother. https://www.gofundme.com/f/2b7d88tf5c.

Her cousin, Desirae Berger, said in the fundraiser description that Kierstyn faces multiple surgeries, and the children are also recovering from their injuries.

“Any and all money from this will only be given to Kierstyn or her mom to pay medical bills, secure housing and help and things needed upon release from the hospital.”

In addition to the fundraiser, members of the community have been showing support by collecting necessary clothing items and money for the family.

Panther Valley schools will be holding a dress down day on Friday. Donations will be donated directly to the Honey family.

In addition, local businesses, including Coal Miners Bar and Grill, have set up donation jars. The restaurant said it would donate 10 percent of its proceeds to the families affected by the fire.

Berger is collecting clothing and other essential items such as diapers, wipes and toys at her home, 60 W. Catawissa St. in Nesquehoning. A full list of clothing sizes is posted on her Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/desirae.berger/posts/10165346178940355?

COPYRIGHT LARRY NEFF/SPECIAL TO THE TIMES NEWS