Father of the victims in Chadbourn fire releases statement

CHADBOURN, NC (WWAY) — Patrick Ellis, the father of the four children who died in the recent house fire in Chadbourn, has issued a statement to the community.

“I want to sincerely thank the people of Chadbourn and the surrounding communities for the incredible love, prayers, and support you have shown my family during this devastating time. Your compassion has been a comfort to us as we grieve the loss of my four children.

At this time, no official funeral arrangements have been made. When those plans are finalized, we will share them with you.

I also want to make it clear that our family has not set up or approved any fundraisers at this time. If that changes, we will personally let the community know.

Please continue to keep us in your thoughts and prayers as we walk through this unimaginable loss.”

The family asks for continued privacy as they mourn and will provide updates on arrangements in the coming days.