Late in the evening of December 23, 2022 a devastating house fire in Payne, OH resulted in the total loss for Paulding County resident, Dennis Stabler. Due to the high winds and sub-zero temperature, fire departments were unable to put the fire out, leading him to lose his home and everything inside. Thankfully he and his dogs were able to make it out safely. A volunteer fireman also sustained a leg injury from a fall.
He is currently working with his insurance company on a claim to replace his home and belongings and is staying with family. Friends of Stabler have set up a Go Fund Me (organizer Rachel Nicelley) to assist him in rebuilding his life after the fire. Any funds raised through the site will go directly to him to assist in this financial burden. Dennis Stabler is best remembered in Paulding County for his volunteerism at local high schools with football and wrestling coaching.
