A community is coming together to help a father and son who are recovering from a tragic fire that claimed the life of a young mother in East Setauket last month. The fundraiser called “Donations For Steven and Leo Ortner” is collecting various goods for them.

 

According to a news report in TBR News, the fire that broke out at a home in East Setauket on February 18 claimed the life of Lisa Ostrowski, Leo’s mother and Steven’s fiancee.

 

Steven and 10-month old baby Leo both suffered burns in the blaze and have been recovering in Stony Brook University Hospital.

 

On Facebook, a call went out for donations to help the father and son. 

 

Baby Leo needs:

• Clothing size 18-24 months
• Baby wipes
• Diapers size 5-6 swaddle
• Baby gates
• Large bottles
• Sippy cups
• Toys (new)
• It was also shared that his mother loved to read him books and Leo absolutely loves books so books would greatly be appreciated as well

For Steven:

• Clothing size 2 to 3X shirts
• Socks
• Underwear x-large
• Sweatpants x-large-2X.

Also requested: Anyone having or knowing anyone that has a rental available they will be looking for a 2 to 3 bedroom in the local area close to Stony Brook University in the event that treatment is ongoing.

 

Call (631) 557-0071 for more information or to donate.