Memorial vigil honors five fire victims in Jeannette

Miranda John has honored the memories of her four children and fiancé by holding special events over the past year. She has organized balloon releases on their birthdays and donated gifts to newborns in hospitals. This year, she remembers Kyson, 7; Kinzleigh, 6; Keagan, 3; and Korbyn, who was just a month old when tragedy struck. On the anniversary of the deadly house fire in Jeannette, about 50 people gathered for a vigil at the West Jeannette ball field. They came together to remember the five victims, including Tyler J. King, the children’s father. Miranda and her two surviving children escaped the fire with help from police and a neighbor. The vigil was meant to use candles, but participants used cellphone flashlights due to the cold wind. Pastor Nate Keisel addressed the crowd, noting the sadness of the occasion. Richard John, Miranda's father, expressed gratitude for the ongoing support they have received from the community. He acknowledged that while they cannot bring back the lost family members, they can continue to support one another. The home where the fire occurred still stands, with a memorial of stuffed animals nearby. The cause of the fire remains unknown. Miranda spoke of the overwhelming support she received after the tragedy, saying it helped her family cope during their difficult times. Now, Miranda and her sons have settled into a new home. She appreciates the community's love, which serves as a reminder that her loved ones will not be forgotten. “The friendships they formed and the lives they touched will always be part of their legacy,” she said.