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In the days following the fire, friends and supporters organized fundraising efforts to help Pierce’s husband and extended family with funeral expenses and other needs. Thousands of people contributed, reflecting the deep impact the family had on their community and on the broader hockey world.
Mike Hinrichs later released a public statement thanking first responders, friends, and the many people who had offered prayers, donations, and messages of support during an unimaginably difficult time.
Investigation Continues
The Minnesota State Fire Marshal’s Office continues to investigate the cause of the blaze. Officials have stated that, based on the evidence available so far, there is no indication that the fire was intentionally set, though investigators are working to determine exactly how it started.
A Lasting Legacy
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