A special fund created to help the family of an M.S. 280 student who died in a horrific fire in Belmont has so far raised $5,000 and hopes to raise a total of $15,000.

Jordan Conde, 14, was a 7th grader at the Norwood school. According to the posting by an unknown author, “Jordan was the class clown that everybody loved,” adding, “[Jordan] was able to attract everyone’s attention in the entire school.”

The blaze broke out on the first floor of an apartment building at 2381 Hoffman Street at 1:30 a.m. on March 5, where the Conde family lived on the second floor. The fire killed Jordan and his unidentified stepfather, who were trapped by the flames inside the apartment. More than a dozen others were injured.

Those donating to the fund left heartfelt messages for the surviving family members. Teacher Miriam Rivera wrote, “Jordan was also my student in the second grade. My heart is broken. My prayers are with his family.” Rivera added, “I will never forget him and the laughter we shared. God bless you Jordan, see you later!”

The fund will help cover the cost of the $6,000 funeral handled by the John J. Fox & Sons Funeral home in Bedford Park. Leftover funds will go to Jordan’s mother and sister who suffered serious injuries in the fire as well as losing all of the families personal possessions.

Those wishing to donate can log onto the website at:

https://www.youcaring.com/jordancondebriannacondeevelynconde-1129566.

 

Norwood News checked back with the FDNY on the cause and were informed on May 10, 2021 that the fire was still under investigation.

 

We are continuing to follow up with the FDNY on the cause.