Josh’s father Dean, stepmother Sandy and brother Andrew, were involved in a devastating home explosion near Chicago on Sunday, May 17, 2026. Sadly, Sandy lost her life and Dean and Andrew have been recovering in a burn unit in Chicago. Dean and Andrew lost everything in the explosion and will be staying with Josh and Lindsay while they heal and receive daily support with their injuries and recovery. Dean will most likely need to travel to the Cities for follow-up appointments and Andrew will need to continue care at Loyola University Medical Center in the Chicago area. This page has been created to help support the Horvatin family in various ways, including meals, gas cards for travel, gift cards for dinners, and other basic supplies they may need during this time.
Dean is diabetic and prefers softer to chew foods at least for the time being. I am sure Andrew wouldn't mind sweets :) The Horvatins are on the go quite a bit this time of year with softball, so please call or text before dropping anything off so they can coordinate and make sure the dogs are inside the house. Someone can meet you in the driveway. Josh: 715-308-2606 Lindsay: 715-308-0226