Tragic Santa Monica Fire Claims 92-Year-Old Couple | Los Angeles News

A devastating house fire in Santa Monica claimed the lives of 92-year-old Anthony and Helen Spaulding, a married couple of nearly 70 years who raised five children together. The blaze erupted before 3 AM on Lincoln Boulevard, and though firefighters rescued two people, both succumbed to smoke inhalation and burns — Helen’s death ruled an accident, while Anthony’s cause remains under investigation. Their devoted caregiver described them as a “lovely couple” with a “great relationship,” honoring a lifetime of love. No firefighters were injured as crews battled the flames. This heartbreaking loss serves as a sobering reminder of life’s fragility — our hearts go out to their family during this unimaginable grief. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/93157ccd6ecfe124 Presented by The Plant Daddies — rare specimen trees, living art, and hand-carved limestone vessels and fountains for extraordinary spaces. Showrooms in Los Angeles and Irvine. Listeners of Los Angeles News Today receive 10% off with code LANEWS10. theplantdaddies.com/lanews