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Tom Shearman has paid an emotional tribute to his wife, Fionnghuala, and their two children, Eve and Ohner, who died in a devastating fire on Boxing Day 2025. The tragic blaze engulfed their home on Brimscombe Hill in Stroud, Gloucestershire, claiming the lives of seven-year-old Eve, four-year-old Ohner, and their mother. Tom, a serving officer with Gloucestershire Constabulary, managed to escape the fire but was unable to save his family despite repeated attempts to re-enter the burning house.
In a statement released by Gloucestershire Constabulary, Tom described the event as an unimaginable trauma, saying, “I cannot begin to describe the anguish and trauma of the events of Boxing Day 2025. My family had its very core, its very essence, ripped from it in the most violent way.” Although he survived, the profound loss deeply affected his life, as well as the lives of those around him and the wider community. “Most importantly, and tragically, three of the greatest humans to ever grace our presence were taken from not just me, but all of us,” he reflected.
The fire erupted while the family was asleep. Tom and Fionnghuala were woken by the flames, forcing Tom to break out through a bathroom window in an effort to rescue Eve and Ohner, who were asleep in the back bedroom. However, the extreme heat and intensity of the fire prevented him from reaching them, as confirmed by Detective Superintendent Ian Fletcher. After multiple unsuccessful tries, Tom was forced to accept that he could not go back inside.
In the aftermath of the tragedy, hundreds of thousands of pounds have been raised to support Tom. He expressed profound gratitude for the overwhelming generosity and kindness from the community, stating that he felt “humbled beyond comprehension.” Determined to honor his family’s memory, he has begun plans to preserve his wife’s legacy in craft and design, to keep his daughter Eve’s love of books and writing alive, and to celebrate his son Ohner’s compassion. He concluded with a heartfelt message urging everyone to cherish their loved ones: “Because, as [Brazilian author] Paulo Coelho said, one day you will wake up and there won’t be any more time to do the things you want. Do it now.” Tom also extended his thanks to the emergency services for their efforts on Boxing Day, hoping they receive the support they need after what was such a grim and tragic day for all involved
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