Pueblo, Colo. – Richard (82) and Margie (77) Carrillo, a veteran couple known for their generous service to neighbors, received a brand‑new heating and cooling system this week. The donation came from WireNut Home Services as part of the Lennox Feel the Love program, which provides free climate‑control equipment to homeowners who have given back to their communities.
Nomination highlights a lifetime of service
Denise Carrillo, the couple’s daughter, submitted the nomination after sharing her parents’ story of self‑sacrifice. She wrote, “My parents have a big heart. They are always donating food and their time to help others. It would be so nice for them to have a cool home so my mom can continue to do what she loves by cooking meals not just for family but for others.”
Richard Carrillo is a veteran and former disc jockey who spent years working at benefits programs for people battling cancer—a fight he has faced himself. Margie Carrillo, despite living with rheumatoid arthritis, continues to prepare meals for those in need. Their commitment to service has been a cornerstone of the Pueblo community for decades.
Why the new system was needed
According to WireNut Home Services, the Carrillos’ existing air‑conditioning unit had begun to fail, leaving the home uncomfortable and making it difficult for Margie to spend long periods in the kitchen. The family had tried supplemental fans and portable units, but those solutions created additional problems.
“When we read the Carrillos’ story, what stood out was how much of their lives they’ve spent taking care of other people,” said Trent Urban, spokesperson for WireNut Home Services. “Even while facing their own challenges, they continue to give their time, their home and what they have to help others. Feel the Love gives us an opportunity to turn that around and take care of them for a change. We’re honored to be able to give Richard and Margie the comfort they deserve in their own home.”
Program details and local impact
The Lennox Feel the Love program, run nationally by Lennox, partners with local contractors like WireNut to identify homeowners who have demonstrated extraordinary generosity. Installations are performed at no cost to the recipient, and the program aims to improve quality of life for families who have contributed significantly to their neighborhoods.
WireNut Home Services, which serves southern Colorado, reported that the Carrillos’ new system was installed on October 10. The upgrade includes a high‑efficiency furnace and air‑conditioning unit designed to provide reliable temperature control while reducing energy consumption.
Community response
Neighbors praised the Carrillos for their decades of volunteer work, noting that the couple’s willingness to help has inspired many others to get involved in local food drives and charitable events. The donation has been seen as a tangible expression of gratitude from the community to two of its most steadfast volunteers.
“Richard and Margie have always been there for us,” said a longtime neighbor who asked to remain anonymous. “Seeing them get this help feels like the community is finally giving back to them.”
Looking ahead
The Carrillos plan to continue their outreach efforts, now with a comfortable home environment that will make cooking and hosting easier. Their story underscores the power of local programs that recognize and reward ordinary citizens who embody the values of service, family, and faith.
WireNut Home Services encourages other residents to nominate deserving community members for future Feel the Love installations, emphasizing that the program’s success relies on the stories and recommendations of everyday citizens.
Original reporting: KRDO (Colorado Springs metro) — read the source article.
