In Honor and Memory of Captain David Meyer
Chicago Fire Department – A Life of Service, A Legacy of Courage
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we share the tragic news of the passing of Captain David Meyer of the Chicago Fire Department, who lost his life in the line of duty during a fire early Wednesday morning.
Captain Meyer was not only a courageous firefighter but a steadfast leader, a beloved colleague, and a devoted family man. His death is a devastating blow to the Chicago Fire Department, his community, and all who had the honor of knowing him.
We ask you to please keep Captain Meyer’s family, his friends, and his brothers and sisters of the Chicago Fire Department in your thoughts and prayers as they navigate the unimaginable pain of this loss. His sacrifice will never be forgotten, and neither will the legacy of bravery, dedication, and compassion he leaves behind.
For more than [insert number] years, Captain Meyer served the people of Chicago with unwavering commitment. Day after day, fire after fire, call after call, he showed up—ready to protect, to lead, and to save lives, no matter the risk. His leadership inspired those around him, and his calm strength in the most dangerous moments made him a guiding light for newer firefighters and seasoned veterans alike.
But Captain Meyer was more than his uniform. He was a loving father, a devoted husband, a trusted friend, and a man who could be counted on—whether you needed help on the job or a listening ear after the shift. He was known for his quick wit, his easy smile, and the way he treated everyone with dignity and kindness, regardless of rank or background.
The fire that claimed his life reminds us of the dangerous, selfless work our firefighters do each and every day. While most of us run from danger, they run toward it. Captain Meyer made the ultimate sacrifice, and we honor him not only for how he died, but for how he lived—with courage, with integrity, and with an unwavering sense of duty.
As the CFD mourns the loss of one of their own, we ask that the people of Chicago stand with them. These men and women put their lives on the line every single day, and the burden of that service is never light—especially in moments like this.
In the coming days, as final arrangements are made and memorials are planned, we encourage everyone to show their support in any way they can. Attend a vigil, fly the CFD flag, wear black and purple ribbons, or simply take a moment of silence in gratitude for Captain Meyer’s life and sacrifice.
To the Meyer family: your grief is unimaginable, and your strength is profound. Please know that you are not alone. You are surrounded by an entire city, an extended family of firefighters, and countless hearts holding you close in thought and prayer.
Captain David Meyer’s name will live on—not only etched into plaques and memorials but carried in the hearts of every firefighter who continues the work he loved. He will be remembered in every alarm answered, every fire extinguished, and every life saved.
Rest in peace, Captain. Your watch is over, but your legacy marches on.
End of Watch – Never Forgotten.
Captain David Meyer
Chicago Fire Department