Support the Family of Heroic Chicago Firefighter Captain David Meyer
The alarm sounded, and Captain Dave Meyer answered the call, as he had for 28 years with the Chicago Fire Department. Wednesday morning, battling a fierce garage fire on the West Side, tragedy struck. Captain Meyer made the ultimate sacrifice, leaving behind a grieving city and a loving family – his wife, parents, three daughters, and a son.
We lost a hero that day. A man who bravely faced danger time and time again, serving with Engine 96 and Truck 29. Commissioner Annette Nance-Holt spoke of his dedication: "We go to work every day and we never know if we are going to come home, but this is what he loved to do and he was really good at it."
Mayor Brandon Johnson echoed the city's sorrow: "Captain Meyer was a hero who served the people of our city with courage and honor for more than 28 years... This is a devastating loss." Governor JB Pritzker mourned "the loss of a true hero."
The community witnessed the profound impact of this loss, neighbors sharing stories of silent prayers and the heavy atmosphere. Alderman Emma Mitts captured the collective heartbreak: "Firemen that get killed in the line of duty, those who serve and protect... it breaks your heart."
Every day, our firefighters put their lives on the line to protect us.
Captain David Meyer embodied this selfless commitment. Now, it's our turn to answer the call.
Your support will provide crucial assistance to Captain Meyer's family during this unimaginable time, offering them comfort and demonstrating that their hero's sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Show Captain Meyer's family they are not alone. Donate today and honor the legacy of a true Chicago hero.
