Fallen Firefighters Honored in Virginia: 'They'll Never Be Forgotten'
- Virginia will honor 12 fallen first responders, including Matt Gallina, at the 28th Annual Memorial Service on June 7 in Richmond.
- The event follows Gallina's death from occupational esophageal cancer in August 2024, highlighting risks firefighters face with rare, aggressive cancers.
- Gallina's widow, Michelle, who co-founded a youth baseball program with him, advocates for more screenings and early treatment for firefighters.
- The memorial service, starting at noon and open to the public, will be live-streamed, with Governor Youngkin as guest speaker to honor their sacrifice.
- This tribute aims to ensure these first responders' service is remembered and supports ongoing efforts to address occupational health hazards.
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Fallen firefighters honored in Virginia: 'They'll never be forgotten'
HENRICO COUNTY, Va. -- Gov. Glenn Youngkin served as the keynote speaker at the Virginia Fallen Firefighters and EMS Memorial Service at the Richmond Raceway Complex on Saturday.Twelve fallen heroes were honored during the service, including a number of local first responders: Trevor Brown Sterling Volunteer Fire Company Rodney J. Coles Richmond Fire Department Earl E. Dyer, Jr. Richmond Fire Department Matthew Gallina Virginia Beach Fire Depart…
Twelve first responders honored at Virginia Fallen Heroes Memorial Ceremony
HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — Flags flew at half-staff, and the sound of bagpipes echoed through the air, while a solemn crowd gathered in silence to honor Virginia’s fallen first responders. This year’s Virginia Fallen Heroes Memorial Service, held on Saturday, June 7, brought together fire officials, families and community members from across the Commonwealth to remember the lives and legacies of 12 individuals who dedicated themselves to publi…
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