Overview

• Captain David Meyer, who died in the line of duty on April 23 in a deliberately set garage fire, was remembered during a funeral service on April 29 in Niles.
• Hundreds, including firefighters from across the country, attended public visitation and wake events held in Norwood Park on April 28 to honor Meyer’s life and service.
• Red ribbons adorned a three-mile stretch of Milwaukee Avenue in tribute, while pink ribbons were placed at the funeral home at the request of Meyer’s family to honor his granddaughter’s favorite color.
• Charles Green, a 44-year-old convicted felon, has been charged with two counts of murder and aggravated arson for allegedly setting the fire that led to Meyer’s death.
• Meyer’s name will be added to the fallen-firefighter memorial wall on Workers Memorial Day, commemorating his sacrifice and 28 years of service to the Chicago Fire Department.