Ralph Meyer to be Added to National Fallen Firefighters Memorial

Meyer is among 70 firefighters who died in 2024 that will be honored this weekend.

(Napoleon, Ind.) - Ralph Meyer's name will be added to the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial (NFFM) in Emmitsburg, Maryland. 

Meyer passed away on December 4, 2024 at the age of 72 after suffering a heart attack, just hours after serving at a structure fire. He is among 70 firefighters who died in 2024 and 70 in previous years who will be honored at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial this weekend.

Meyer was a life member of the Napoleon Fire Company, having been active on the roster for 58 years in various capacities, including arson investigator, emergency medical responder, driving instructor, and fire chief. 

His final act of service was to be an organ donor. Based on his donation, he was able to help an estimated 100 to 150 people. 

You can read Meyer's full NFFM bio by clicking here.

The National Fallen Firefighters Memorial aims to honor America's fallen fire heroes; support their families, colleagues, and organizations; and work to reduce preventable firefighter death and injury.

 

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