Duty Death: Earl Dyer - [Richmond]
End of Service: 05/10/2023
By Bill Carey
FireRescue1
RICHMOND, Va. — The Richmond Fire Department reported the loss of a veteran battalion chief while on duty on Oct. 5.
Battalion Chief Earl Dyer died after suffering a medical emergency while at work, the department stated in a Facebook post.
Chief Dyer was transported to a hospital and treated by emergency department staff but did not survive, WRIC reported.
“Chief Dyer is remembered as a man of the highest ethics, integrity, and possessing a strong moral compass,” Chief of Fire and Emergency Services Melvin D. Carter said. “He brought his own values to the organization in ways too many to enumerate.”
Chief Dyer started his career with the Richmond Fire Department in 1983 and had recently celebrated his 40th year.
“A dedicated public servant not only with Richmond Fire Department but also the U.S. Army. A true patriot who survived Desert Shield/Desert Storm and three tours in Iraq. A consummate professional, both in and out of uniform,” Chief Carter said. “But he treasured, first and foremost, his relationship with his family and friends. His loving wife, Anna, was by his side when he took his final breath.”