In Memoriam
Honoring the Hawai'i firefighters we have lost, and the IAFF and national fallen-firefighter memorials.
We honor the Hawai'i firefighters who served their communities with courage and dedication. Their watch is over; we hold the line in their memory.
In Remembrance
Ret. FF George Sugi
Hawaii County Fire Department. Passed May 6, 2026; retired from HFD June 30, 1985. Our condolences to the Sugi ʻohana.
Ret. Capt. Albert Young
Honolulu Fire Department. Appointed February 24, 1975 and served 25 years; last assigned to Quint 12, 3rd Platoon. A private service was held.
Ret. FEO Darrel Sato
Hawaii County Fire Department, age 71. Served over 25 years until his retirement in December 2013. Keep his family in your thoughts.
Fallen Fire Fighter Memorials
🕊️ IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial
The IAFF's 40th Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial Observance is Saturday, September 19, 2026, in Colorado Springs. Honolulu FF1 Jeffrey Fiala's name will be engraved on the IAFF Wall of Honor alongside others who made the ultimate sacrifice. Learn more →
National Fallen Firefighters Memorial — held May 2–3, 2026 in Emmitsburg, Maryland, honoring firefighters from 2025 and prior years. Learn more at the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.