David Campbell Memorial Association

The DCMA has learned that Lieutenant Isai Huerta of Odessa Fire Rescue in Odessa, Texas died on June 14, 2026. On June 14th, Isai responded to a residential fire with his crew. While operating at the scene, conditions took a dangerous turn. Six firefighters, including Isai were injured. Isai sustained serious injuries and was transported to the hospital where he was pronounced deceased. Isai was 29 years old with 9 years of service. Our condolences go out to Isai’s family and the members of Odessa Fire Rescue. May he rest in peace.

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The Story Of The Portland Firefighter Memorial

Decades of Service By Portland Firefighters (part 6 of 12)

Beginning on June 26, 1912 (the one year anniversary of his death), an annual remembrance was held for Chief Campbell. With no formal memorial site, the service would take place at Campbell’s gravesite at River View Cemetery. The David Campbell Memorial (DCM), as it is known today, was completed and publicly dedicated on June 26, 1928. This first service included recognition of all Portland Firefighters who had died in service, of which there were 17 at that time. Over the next several decades, the list of Portland’s Fallen Firefighters would continue to grow, yet the DCM did not seem to keep pace. A 1948 Oregonian Newspaper article reported 19 name plates for fallen members were in place. By 1948, at least 27 members should have received recognition. Care seemed to turn a corner in 1966 with the death of Firefighter Virgil Spencer. Spencer’s name was recognized on the list as he became the 31st Portland Firefighter to be recognized for his sacrifice.

The DCMA has learned that Firefighter/EMT Michael E. Altman of the Chicago Fire Department in Chicago, Illinois died on March 17, 2026. On March 16th, Michael and his crew responded to a four-story apartment building on fire. Michael was engaged in search and rescue operations on the first floor when the floor collapsed into the basement of the building. Michael was rescued, but suffered burns on 90% of his body. He was transported to the hospital but passed away the following morning. Michael was 32 years old with 2 years of service. Our condolences go out to Michael’s family and the members of the Chicago Fire Department. May he rest in peace.

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The DCMA has learned that Firefighter Andrew Cross of the Morrill Volunteer Fire Department in Morrill, Maine died on May 15, 2026. On May 15th, Andrew and his crew responded to a fire in a wood chip silo at a lumber mill. During fire operations, an explosion occurred. Andrew was missing and a search began. 9 hours after arrival, Andrew was found deceased at the scene. Andrew was 27 years old with 3 years of service. Our condolences go out to Andrew’s family and the members of the Morrill Volunteer Fire Department. May he rest in peace.

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