It is with deep regret and heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Deputy Fire Chief Brian Gallagher this past Friday. Brian has been a member of Phoenix Hose, Hook & Ladder Co., No. 1 since 1976 and the Kimberton Fire Company since 1972. Brian was past president of Northern Chester County Fire Chief's Association and past Pennsylvania Fire Academy Instructor. Brian retired from the Chester County Fire Marshal's Office in 2007 after serving the Department of Emergency Services for over 30 years both as a fire dispatcher and Deputy Fire Marshal. Most recently, Brian operated his own business providing fire investigation and code enforcement services to municipalities and businesses.

The Officers and Members would like to pass on our deepest and sincere thoughts and condolences to the Gallagher Family, the PFD, and the Chester County Emergency Services familes in this loss of a great friend and mentor.

A viewing will be held Tuesday September 1st from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at St Ann's Chapel. A fireman's funeral will be held Wednesday starting with a viewing from 9:30 AM to 10:45 AM. A funeral mass will start at 11:00 AM. The chapel is located at 604 South Main Street in Phoenixville. The Burial will be at St Ann's Cemetery, located at 305 West Pothouse Road in Phoenixville.