Lyle passed away after a long illness December 28, 2005. He retired from the District in July, 1987.

Battalion Chief Ken Kerr passed away on April 17, 2006, having served the citizens of the District for over 28 years.

On March 8, 1995, Firefighter Don Koebel lost his life after being overcome by smoke at a house. Don, who began his career with the District on December 12, 1985, was buried with honors.

Eric Rueff died in an airplane crash on March 21, 1998. He was a member of the District from November 1, 1990, until his death. He developed the hose-carrying strap used to carry high-rise hose on the trucks. His love for healthy debate and meticulous detail were his trademarks. Eric was a Trench Rescue Training Officer at the time of his death.

Jim Smith worked up through the ranks to finish his career with the District as Interim Fire Chief in December, 1994. He spent much of his retirement enjoying his family and fishing with his son. He passed away in July, 2005.

On July 22, 1988, Acting Leiutenant Don Wilcox lost his life after being overcome by smoke at a house fire that happened on the 18th of July. Don, a twenty-three veteran of the District, was buried with honors.

Chief Wilcox served as Assistant Chief with Fire District No. 2 and No. 3 from May 15, 1967, until Chief Lipps' retirement. He then became Fire Chief of Fire District No. 2, serving until his retirement in July, 1987. Chief Wilcox's death at the age of 68 was a loss to the fire service.

"Lieutenant" Hoser, one of the most memorable members of the District, passed away on April 26, 2002, at the age of 17.  His image was featured on the fire department ornament for 1996 by Hallmark.  Hoser, the District's number 1 mascot and fire safety teacher beginning in July of 1985, was stationed at Station #1 at 6400 Martway in Mission until his retirement in September, 1995.