Glendale Firefighters Local 493

05/10/2026

Mother’s Day is more than just a holiday it’s a moment to honor the strength, love, and unwavering dedication that mothers bring into the world every single day.

Today, we pause to recognize all the remarkable women of the GFD who wear many hats with grace, grit, and resilience.

Their ability to serve our department, our union, and community with professionalism and care, while showing up for your families with the same devotion, is nothing short of heroic.

Thank you for your compassion, your strength, and your steadfast commitment.
We see you. We value you. We honor you.

04/19/2026

For the past three weekends, your Glendale
Firefighters—along with our friends and families—have been out front at local Fry’s grocery stores raising money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA).

We’ve been overwhelmed by the generosity, support, and kindness from the Glendale community. Every dollar donated goes toward helping families right here in Arizona who are affected by neuromuscular diseases.

Glendale, you continue to show up in a big way, and we’re proud to serve a community that cares so deeply.

If you had a chance to stop by, donate, or even just say hello—thank you. Your support truly makes a difference. ❤️

01/21/2026

Today, we honor and remember Captain Kevin Thompson as family, friends, and members of the fire service gather to celebrate his life, service, and legacy.
Captain Thompson’s funeral ceremony will begin at 10:00 a.m.
You are invited to join us via the online link in honoring a firefighter, leader, and brother whose impact will never be forgotten.
Live view link: Ccv.church/stream (https://ccv.church/stream)

01/16/2026

🚓🔥 POLICE vs FIRE 🔥🚒🍀
Who pours the Perfect Pint?

Join us for the Guinness Perfect Pint Competition
📅 Saturday, January 31st
⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 Tim Finnegan’s Irish Restaurant & Pub

Come out for some friendly rivalry, great Guinness, and an even better cause. Proceeds will go toward supporting the Glendale Firefighters Cancer & Mental Health Foundation, helping provide vital cancer resources and mental health support for our members.

🍻 Who’s side are you on?

📧 RSVP: golf@timfinnegans.com

01/08/2026

January 21, 2026 we will be honoring and remember the life of Kevin Thompson.

Kevin was a devoted brother, friend, and servant to his community. His strength, compassion, and unwavering commitment to others left a lasting impact on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. He gave so much of himself both professionally and personally and his legacy will continue through the lives he touched.

We invite those who knew and loved Kevin to join us in honoring his life and legacy at his funeral service. Please keep his family, friends, and fire family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Rest easy, Brother. You will never be forgotten.

01/06/2026

Early this morning, we lost our brother Kevin Thompson (KT) after a long and courageous battle with multiple myeloma.

KT was more than a Captain—he was a brother, a mentor, and a friend. This line-of-duty occupational cancer death hits home for all of us across the Valley and throughout the fire service, reminding us of the risks that remain long after the call is over.

KT, we love you. You will never be forgotten.

Rest in peace, my friend.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from Glendale Firefighters Local 493!

Wishing our community a safe, healthy, and joyful holiday season. Thank you for your continued support—proud to serve you today and always!!!

12/24/2025

Merry Christmas Eve from Glendale Firefighters Local 493!

As you celebrate, please keep these safety tips in mind:

• Cooking: Stay in the kitchen while cooking and keep flammable items away from the stove
• Driving: Slow down, buckle up, and never drive impaired—arrive safely to those who matter
• Make Memories: Enjoy time with loved ones, put the phones down, and keep safety first so the memories last a lifetime

Wishing our community a safe, happy, and memorable Christmas Eve!

12/19/2025

Today, we remember Mark Fowl and honor his legacy of service, dedication, and brotherhood. His impact on our department and community will never be forgotten.

We Love and Miss You Mark!

— Glendale Firefighters Local 493

12/18/2025

Yesterday, in a historic development, the U.S. Senate passed the IAFF-endorsed Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act as part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), advancing a long-fought effort by the IAFF to secure federal recognition of occupational cancer as a line-of-duty death.

The bill, which has strong bipartisan support in both chambers, now goes to President Donald Trump, who will sign it into law today.

The Honor Act updates the federal Public Safety Officers’ Benefits (PSOB) program to recognize occupational cancer as a line-of-duty death. The bill extends death and educational benefits to survivors and presumes certain cancers are job-related, removing the requirement to pinpoint a specific exposure.

You can read the entire article at www.iaff.org

In a historic development, the U.S. Senate has passed the IAFF-endorsed Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act as part of the National Defense Authorization Act

12/12/2025

Our deepest condolences to the Phoenix Fire Department on the passing of Captain Luke Moran.

We stand with his Family, Friends, and Phoenix Fire Brothers and Sisters during this difficult time.
Rest in peace, Sir.

— Glendale Firefighters Local 493