Lansdale Area Fire Chief, Who Served For 43 Years, Has Died

LANSDALE, PA — Former Fairmount Fire Company chief and longtime area public servant Jay Daveler has died, the fire department announced over the weekend.

Daveler first joined Fairmount in 1957 and became chief in 1967, serving in that role for 43 years until his retirement in 2010.

"In addition to his leadership to the community of Lansdale Borough, Chief Daveler was instrumental in the development of 5th fire district fire training school, fire prevention program, and radio communications," Fairmount Fire Companys hared in a statement. "Jay also contributed to the fire service on a national level being published by Fire Chief Magazine in 1974 and 1976 for articles he wrote on the importance of ‘Pre-fire planning’, and the importance of ‘protection of exposures’ when fighting fires."

Lansdale police also shared their condolences.

"Chief Daveler devoted more than 50 years to the Lansdale community, serving with distinction and leaving a lasting legacy in fire service, training, and public safety—both locally and nationally," they said. "Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and our brothers and sisters at Fairmount Fire Company."

Service details have not yet been announced.