Firefighter William H. Cadier

Syracuse Fire Department

Date of Death: November 1, 1954

Firefighter William H. Cadier died in the line of duty while operating at a fire scene with Engine Company 11. During suppression operations, he suffered a fatal heart attack. At 64 years old, Firefighter Cadier was the oldest active firefighter in the Syracuse Fire Department at the time of his passing. He was assigned to Station 11, historically located at the intersection of Milton Avenue and Hamilton Street on the city’s West End, where he faithfully served his community.