APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) - The Appleton Fire Department is honoring the passing of 87-year-old, retired firefighter David Hemauer who died on November 11, 2024. Little hero beats cancer and rings in victory with Marinette police by his side According to a Facebook post from the Appleton Fire Department, Hemeaur served 26 years of his life in the service and safety of the community with the Appleton Fire Department. He joined the crew on April 12, 1965, and had various roles such as Firefighter, Driver/Engineer, Lieutenant, and Captain. Fire department in northern Wisconsin mourns unexpected loss of Assistant Chief, memorial fund created The post says that David retired from the fire department on January 17, 1991, and that his impact and legacy endured long after.