William Heller, February 20th, 1897

On Wednesday, September 9, 1896, while responding to an alarm of fire at 343 Bainbridge Street, Engineer William Heller of Engine 29 was thrown from the engine on which he was riding, fracturing his skull.

On February 20, 1897 he died from his injuries.

Career History

Appointed Hoseman Engine 29  - March 10, 1887

Transferred Hoseman Engine 15  - April 27, 1887

Transferred Hoseman Engine 29 - April 27, 1889

Transferred Hoseman Engine 26  - April 15, 1891

Promoted to Engineer and transferred to Engine 29  - October 16, 1894