We regret to pass on that a Virginia Firefighter has died in the Line of Duty after responding to a structure collapse Thursday, February 13.
Firefighter Steve A. Weikle served as a member for 49 years at Boiling Springs (north of Roanoke) Volunteer Fire and Rescue.
Weikle responded with the Boiling Springs members to a structure collapse with farm animals trapped inside a building.
No one was injured while removing the animals, but shortly after responding to the call, FF Weikle was found in cardiac arrest outside of his home. Since the medical emergency happened within 24 hours of running a call, his passing is a Line of Duty Death.
FUNERAL: Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at 1 p.m. at the First Christian Church located at 231 East Fudge Street in Covington, VA.
Our condolences to all those affected. Rest In Peace.
Take Care. Be Careful. Pass It On.