Spokane: Flags Lowered For SVFD Firefighter
Washingtoner/10182789

Brian Coddington, Communications Director, 509.625.6740

Spokane Mayor Nadine Woodward has directed that all flags at City facilities be lowered to half-staff to coincide with Governor Jay Inslee's directive that state and U.S. flags at all state agency facilities be lowered in remembrance of Spokane Valley Fire Department Firefighter Dan Patterson.

"The loved ones of Firefighter Dan Patterson and his fire department colleagues are in our thoughts and prayers," said Mayor Woodward. "We will remember him for his dedication to the Spokane community. We continue to send our support to the Spokane Valley Fire Department and appreciate their continued service during this extremely difficult time."

More on Washingtoner

• What Would you Do with Your Time if it Was Actually Money?
• Mr. Hospital Bed Showcases the Best Hospital Bed and Air Mattress for Bed Sores for 2026
• City of Tacoma Presents Updated Financial Forecast as Next Step in 'Roadmap to Recovery' to Navigate National Economic Pressures
• Tacoma: Full Intersection Closure at E. 11th Street and St. Paul Avenue for One-Day Asphalt Repairs on June 27
• Spokane: Early-Morning House Fire Damages Two Homes on East Sanson Avenue

Firefighter Patterson suffered a cardiac event on Thursday, July 21 and he was taken off life support on Monday, Aug 1. In his last act of service he gave his organs to help those with medical needs. Firefighter Patterson received a Line of Duty Death Funeral on Wednesday, Aug. 10.

---

Show All News | Disclaimer | Report Violation