Greg Pickard - Firefighter - Texas

Lt. Greg Pickard, age 54, died on February 16, 2013, at a hospital in Galveston, Texas. 

Greg was a member of the Bryan Fire Department. He had 32 years of service. 

Saint Florian, Patron Saint of
Firefighters, pray for Greg

On the night of February 15, 2013, a fire broke out at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Bryan, Texas, after 11:00 p.m.. Greg went into the burning building with his team, but did not come out after being ordered to evacuate.

He and another firefighter had reported earlier that they were short on air.

Fire Department officials describe Greg as a true hero and the best of the profession. 

Greg is survived by many loving friends and relatives, including his wife, Susie; 2 children and 3 grandchildren.

Pray for all who die in the line of duty.

Thank you for serving, Greg. 

Let us pray that Greg Pickard is in heaven. Let us pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.