Vista Fire Fighters Association, IAFF, Local 4107 Mourns Loss of Former Firefighter and President Emeritus.
It is with great sadness that the Vista Fire Fighters Association, IAFF Local 4107, along with the City of Vista Fire Department, regrets to announce that former Vista Firefighter and President Emeritus, Daniel Geygan has passed away unexpectedly on February 2, 2024.
Daniel Geygan served the citizens of the Vista Fire Protection District and the City of Vista for nearly thirteen (13) years as a firefighter, joining the ranks in 1957.
Daniel Geygan was responsible for the organizing campaign that led to the establishment of the Vista Fire Fighters Association, IAFF Local 1429, AFL-CIO; and was installed and sworn in as the Association’s first President on July 14, 1962.
Prior to becoming a firefighter, Daniel Geygan was a United States Army soldier serving in the Second Division Infantry during the Korean War and was honorably discharged from service on July 7, 1952.
On Veteran’s Day, November 11, 2021, Daniel Geygan was recognized by the Vista Fire Fighters Association for his honorable service to his Country and his selfless service to his Local. The members assembled at the 4th Quarter General Meeting, formally bestowed upon Brother Daniel Geygan the title of President Emeritus of the Vista Fire Fighters Association, IAFF Local 4107.
The City of Vista Fire Department and Vista Fire Fighters Association, IAFF Local 4107 will be dispatching their honor guard to pay respects as Daniel Geygan is laid to rest at Miramar National Cemetery and the Celebration of Life held in our neighboring city of Oceanside, Monday, March 11th.
Firefighter’s Prayer
When I am called to duty, God wherever flames may rage,
give me strength to save a life, whatever be its age.
Help me to embrace a little child before it’s too late,
or save an older person from the horror of that fate.
Enable me to be alert to hear the weakest shout,
and quickly and efficiently to put the fire out.
I want to fill my calling and to give the best in me,
to guard my neighbor and protect his property.
And if according to your will I have to lose my life,
bless with your protecting hand my loving family from strife.
