GILBERT, AZ (AZFamily) — Firefighters in the Valley are paying respects after a retired Gilbert Fire and Rescue captain died of occupational cancer.
The department announced the death of Captain David Tavares after his long, brave battle against cancer.
“David was one of the hardest-working, most reliable members of our department, and he will be deeply missed,” the department said in its announcement. “Our thoughts are with his wife, children, and loved ones during this difficult time.”…