2 days ago · Doug Richardson served with Norwalk Fire Department since 1997, and died due to an off-duty medical emergency.

Norwalk, Iowa – January 28, 2025 - It is with profound sadness that the Norwalk Fire Department announces the passing of Doug Richardson, an active and cherished member of our department, who died of a medical emergency while off duty.

1 day ago · NORWALK, Iowa – The Norwalk Fire Department is mourning the loss of one of its own. Doug Richardson passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday. He was a captain, firefighter, and paramedic. The Norwalk Fire Department released a statement on Facebook that said Richardson died of a medical emergency while off duty.

1 day ago · NORWALK, Iowa — The Norwalk Fire Department along with several agencies across the metro are mourning the loss of one of their own. Doug Richardson died of a medical emergency while off duty this week. He was 46-years-old. Flags are flying at half-staff outside Norwalk Fire Department to honor Richardson who passed away unexpectedly Tuesday.

1 day ago · NORWALK, Iowa — Norwalk firefighter paramedic, Doug Richardson was honored with a solemn procession as fire trucks lined the streets on Wednesday afternoon, escorting him from the state medical ...

2 days ago · Doug Richardson was a longtime firefighter for the Norwalk Fire Department and the public safety manager for Des Moines Public Schools.

Norwalk, Iowa – January 28, 2025 - It is with profound sadness that the Norwalk Fire Department announces the passing of Doug Richardson, an active and cherished member of our department, who died of a medical emergency while off duty.

The Norwalk Fire Department is mourning the loss of one of its firefighters on Tuesday, who died due to an off-duty medical emergency, the department said in a Facebook post.

Doug was a staple in Des Moines' public safety for decades, including years of dedicated service as a Telecommunicator and Reserve Police Officer with the Des Moines Police Department. His commitment to helping others extended deep into our communities through this service with the Des Moines Public Schools-Public Safety Team and the Norwalk Fire Department.

1 day ago · Doug Richardson passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday.