Wagontown Fire Company regrets to announce the passing of Phoenixville Fire Department Deputy Fire Chief Brian M. Gallagher. Brian joined Phoenixville FD in 1976. Through the years, Brian took on several roles including Lieutenant, Training Officer, oversaw their Junior Program. Brian became Assistant Chief for the second time in 2014 then Deputy Chief earlier this year.

Brian spent his entire career in the field of emergency services and life safety. He began his career at Chester County Department of Emergency Services as a Dispatcher in the Fireboard. He later transferred to the Fire Marshal’s office where he led the juvenile fire setter’s counseling program. Brian served as Deputy Chief Fire Marshal for several years until his retirement. Brian was also a Code Enforcement Official for several municipalities. Most recently, Brian operated his own business providing Fire Investigation and Code Enforcement services to municipalities and businesses.

Brian served as President of the Northern Chester County Fire Chiefs Association for several years until stepping down at the end of 2014.

Brian is also a life member of Kimberton Fire Company where he began as a Junior Firefighter in 1972.

Brian was a friend, mentor and all around go to guy for anything fire service related. He will be missed greatly.

Arrangements are pending and will be announced at a later time.