ST. LOUIS (KMOX) - The St. Louis Fire Department posted the following statement on "X".
With profound sadness, @STLFireDept mourns the passing of Firefighter Franchot O’Neal, an active member of our department with 33 years of dedicated service.
Firefighter O’Neal devoted his life to serving others with professionalism and unwavering dedication. His kindness, compassion, and presence touched countless lives within our department and throughout the community he proudly served.
We extend our sincerest condolences to Firefighter O’Neal’s family and to all those whose lives he enriched through his service.
The cause of death has not been released.
Funeral arrangements will be forthcoming and shared when available.