More information on services for Fire Marshal Cherrone:
All,
I would like to take a moment to thank everyone who has reached out to express support and condolences following the loss of Retired Fire Marshal Dave Cherrone. Your kindness has provided much-needed comfort to our entire Clay Fire family during this difficult time. The many stories you have shared about Dave’s impact—both personally and professionally—speak to the extraordinary legacy he leaves behind. He was truly one of a kind, and we were fortunate to have known and worked alongside him. Simply put: there was only one Fire Marshal Cherrone.
I am also writing to share the arrangements for his visitation and funeral services:
Visitation
• Date: Monday, August 25, 2025
• Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Location: Granger Community Church 630 E University Drive Granger, IN 46530 Memorial Service
• Immediately following visitation, beginning at 2:00 PM
• Also held at Granger Community Church Uniformed Personnel Walk-Thru
• Clay Fire will conduct a walk-thru at 1:00 PM, and we would be honored to have your agency participate.
• Participants should meet in the north parking lot at GCC by 12:30 PM o Note: This location is still being confirmed — final details will be shared once verified.
• Dress: Class “A” uniform (Class “B” may be worn if Class “A” is not available)
Thank you for standing with Fire Marshal Cherrone’s family and for honoring his service to our community. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or additional needs.
Jaren
Respectfully, Jaren C. Kilian | Clay Fire Chief
Shared by Joshua Frost:
It is with profound shock and tremendous sadness that I share the sudden and unexpected passing overnight of our dear colleague and friend, Retired Fire Marshal Dave Cherrone.
Dave retired from Clay Fire in May 2022 after dedicating more than 50 years of his life to serving our community, fully embodying the Clay Fire mission, “To Help Others.” His unwavering dedication, steady leadership, and genuine kindness touched countless lives. The legacy he leaves within Clay Fire, throughout our community, and across the fire service will never be forgotten.
At this time, arrangements for Retired Fire Marshal Cherrone’s services have not yet been finalized.
