Dallas Fire-Rescue Mourns Loss of Driver/Engineer Ted Carpenter
Dallas Fire-Rescue is mourning the death of driver and engineer Ted Carpenter, who passed away on his 48th birthday after a fight with stage four cancer. Carpenter was a 22-year veteran of the department.

Dallas Fort Worth, TX, August 4, 2026 —
Dallas Fire-Rescue is honoring the memory of Driver and Engineer Ted Carpenter, who died on his 48th birthday. Carpenter succumbed to stage four cancer after a battle with the illness.
Carpenter was a dedicated member of the Dallas Fire-Rescue department for 22 years. His long tenure highlights a significant commitment to public service and the safety of the Dallas community.
The department has expressed its grief over the loss of Carpenter, remembering his service and contributions. Further details regarding services or memorials were not immediately available.
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