Fairfax County Fire & Rescue Department Capt. Kimberly Schoppa died Tuesday from occupational cancer.
Schoppa was hired as a firefighter in 2004 for the department and served over 18 years. She was assigned to Fire Station 27 in West Springfield at the time of her death, Fire Chief John Butler and the department announced.
“Captain Schoppa was a valued friend and esteemed member of the department,” the FCFRD said. “There is no doubt Captain Schoppa touched many lives throughout her career and will be remembered as a kind, caring and compassionate person. She was an exceptional leader, mentor, and friend. She will be greatly missed.”
With great sadness, @ChiefJohnButler announces the line-of-duty death of Captain Kimberly Schoppa on 4/26/22 from occupational cancer. Capt Schoppa served @fairfaxcounty for over 18 years. She was assigned to FS27 C-Shift & Honor Guard member, at the time of her passing. #FCFRD pic.twitter.com/Jb12RY47Uq
— Fairfax County Fire/Rescue (@ffxfirerescue) April 26, 2022
