Chaffee County Fire Protection Battalion Chief dies after motorcycle accident
CHAFFEE COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- The Chaffee County Fire Protection District (CCFPD) has lost one of its own after a motorcycle accident.
On July 3, the CCFPD said Battalion Chief Billy Cordova and his wife Holly were involved in a serious motorcycle accident. According to information shared by the fire district, the accident happened along Highway 82 near Basalt. After going to a hospital in Glenwood Springs, they were both airlifted to St. Mary's in Grand Junction.
Sunday, July 10, the fire district announced that Cordova had passed away. Below is a statement released on their Facebook page:
It is with heavy hearts we write this….This morning Chief Cordova passed away after a tough fight. Billy was a mentor, a teacher, a friend and so, so much more. Everyone of us have his voice right there both on scene and in the fire house. He truly loved and cared for each of us as family. Chief Cordova loved this fire department and expressed such dedication, his loss is devastating. As much as he committed to the fire service, he committed to this community and even more to his family. While we are grieving and trying to find a way to process this terrible tragedy, we ask that all thoughts and prayers focus to Holly and the family. We know we will see you again dear brother, you will always be with us. Your family will always be our family. We love you and miss you.
Chaffee County Fire Protection District
The fire district went on to say additional information will be released through their Facebook page as it becomes available.
The Chaffee County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) extended their condolences to their brothers and sisters at the fire district through a statement on Facebook.
It is with heavy hearts that we offer our brothers and sisters at Chaffee County Fire Protection District condolences on the loss of their Chief Billy Cordova. Billy was a strong, constant presence on scene with the Fire Department, at work behind the wheel of his equipment, and - last but not least - at home as a loving father and husband. We will always remember Billy’s booming voice, friendly smile, and faithful service to his community. Rest In Peace brother, we’ll take it from here.
Chafee County Emergency Medical Services
According to information shared by the fire district, Cordova's wife Holly is still in the hospital.
