11/08/2025
Our sincerest condolences to John and family. 😞
Thank you for making an impact on our community.
Fire Paramedic John Garza passed away this morning due to an ongoing battle with cancer. He was a 20-year veteran of Tempe Fire Medical Rescue. His last assignment was on Engine 273 at Station 3.
He was 52 years old.
Service was a key component in his life. In his role as a paramedic, he helped thousands of people with medical emergencies, saving countless lives. During his career, he became experienced in many aspects of fire service, acting as a captain, an engineer and more. He was also a veteran of the US Marine Corps.
He is survived by his wife, Liana Garza, and two children, Johnny and Maya.
