Corban Summer Remembered: Memorial services for South Jordan firefighter who died while on duty

SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Memorial services for the South Jordan firefighter who died while on duty earlier this week took place today, April 26.

Corban Summers was found unresponsive in his dorm room at Fire Station 61 on Monday, April 21. He was transported to Jordan Valley Hospital where he was later pronounced dead. While the death is currently under investigation, authorities believe it was medical in nature.

Memorial services, including the procession and funeral service, took place today. The services were open to the public.

The funeral featured remarks from family and community members, musical tributes, a ceremonial bell ringing, and a final dispatcher call honoring Firefighter Summers’ service and sacrifice.

Friends and family described Summers as an incredible firefighter, friend, father, and husband, saying he had a great sense of humor and could make anyone laugh.

“I don’t know a firefighter better than Corban that would just jump in and help his brother, sister, or anybody else in need,” South Jordan Fire Chief Chris Dawson said.

Johnny Riche, a South Jordan man who knew Summers for 25 years, said he was the kind of person who “would give you the shirt off their back.”

“He loved being a fireman. The guy loved being a hero, and Corban really was a hero. He was just a fantastic guy that we’re going to miss greatly,” Riche said.

“He’s a legend,” said Derek McDermaid, a friend who worked with Summers for the Granite School District when Summers was an EMT. “This dude will forever live on in me. I love you Corb.”

Memorial Service Schedule:

Public Viewings:

• Friday, April 25 | 6:00–8:00 p.m.
• Saturday, April 26 | 9:30–11:00 a.m.
  The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
  3930 S 6000 W, West Valley City, UT

Procession:

• Saturday, April 26 | Between 12:00–12:30 p.m.
  A procession will travel from the church to Hunter High School.

Funeral Service:

• Saturday, April 26 | 1:00–2:30 p.m.
  Hunter High School
  4200 S 5600 W, West Valley City, UT 84120

Trevor Myers contributed to this report.