MESA, Ariz. — On Saturday, the community came together to say goodbye to Mesa firefighter Paul Shupe.

Fellow firefighters, friends and loved ones shared cherished memories of Shupe at a funeral service held at Central Christian Church.

The firefighter served the fire department for more than 20 years.

Shupe died last week after a battle with cancer. He was diagnosed with glioblastoma in October 2024.

He is survived by his wife, Nancy, and their four children.

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