Former Davenport Fire Chief Mark Frese Dies at 76

Davenport Rock Island Moline, IA, September 25, 2026 —

Mark Frese, who formerly served as the Fire Chief for the city of Davenport, Iowa, passed away on Friday morning at his home. He was 76 years old.

Details regarding the cause of death were not immediately available. Frese was a resident of Davenport at the time of his passing.

As a Fire Chief, Frese would have held a significant leadership role within the Davenport Fire Department. This position typically involves overseeing all aspects of fire suppression, emergency medical services, fire prevention, and disaster response operations for the city. Fire Chiefs are responsible for the safety and operational readiness of the department, including managing personnel, budgets, and equipment, and implementing strategic planning for the department’s future needs.

The tenure and specific achievements during Frese’s time as Fire Chief were not provided in the summary. Information regarding any public services or memorials was also not made available.

The Davenport Fire Department is a key public safety agency serving the Quad Cities metropolitan area. Its operations are crucial for protecting the lives and property of residents and visitors. The passing of a former chief marks the end of an era for individuals associated with the department and the community it serves.

The contractor’s name, specific dates of service, or any details about the circumstances surrounding his death were not provided. The summary focused solely on the fact of his passing and his former title.

Story summarized from the original created by Jayla Louis on www.kwqc.com, see more information here.

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