Chicago Fire Department Capt. David Meyer on Tuesday was remembered as a dedicated and loving husband and father, a relentless prankster, a gifted carpenter, and "truly a role model in every aspect of his life.

Firefighters from across the country gathered to pay respects to the life and nearly 30-year career of the captain, who died fighting an Austin garage fire last week.

Meyer was remembered by friends, family and fellow firefighters as a hard worker whose love was steady and pranks were sure to get a laugh.