Craig Hooper - Washington State Council of Fire Fighters

My name is Craig Hooper. I’m a retired member of Local 1762, Eastside Fire and Rescue. I spent the last 13+ years as a Battalion Chief. I retired 6/25 after serving 34 years. I grew up in Bellevue and currently live in Maple Valley. I am also a Fire Commissioner for KCFD43.

My journey in the fire service was inspired by a few friends and clients from my previous profession. One of those who encouraged me was Joe Sanford, the Kirkland Fire Chief. It was a great career and I’m thankful to those who supported me through the last year after some crazy medical issues.

I have been involved with the WSCFF Cancer Foundation since 2013 after Eric Monroe and Bill Hoover asked me to help out with all the organization was doing. It has been a great experience helping firefighters, their families and friends with cancer education, awareness and support. Every day brings us something new, the threats of cancer are real and we need to do all we can to reduce exposures and diagnosis. I believe that we are all responsible to make things better.

Speaker's Classes Present/Past

2026

WSCFF Cancer Foundation: What We Do

The WSCFF Cancer Foundation provides compassionate support for fire service members facing cancer diagnosis. From connecting individuals with financial planners, DRS, L&I Ombuds, and behavioral health counselors, to offering practical and emotional support, the Foundation addresses the unique challenges posed by a cancer diagnosis. The Foundation honors Bill Hoover, the co-founder of FCSN-WA who was instrumental...