North Haven’s Matthias Wirtz

Firefighter Matthias Wirtz, a 22-year veteran of the North Haven (CT) Fire Department, died after battling a two-alarm blaze in the 100 block of Quinnipiac Avenue in North Haven on December 26, 2022. He was 46.

Wirtz was found outside of the building with firefighters and paramedics working to save him as other crews, including those from New Haven and East Haven, worked to deal with the blaze that displa ced 13 people.

He was the loving husband of Barbara Cardito, brother of Monika Lussier, Helga Beckett, the late Peter Wirtz and their children . He is also survived by Barbara’s children Raymond Ayoub, Alexandra Springer (Christopher) and his faithful companion, his dog Rosie.

Please omit flowers and if so desired, a contribution in Matt’s name may be made to North Haven Professional Firefighters Charitable Association, PO Box 191, North Haven, CT06473. www.northhavenfuneral.com. - Fire News photos by Glenn Duda, Allhandsworking