The Arvada Fire Department said they are mourning the loss of retired firefighter Kevin "KJ" Jacovetta, who died Friday after a battle with cancer. Jacovetta, who served more than 33 years with Arvada Fire, is remembered for his bravery and dedication. More than a decade ago, he earned the department’s Medal of Valor after suffering severe burns while rescuing a fellow firefighter from a house fire. Read more at: https://www.9news.com/article/news/local/arvada-fire-cancer-retired-firefighter-death/73-144503e9-ea5e-480f-94b5-0e82723ba035 More local videos here: https://youtube.com/@9news Subscribe to NEXT: https://youtube.com/@Nexton9NEWS Stay connected: 9NEWS Website: https://www.9news.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ilike9news X: https://twitter.com/9NEWS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/9newsdenver/ Download the 9NEWS App: https://www.9news.com/appredirect/ Sign up for the 9NEWSLETTER: https://www.9news.com/email 9NEWS (KUSA) is located in Denver, Colorado.