A public funeral service will be held Sunday to remember a promising Jacksonville firefighter whose life was cut short last week in a car crash.
Life of 23-year-old JFRD engineer who died in crash to be remembered Sunday in hometown of Keystone Heights Read full article: Life of 23-year-old JFRD engineer who died in crash to be remembered Sunday in hometown of Keystone HeightsScattered showers, breezy conditions linger across northeast Florida, southeast Georgia through Monday Read full article: Scattered showers, breezy conditions linger across northeast Florida, southeast Georgia through Monday A northeasterly wind will bring clouds, gusty wind and cooler temperatures to our area for the rest of the weekend.
KEYSTONE HEIGHTS, Fla. – A public funeral service will be held Sunday to remember a promising Jacksonville firefighter whose life was cut short last week in a car crash. Tibbetts joined the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department three years ago, following in the footsteps of his father. In November, he was promoted to engineer at just 22 years old. In a social media post, JFRD called Tibbetts’ promotion"a reflection of his commitment, work ethic, and the firefighter he was becoming."evening at Keystone Beach, Tibbetts’ family set up a memorial table for people to bring flowers, pictures, or anything special to honor him.“Colton was more than a friend, more than a son. He was a brother to so many. The kind of person who showed up, who cared deeply, and who left a lasting impact on everyone lucky enough to know him. That kind of bond, that kind of brotherhood, doesn’t fade, it lives on in all of us,” Preston WilliamsA family friend this week told News4JAX that since Tibbetts was a young child in elementary school, he was extremely respectful, kind, and very intelligent. On Friday afternoon, JFRD held a procession for Tibbetts with agencies lining the route from St. Johns County to Starke.As JFRD escorted Engineer Colton Tibbetts home, the entire Northeast Florida community answered in the only way that mattered, by showing up.“He was a beloved son, brother, friend, and a dedicated firefighter who served our community with pride,” JFRD said in a social media post. “We ask that you keep the Tibbetts family, his crew, and all members of JFRD in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”“We have the utmost respect for those who put their lives on the line to protect the people of our great city. He chose public service as a career, following in his father’s footsteps,” JSO wrote on social media.“Jacksonville will always be grateful for his decision to serve our community and carry on his father’s legacy as a firefighter,” she wrote.Caleb Yauger joined the WJXT team in February 2025. He previously worked as a reporter and weekend evening anchor for Erie News Now in Erie, Pa., covering both news and sports.Ashley French is a News4JAX reporter who joined the station in January 2026 after reporting in Southwest Florida and East Texas.Family, friends honor man who was fatally shot during a road rage incident on Edgewood AvenueIt's a great day for Jumbo Shrimp baseball! Join us tonight for the home opening weekendDuval County schools warns families about unsanctioned ‘senior skip day’ at Jacksonville Beach240 new affordable housing units are for ‘people who keep this city running,’ councilman saysThe Block Jax owner continues working on parking solutions ahead of busy sports weekendSlow down & move over: Ride-along with JSO traffic patrol drives home important safety remindersVoices of the 904 Ep 2. - Her creative lens turned a studio into a space elevating Jax's identityViral video of Dasaun Williams’ takedown prompts new use of force questionsUSS Donald Cook departs Mayport as Operation Epic Fury continuesDevelopers break ground on affordable housing project in St. AugustineEnd the month off right with this lineup of events from March 26-29Pearl Street Square to bring apartments, restaurants, beer gardens & jobs to Downtown Jacksonville
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