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Brothers and Sisters,

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It is with great sadness that I inform you of the death of Brother Evan Zibell of Schaumburg Professional Firefighters Association, Local 4092. Brother Zibell passed away Saturday, April 11^th, 2026, after suffering a cardiac event earlier in the week. Brother Zibell was 37 years old. He is survived by his wife, and 2 sons, 10 and 3 years old.

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By orders of AFFI President Chuck Sullivan, the AFFI Honor Guard is activated.

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Brother Zibell’s services are as follows:

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Wake: Monday, April 20^th, 2026, from 1400hrs – 2000hrs, at The Chapel- 25270 W. IL Route 60, Grayslake, IL 60030.

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Uniformed Personnel Walk-Through: Monday, April 20^th, 2026, at 1900hrs, at The Chapel- 25270 W. IL Route 60, Grayslake, IL 60030. Honor Guard members should arrive no later than 1800hrs.

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Funeral: Tuesday, April 21^st, 2026, at 1100hrs, at The Chapel- 25270 W. IL Route 60, Grayslake, IL 60030. Honor Guard members should arrive no later than 1000hrs.

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Procession: Immediately following the funeral service to Brother Zibell’s final resting place at Lakeside Cemetery- 600 Lake St., Libertyville, IL 60048.

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I know this is three member deaths in less than a month. It’s been a difficult month for the professional fire service in Illinois. And I know that makes it hard on all of you. Please watch over each other. Please plan to be there and bring Local flags and tools for the services. This is when, “Whatever It Takes” is truly tested. I’m confident we will be there, together, to Honor, Cherish, Remember, and Salute Brother Zibell, his family, and his Local.

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Fraternally,

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Jay Coburn, Commander

AFFI Honor Guard