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Normal announces death of firefighter Ethan Jeffries; council holds moment of silence
Summary
The town announced the death of Normal Fire Department firefighter Ethan Jeffries, 23, who joined the department in 2023 and died after a battle with cancer; the council observed a moment of silence.
The Town of Normal and the Normal Fire Department announced Monday that firefighter Ethan Jeffries died April 7, 2025, after a prolonged battle with cancer. He was 23 and joined the Normal Fire Department in 2023.
Mayor Coos made the announcement at the start of the council meeting and offered the town’s condolences to Jeffries’ family and friends. The council observed a moment of silence.
No further details about funeral arrangements were provided during the meeting. The town did not provide additional personnel or benefit information on the record at this meeting.
