Gibson City, IL – The Gibson City Fire Department is mourning the loss of Captain Tim Keim, who passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2025, according to an announcement shared by nearby departments.
In a statement Sunday evening, the Paxton Fire Department extended condolences to Gibson City firefighters, describing Captain Keim as a dedicated leader and public servant. The department’s post included a message of sympathy and the words “E.O.W. 11/10/2025,” a traditional term honoring fallen firefighters and first responders.
The cause of death has not yet been publicly released. Local officials and departments across Ford County are expected to participate in memorial tributes in the coming days.
Gibson City Fire Department, established in 1870, serves the Gibson City area in Ford County, Illinois, and provides mutual aid to surrounding towns, including Paxton and Melvin.
Community members have begun sharing condolences online, reflecting on Captain Keim’s decades of service and commitment to protecting residents across Central Illinois.
Memorial arrangements are expected to be announced soon.
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