Media
Coverage, tributes & remembrances
The story of Colton Ridge’s life, service, and the community that turned out to honor him, as told by those who reported it and those who loved him.
Clay County Fire Rescue
Honoring a fallen JFRD engineer
The procession and tribute for Engineer Colton Ridge Tibbetts.
News4Jax
“Just a fine young man”
Keystone Heights gathers to remember the 23-year-old engineer.
Daily Dispatch
A department mourns Engineer Tibbetts
The fourth-generation firefighter is remembered by JFRD and the community.
Legacy.com
Colton Ridge Tibbetts, 2002–2026
Read and share memories, and leave a tribute for Colton Ridge and his family.
Action News Jax
Community remembers a fourth-generation firefighter
Friends and colleagues reflect on Colton Ridge’s character and calling.
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