Schaumburg Professional Firefighters Association IAFF LOCAL 4092

Over the past three days, our members had the opportunity to participate in a weightlifting clinic led by Kirk Eichenberg.

Kirk provided valuable instruction on proper lifting mechanics, movement patterns, and injury prevention techniques that directly translate to the physical demands of our profession. By focusing on correct form and body mechanics, our members gained practical tools to improve performance, reduce the risk of injury, and promote long-term health throughout their careers.

On behalf of Schaumburg Professional Firefighters Local 4092, we would like to thank Kirk for sharing his expertise, dedicating his time, and investing in the health and wellness of our membership. We appreciate your commitment to helping our firefighters stay strong, healthy, and ready to serve our community.

Yesterday afternoon, Local 4092 and the Schaumburg Fire Department celebrated the swearing-in of FIVE new Candidate Firefighters! Please join us in welcoming:

- Candidate FF Joaquin Gonzalez
- Candidate FF Michael Maggos
- Candidate FF Austin Leonard
- Candidate FF Christopher Alcantar
- Candidate FF Osmundas Balciunaitis

Congratulations to all! Welcome to our L4092 family and we look forward to seeing you serve the Village of Schaumburg!

Congratulations to our fellow Local 4092 members as they celebrate work anniversaries in the month of June!

FF/PM Andrew DiVerde, 27 Years (6/3/99)
LT/PM Jeremy Jeschke, 18 Years (6/2/08)
FF Artur Wito, 18 Years (6/2/08)
FF/PM Thomas McDonald, 14 Years (6/25/12)
FF/PM Ryan Kelly, 13 Years (6/17/13)
FF/PM Daniel Annen, 13 Years (6/24/13)
FF/PM Robert Goshorn, 8 Years (6/19/18)
FF/PM Omar Acevedo, 5 Years (6/24/21)
FF/PM Sean McIntyre, 5 Years (6/24/21)

Thank you for your continued commitment and dedication!

In honor of Evan Zibell, the members of Local 4092 are proud to share an apparel fundraiser supporting Evan’s wife and children following his passing on April 11, 2026. One hundred percent of the proceeds will go directly to Evan’s wife and children.

The online store will remain open through June 7, 2026. All orders will be shipped directly to the address provided at checkout.

Thank you to everyone who supports, shares, or keeps the Zibell family in your thoughts.

Fundraiser Link: https://support-zibell-family.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Congratulations to our fellow Local 4092 members as they celebrate work anniversaries in the month of May!

BC Thomas Lally, 27 Years (5/3/99)
FF/PM Adam Greene, 3 Years (5/8/23)
FF/PM Nicholas Steiner, 3 Years (5/8/23)
FF/PM Justin Oine, 3 Years (5/8/23)
FF/PM Carlos Salgado, 3 Years (5/8/23)
FF/EMT Daniel Geary, 3 Years (5/8/23)
FF/PM Justin Babor, 3 Years (5/8/23)
FF/PM Casey Novello, 3 Years (5/8/23)
FF/PM Nicholas Merrell, 3 Years (5/8/23)
FF/PM Matthew Stark, 3 Years (5/8/23)
FF/EMT Brooke Jenskovec, 1 Year (5/19/25)
FF/EMT Nicholas Kamba, 1 Year (5/19/25)

Thank you for your continued commitment and dedication!

The information below includes all details regarding the wake and funeral services for FFPM Evan Zibell:

We want to extend our sincere thanks to everyone for the overwhelming prayers, support, and kind messages as we grieve the loss of our brother, Evan Zibell. The outpouring of compassion from our community and the fire service has meant more than words can express during this incredibly difficult time.

For those asking how they can help, The Yard Foundation has been created a page to support Evan’s family. Any contribution, no matter the size, will go directly toward helping them navigate the days ahead.

Please continue to keep Evan’s family, friends, and our members in your thoughts and prayers.

Send support to the family of FF/PM Evan Zibell after an unexpected loss — TheYardFoundation On the morning of April 8th, Schaumburg Fire Department’s FF/PM Evan Zibell experienced a medical emergency while off-duty, entering cardiac arrest shortly thereafter. While he was initially resuscitated thanks to the swift actions of his wife, Liz, and the Libertyville Fire Department, FF Zibell ...