10/12/2026
We invite the community to join us in honoring the life and service of Firefighter / Medic Charles Jones, who passed away October 8.
- - Community Visitation | Wednesday, October 14 - -
Community members are invited to pay their respects at Hoy Kilnoski Funeral Home on Wednesday, October 14, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. While the visitation remains open until 6 p.m., we encourage the public to attend between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. to allow family and friends personal time from 2 to 6 p.m.
- - Procession and Bell Tower Ceremony | Thursday, October 15 - -
Following a funeral Mass, the Council Bluffs Fire Department will honor Firefighter Jones with a ceremonial procession and final salute.
The walking procession will begin near Broadway United Methodist Church, travel along the 100 Block, turn south onto South 4th Street, and conclude at Fire Headquarters (200 South 4th Street). See attached map. Upon arrival at Fire Headquarters, the department's Honor Guard will conduct a traditional bell tower ceremony and final salute.
Community members wishing to attend the procession are encouraged to line W Broadway from the 100 Block, around South 4th Street to Fire Headquarters by 11:15 a.m. on Thursday, October 15. The procession will begin following the funeral Mass, so the exact start time may vary.
