Duane Myers - 2016

Awarded this 20th day of February, 2016

This honor is extended as the department's highest achievement award for contributions to the development of the fire service in Campbell County.  The Walk of Fame exemplifies the attributes of a firefighter who unselfishly gives of her/his time and talents to the community.

The Campbell County Fire Department proudly bestows on Duane Myers its 2015 Walk of Fame award.  Duane Myers started his fire service career with the CCFD in October of 1988; since that time he has served as a Firefighter, Training Captain, Station Captain, 2nd Assistant Chief, and Battalion Chief.  Duane trained literally thousands of first responders at CCFD and the coalmines, and he was a key proponent in the development of Gillette’s annual hosting of the International Mine Rescue Team competition.

Chief Duane Myers always projected a soft-spoken and reflective manner—preferring to listen to others’ points of view—while simultaneously contemplating the solution to a problem.  He eagerly took the lead on various projects including the Annual Christmas Tree Burn and the Fourth of July Pancake Feed, and he was instrumental in the construction of the AMFTC facility (which was built in memory of fellow firefighter Alan Mickelson).  Duane continually shared his knowledge and passion for the fire service by training and mentoring younger firefighters.  His mentees include two nephews who currently serve as career Captains.  He served a long and distinguished career at CCFD which he successfully balanced with the demands of work and  family.  It is no surprise that Duane is also a hero in the eyes of his wife Cindi and their children Beth, Jake, and Abie.

Duane Myers is hereby awarded the Campbell County Fire Department Walk of Fame award in recognition of his unwavering support and more than 27 years of service.  Duane exemplifies the true spirit of a volunteer firefighter, team player, friend, and dedicated community servant.  His actions serve as an example to fellow firefighters keeping with the highest traditions of the Campbell County Fire Department.