Vivian & Terry Hayes - 2004

Awarded this 7th day of February, 2004

This honor is extended as the department’s highest achievement award for contributing to the development of the fire service in Campbell County. The Walk of Fame exemplifies the attributes of volunteers who unselfishly gives of their time and talents to the community.

Vivian and Terry Hayes stand as recipients of the 2003 Walk of Fame award. The Campbell County Fire Department is founded on the belief of giving to others. Vivian and Terry exemplify what it is to give of themselves.

This department is built on the dedications of its members. Vivian and Terry Hayes are shining examples of this dedication. Terry’s fire career began in 1981 and Vivian’s in 1996. Both were active and valued members of Station 9 in Wright, responding to emergencies, non-emergent calls and helping with various extra department activities such as “Fill the Boot.” Vivian and Terry are known to always be there when needed. Having served their time as active members of the department, they now enjoy the fruits of their labor and spend their days in retirement with not only their biological family but their adopted family as well. Not willing to let retirement slow them down, they return to Gillette every summer, live in their camper, and work tirelessly to prepare for seasonal activities. Vivian and Terry can constantly be found cleaning or fixing something, never seeming to take a break. They always have a smile and kind word for everyone. Vivian is known not only for her assiduous work on the lawns and cleaning of everything, but also for her superb cooking. Terry has a wonderful sense of humor and is a treasured hand in the shop assisting with repairs and maintenance of the fleet. Both Vivian and Terry are experienced hands at wildland fire, manning the tanker or grass trucks with enthusiasm. Vivian and Terry’s efforts embody not only the ideals of this department, but also its spirit. They are a treasure with endless value. Their enthusiasm is contagious; their work standards sets a pace; their level of commitment inspires.