Hometown Hero: Assistant Chief Wendell Frye, McKee Fire & Rescue Department

Wendell Frye, 60, of Pilgrims Rest has served with the McKee Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department for 23 years. Serving the community is a way of life for Wendell. He has also served with the Gray Hawk Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department for the past 6 years. He was raised by Homer & Rosie Carter both from Jackson County. Wendell has one daughter, Debbie Kelley who is 39 years old.

When asked why he volunteers for two Jackson County Fire & Rescue Departments Wendell responded, What motivates me to be a firefighter is that I want to help our community as much as possible. We volunteer our time and service. No one gets paid for this job."

If you wish to support the McKee Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department or all Jackson County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Departments you can send your donation/check to the Jackson County Fire Alliance. Donations/checks can be mailed to ATTN: Jackson County Fire Alliance PO Box 861, McKee, KY 40447. The donation will be split evenly among the four departments. However, it can be donated to a single fire department if specifically noted on the check.