by Gillian McDade
Two retired firefighters have been honoured at a reception hosted by the Chair of Mid Ulster District Council.
Councillor Trevor Wilson paid tribute to Wilbert McKay and Hugh Marshall who collectively served 66 years in the Fire and Rescue Service, stationed at Maghera.
Councillor Wilson says the safety of our community relies on the dedication, skill and professionalism of every member of the fire service.
He adds: “And while we all hope never to need their services personally, we know they are there to respond when we do.
“Wilbert and Hugh have been there for countless number of people over the years and in the course of their work have experienced difficult situations on an almost daily basis,” he adds.
He says that they will be sorely missed by their colleagues.
Mark Watson, Cookstown District Commander, NIFRS says both men have served their community with distinction over the years.
“They will be missed by their colleagues not only in Maghera Fire Station but across Cookstown District,” he adds.
CAPTION - Firefighter Sean McKenna, Crew Commander Jonathan Armour, Retired Crew Commander, Wilbert McKay, Councillor Trevor Wilson, Chair of Mid Ulster Council, Retired Crew Commander Hugh Marshall and Watch Commander Chris Glass.
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