Clayton Dillahunty was born March 31, 1958 to Jewel and Lonnie in Glendale, Az. He went to school in Glendale and graduate from Glendale High school in 1975. In high school there was a fire station and while Clayton was running track, he would watch the guy’s train and hanging out and he knew that is what a wanted to do – be a firefighter. Clayton was hired by Flagstaff Fire Department in March 1981. Clayton was promoted to captain in 1984. Paramedic 1981- honor guard 2003(one of the First) – firefighter of the year 1994, he retired in 2007. Clayton loved traveling, Lake Powell, and Lake Roosevelt with his loving wife Tina. Clayton loved doing dioramas of the civil war and World War 2. Clayton is survived by his Wife Tina (married 43 years), children Andy (Sarah), and Jenn. Grandchildren, Marissa, Liam, Connor, and Shawn. 

In Clayton’s own words:

“The greatest assets I brought to the fire service are enthusiasm, a high energy level and capacity for work. I possess dedication and sincerity of conviction to make the fire service as effective and proficient as it can be. The strongest single skill I possess is in dealing with people. The strength and effectiveness of any organization can be directly traced to the way the members are allowed ownership and participation in department goals and projects. I believe my time in the fire service has given me a wealth of valuable experience".

Clayton wanted us all to know he loved being a firefighter and he loved Tina with all his heart!