Lyle Markey holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Fort Hays State University. Responding to the need for dedicated emergency responders, Mr. Markey became a volunteer firefighter...view moreLyle Markey holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Fort Hays State University. Responding to the need for dedicated emergency responders, Mr. Markey became a volunteer firefighter in 1986. Since then, he continues to serve with honor and distinction. Mr. Markey has woven some of his actual experiences into many adventures in The Toll of Valor, and now, The Dreams of Fire. His ongoing participation in emergency services, and his love of Jesus Christ, make Lyle Markey a must reader for the teen to adult fan of captivating adventure.
Deputy Chief Markey was honored to be nominated for the Tom McGaughey Award of Merit, awarded by the state of Kansas. The City of Wamego, Kansas also recognized Mr. Markey for ‘Selfless and dedicated action in response to the Ferrellgas propane fire — August 26, 2000.’
Lyle and his wife, Kay, live near the Flint Hills of Kansas. They were married in May of 1982, and have two lovely daughters. Their home is shared with an adopted border collie, a red Doberman and two very spoiled cats. The Markeys are co-founders of Sparrow Specialty Coffee of Manhattan, Kansas—an outreach to the surrounding community in the name of Jesus Christ.view less