Tommy Rayfield has been a part of the department for 8 years, seven in which he has served as Captain. He was recognized as Firefighter of the Year for 2023 and he received Firefighter of the Year in 2018.

He is a Construction Manager at Windstream Communications, where he has been employed for 15 years. He is the co-owner of H&R Hardware and Lumber in Hohenwald, TN. He and his wife Lena, have been members of New Life Christian Church for 14 years. Tommy has also served on the Security Team for the church for 7 years. They have two children, Lauren Bunch and Lee Heinrich, and four grandchildren, Keelee, Khloe, Matthew, and Jackson. In his spare time, he enjoys golfing, fishing, hunting, and traveling with his family. His favorite sport is golf, because he enjoys playing and competing with friends.

Volunteer fire departments have long been the tradition in Perry County, neighbors helping neighbors. When someone calls 911 to report a fire, the 911 dispatcher notifies the appropriate volunteer fire department in Perry County. Do NOT call these volunteer fire departments to report a fire! CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY.

If you need to reach Tommy, you may contact him through City Hall at 931.589.2736. If you have an EMERGENCY, contact 911.