CSM William R. Gay
Branches of Service: Marine Corps; Army
Military Occupation: Gunnery Sergeant
Bill Gay served in both the US Marine Corps and US Army for 30+ years, including service in the Vietnam War. Gay helped establish the Dan Daly Marine Corps League Detachment in Fayette County and served as Commandant of the Detachment for several years. He was recognized for his volunteer and leadership efforts by being selected as KY Marine of the Year in 2008. He also received the Marine Corps League Commandants Award for Excellence in 2023. Winning several national adult scouting awards, Gay spent more than sixty years supporting multi-state Boy Scout programs.