Being a hero doesn't just come with the job for first responders - it's a way of life. That’s why the Red Cross is honoring Lt. Stephen Curry as part of its annual Celebration of Heroes breakfast. Curry and his wife were sitting on the beach one morning with their two daughters. Curry kept fighting. Curry risked his life to save another and that is heroic.

But one Roanoke City firefighter was at the right place at the right time on a Sunday morning. Kenny Barton will receive the Firefighter hero award at the annual Celebration of Heroes breakfast. When the call for help comes in, Barton jumps in the fire truck and is ready to go. One Sunday morning in January at Lakeside Baptist Church, Barton walked in late to find someone sitting in his normal seat. It was like God orchestrated everything, so I was thankful for everything and how it happened,” Litton said.

ROANOKE, Va. - The annual Celebration of Heroes event is designed to recognize those remarkable heroes in our area who have saved a life, performed an act of courage, or who unselfishly serve and give inspirational leadership to our communityA Celebration of Heroes recognizes ordinary people for extraordinary service. Click here to download the nomination form. Nominations are due by Jan. 20, 2020. Copyright 2017 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved.