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Bob Day has been chosen as the Grand Marshal of the Western Parade on Thursday by the Nephi Nebo Posse, sponsor of the parade.

When told that he had been chosen as this year's Grand Marshal, Day said, "It is a great honor to represent the Nephi Nebo Posse and the Ute Stampede Rodeo as the Western Parade Grand Marshal."

Bob and his wife Nan have four children. They and their spouses are: Todd and Cheryl, Russ and Edria, Shane, Stephanie and Hadley. He is the proud grandfather of Klancie, Brandon, Ashley, Devun and Krystal. His parents are Don and Ula Day. He works for Juab County as the Building and Grounds Superintendent.

He has been a member of the Nephi Nebo Posse since 1965 and served as President in 1971 and 1982. He won "Outstanding Horseman" and the "Outstanding Horse" award for several years. He participates in the State Riding Club meet every year.

Bob says that one of his most rewarding experiences was the years of association with Juab and State High School Rodeo teams. He served as advisor for 27 years for the Juab team and served three terms on the State Board for High School Rodeo.

He was a member of the Nephi Jaycee's, a leader for the 4-H, President of Little League Wrestling, President of Little League Baseball and an officer for Little League Football. He was a member of the Nephi Volunteer Fire Department for 22 years before retiring and is now a member of the State Association. He served as the Chief of the department for several years.

He is presently a member of the Ute Stampede Committee and has served for eleven years. He currently serves as Secretary and Treasurer and has served as President for two terms.

A horseman for all of his life, he enjoy riding during family outings and enjoys family camping and hunting trips.