Fraziers are Oakley’s grand marshals
The theme of this year’s 79th annual Oakley Independence Day Rodeo and Celebration is "We the People," so it is appropriate that not just one person has been selected as grand marshal.
The husband-and-wife team of Blake and Barb Frazier are the two marshals who will be leading the July 4 parade through Oakley, as well as holding court at the Patriotic Program immediately after.
The honor of being grand marshals is acknowledged by the couple, a long-time fixture of organizing and running the celebration, but the modesty is still there.
"We’re float-makers," said Barb, 62, with a laugh. "I’d rather make them than ride them."
Blake has lived most of his 63 years in Oakley, a town where his grandfather, Robert Frazier, was the first mayor. Blake served for 19 years in the city council, nine years as mayor, and 28 years as Summit County auditor. (He is retiring this year.)
Barb moved to Oakley from Marion when the two wed 37 years ago.
"We’ve just put a lot of time into the town," Blake said. "It’s because we care."
As for parade itself, Blake has two wishes for the car he will be riding in. "I hope it’s something sporty and they let me drive," he said.
79th annual Oakley Independence Day Rodeo and Celebration Schedule
Wednesday, July 2
4 p.m.
Special Needs Rodeo
8 p.m. PRCA Rodeo–Fireworks after the rodeo
Thursday, July 3
8 p.m. PRCA Rodeo–Fireworks after the rodeo
Friday, July 4
7 a.m. 5K Race
10 a.m. Parade (Entrants check in at 8:30 a.m. at the Oakley Recreation Complex. The parade begins at the intersection of State Route 32 and 4200 North, continues on northeast on State Route 32, and ends at the Oakley City Center.)
11:30 a.m. Patriotic Program at Oakley Recreation Complex, with barbecue following; $6 for adults, $4 for children
12 p.m. Junior Rodeo sign-up at Oakley Recreation Complex
1 p.m. Junior Rodeo and kids activities at Oakley Recreation Complex
8 p.m. PRCA Rodeo–Fireworks after the rodeo
Saturday, July 5
8 a.m. Breakfast at Oakley City Hall; $5 for adults, $3 for children
11 a.m. Horse Pulls at Oakley Recreation Complex Indoor Arena; $5 for adults, $3 for children
All day Co-ed Softball Tournament
8 p.m. PRCA Rodeo–Tough Enough to Wear Pink Night–Fireworks after the rodeo
To order tickets, contact Oakley City Hall at 435-783-5753 or go online at http://www.oakelycity.com ,
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