Stella served as the Grand Marshall of Lobelville’s 2009 Christmas Parade last Friday. “To come to Perry County and be able to personally thank, face-to-face, each and every National Guard person who will be leaving, is an honor for me,” said Stella Parton. “These men and women quietly serve our country all the time, always on call, always at the ready. Now they will be leaving their homes to go overseas to the Middle East, and be in harm’s way, to serve America. How can we all not be humbled by their sacrifice? To simply be able to wish them Merry Christmas before they go is a privilege I couldn’t pass up.” “I’m really grateful that Stella Parton has accepted our invitation to be the Grand Marshall, and she is really coming to Perry County to meet and greet the National Guard people who will be leaving the next day,” said Lobelville Mayor Robby Moore. “With the departing National Guard unit, three high school marching bands, the floats, Santa, and Stella Parton, I know that this will be one of our most memorable parades ever,” Moore continued. In addition, Mayor Robby Moore also presented Stella with the key to the city. This was the highest attended Christmas parade they have ever had.

Mayor Robby Moore presents Stella with the Key to the City

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