2023 Grand Marshalls
Eldora & Larry Slack
Larry and Eldora have been married for 57 years. They have 3 daughters, 6 grandchildren and 8 great- grandchildren. Eldora retired from Jefferson County Public Schools to babysit their oldest granddaughter. Larry retired from Louisville Metro Parks
They grew up in Fairdale and attended Fairdale High School. Larry was in the band.
Eldora was a girl scout leader for many years and district coordinator for Girl Scouts. She coached softball for the old Fairdale Sports league in the 70's and 80's.
Larry was a volunteer firefighter for over 30 years for the Fairdale Volunteer Fire Department. He volunteered at the King of the Bluegrass for many years.
They have both been and continue to be strongly involved in the Fairdale Community Club. They are both members of the Fairdale Lion's Club. They deliver meals for Meals On Wheels. Eldora is the leader of Fairdale chapter of T.O.P.S
They instilled their love of community service in the daughters and grandchildren.