PAT BOONE 2020 Cattleman of the Year
by Carol Wilson
T
he deep baritone drifts through the cedar and juniper trees before rolling out over the hills and breaks of eastern New Mexico. The rich tones belong to Pat Boone, a multi-generational New Mexico rancher, and the song is the song of a cowman. It’s lyrics are written by a life filled with faith, the chorus repeats themes of honesty and neighborliness and hard work. Its melody rings with service and perseverance, while the harmony fills in friends and family.
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