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Auctions & Donations > 2009 Famous Boots
2009 Famous Boots
Own a pair of autographed boots from comedian Larry the Cable Guy, billionaire Warren Buffett or from one of the many local and national celebrities who are also participating. The Famous Boots will be available for auction throughout the weekend at our silent or live auctions, check out the boots below to see when your favorite boots will be sold.
SATURDAY EVENING AUCTION
Warren Buffett..."I Love Beef!"
Saturday Evening Auction, Lot #3
The chairman of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., autographed this pair of cowboy boots donated by The Boot Rack in Albion, Neb., and Justin Boots, a Berkshire Hathaway company in Fort Worth, Texas. And Warren loves beef...it says so on the right boot! You will probably never again see a pair of boots autographed by Nebraska's own Warren Buffett! Click here to view a larger picture of the boots, and here to place your bid!
Bill Gates
Saturday Evening Auction, Lot #14
This pair of Tony Lama cowboy boots is signed by none other than Bill Gates. They were donated by Jeff Vinson of Farmers Insurance Group in memory of his mother, Nancy, who died of cancer.
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Larry the Cable Guy, "Git 'R Done"
Saturday Evening Auction, Lot #19
Whether you are an avid hunter, or traverse the urban jungle on a daily basis, these boots are a great trophy! One of the stars from the Blue Collar Comedy Tour, and Nebraska's most famous comedian, Larry the Cable Guy, has autographed a pair of camoflauge boots for auction.
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Craig Morgan
The headline performer for the 2009 Cattlemen's Ball has kindly added these fine looking boots to our lineup of Famous Boots! These boots would be a nice memento from this year's festivities! Donated by Mike Lilienthal. Click here to view a larger picture of the boots, and here to place your bid!.
Husker Athletics Head Coaches, Men's AND Ladies' Boots
These custom-made Husker boots have been autographed by Tom Osborne, along with Husker coaches Bo Pelini, John Cook, Doc Sadler, Connie Yori and Mike Anderson. Donated by The Fort Western Store, Lincoln. Click here to view a larger picture of the boots.
TRAIL BOSS BRUNCH AUCTION
Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman
This pair of Cody James western boots were donated by our Cattlemen's Ball host--the family of Greg Robb. They are autographed by none other than our state's chief, Governor Dave Heineman. Click here to view a larger picture of the boots.
Kevin Costner
This pair of boots was donated by The Boot Rack in Albion, and are signed by Kevin Costner and members of his band!
TRAIL BOSS RECEPTION AUCTION
Brad Paisley
These autographed boots are donated by Tom and Tracy Noble of Grand Island, in memory of E.J. Reise, Aggie Ketelsen, Delores Tremel, Harold Sonderman, and Jim Sonderman. Take a closer look!
U.S. Senator Ben Nelson
Tony Lama, size 8 (male), $275. Donated by Scott & Jane Kleeb, Lincoln, signed by Senator Nelson as a dedication to Cherri Thieman. Cherri is a cancer survivor and in her last round of chemotherapy. She lives in York, after moving from DeWitt, Nebraska where she worked at Nebraska's historic Vise-Grip plant. When the doors closed on Vise-Grip, she took on a new challenge, going back to school to be a teacher, while she also fought for her life. Senator Nelson couldn't think of a braver Nebrakan to dedicate his boots to...keep giving Cancer the Boot Cherri! Click here to view a larger picture of the boots.
SILENT AUCTION
Keith Urban, in Memory of Larry Sullivan
"Cody James" Men's Boots, size 9 1/2 D. These boots were autographed by country superstar Keith Urban in Nashville, Tennessee on March 9, 2009.mmThey were donated by Peggy Sullivan of Giltner, Nebraska in memory of Larry Sullivan.
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Charlie Daniels, in Memory of Lynn Lautenschlager
This attractive pair of Dan Post Handcrafted Cushion Comfort boots were donated to the Famous Boot Auction by Circle L Land & Cattle Inc. in loving memory of Lynn Lautenschlager. The burgundy boots are autographed by country music artist Charlie Daniels! Click here to view a larger picture of the boots.
Dolly Parton
This pair of "Ariat" brown/green women's size 6-1/2 boots was donated by Beth and Tim Knudsen of Grand Island Nebraska, in honor of their family members who have suffered from cancer. The boots were signed by Dolly Parton on March 27th at Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Click here to view a larger picture of the boots.
Lonestar
This pair of Double-H boots, size 9-1/2 D, were donated by JR's Western and Jacki Reflor of Kearney Nebraska. The boots are signed by members of Lonestar, including Cody Collins, Dean Sams, Michael Britt and Keech Rainwater. Click here to view a larger picture of the boots.
Various Artists
"Ariat" Ladies boots, size 6B, autographed in Nashville, Tennessee by Heidi Newfield, Sarah Buxton, Jamey Johnson and Bucky Covington. The boots were donated by Vicki Maltzahn, Century 21 Realtor, Grand Island, Nebraska in memory of Ivan Lucas. Click here to view a larger picture of the boots.
Various Artists
"Ariat" Ladies Boots, Size 11 B. Boot value: $149.95. Autographed in Nashville, Tennessee by various artists, including Ronnie Milsap, Julianne Hough & Chuck Wichs (Dancing with the Stars), Holly Williams, Ashton Shepherd, Miranda Lambert and David Nail. Donated in memory of Dean Hall. Click here to view a larger picture of the boots.
Bo Pelini
"Ariat" Sedona Boots, size 10-1/2. Autographed by Bo Pelini, Nebraska Cornhuskers Football Coach. Special thanks to Luann Zastrow. Donated by Western Edge, Don Barr of York and Grand Island. Click here to view a larger picture of the boots.
Tom Osborne
Donated by Western Edge of York and Grand Island.
CASINO PRIZES:
Dolly Parton (2)
"Dan Post" Men's Boots, size 8 1/2 D. Black Cherry, Lizard R-Toe-Boot. Autographed "Love Dolly Parton" by Dolly Parton in Nashville, Tennessee. Donated by Prairie Winds of Doniphan, Nebraska. Click here to view a larger picture of the boots.
Kenny Chesney
Boots donated by Bill & Kathie Degen/Burger King in memory of Bill Degen Sr. Click here to view a larger picture of the boots and CD.
Rumbles
This pair of ladies size 9M boots was donated by Joe & Judy Trausch of Applied Controls, Grand Island. The boots were autographed, along with a CD, on April 18, 2009 at the Liederkranz in Grand Island. The CD was donated by the Rumbles. Click here to view a larger picture of the boots and CD.
OTHER FAMOUS BOOTS, LOCATION TO BE ANNOUNCED:
James Caan & Scott Caan
Donated by Mike Lillienthal, MRL Crane Service, Inc, Grand Island
John Stamos
Donated by Al & Katie Panker, Doniphan
Steven Segal
Personal Boots donated by Steven Segal
Tom Watson
Donated by Jack Osborne
Brock Gloor
Donated by Jerry Tynan, American Family Insurance, Grand Island
Lieutenant Governor Rick Sheehy
Personal Boots donated by Lieutenant Governor Sheehy
Nebraska Senator Mike Gloor
Donated by Senator Mike Gloor, Grand Island
Husker Athletics Head Coaches
These custom-made Husker boots have been autographed by Tom Osborne, along with Husker coaches Bo Pelini, John Cook, Doc Sadler, Connie Yori and Mike Anderson. Donated by The Fort Western Store, Lincoln. Click here to view a larger picture of the boot.