Ned Murray was born into an active Frontier Days family in 1927. His father served as treasurer of Frontier Days in 1933 and 1934. Ned and his wife, Barbara, had a large and active family but it did not stop him from volunteering at Frontier Days and becoming a HEEL in 1962. In 1964 he was named Parade Chairman for two years and then Night Show Chairman in 1966. As Parades Chairman, his idea to include antique automobiles in the parade did not meet with acceptance in his first year. The idea was reconsidered in 1965 and the antique automobile section became a popular and permanent addition to the parade. He also began to look for the old Popcorn wagon. He had it redone and donated to the Old West Museum as a surprise to honor his good friend and CFD General Chairman, Lou Domenico. As Night Show Chairman, Ned was instrumental in bringing big name entertainment to the Frontier Days Night Show. Taking a risk with the idea of large name acts, the committee found that it paid off as it took the show to a new level and set high standards for the future. One of Ned's greatest pleasures was hosting autograph parties for the CFD Night Show entertainers and the USAF Thunderbirds. Ned had transformed a barn at his home into an old-fashioned saloon, called the "Peppermint Ranch". It was here that after a night show, entertainers like Lynn Anderson, Loretta Lynn, Roy Clark, Doc and Festus, Barbara Mandrell and Doc Stevenson were extended western hospitality with CFD volunteers. Ned was an original member of the Buckle Club and in 1992 he helped with the business incorporation of Cheyenne Frontier Days, Inc. His family continues the commitment to Cheyenne Frontier Days™ today and has been involved with many aspects of the Daddy of 'em All.