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Bob Cashell
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| 27th Mayor of Reno | |
| In office November 13, 2002 – November 12, 2014 |
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| Preceded by | Jeff Griffin |
| Succeeded by | Hillary Schieve |
| 28th Lieutenant Governor of Nevada | |
| In office January 3, 1983 – January 5, 1987 |
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| Governor | Richard Bryan |
| Preceded by | Myron E. Leavitt |
| Succeeded by | Bob Miller |
| Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents | |
| In office 1979–1982 |
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| Governor | Robert List |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
Robert Alan Cashell
April 22, 1938 Longview, Texas, U.S. |
| Died | February 11, 2020 (aged 81) Reno, Nevada, U.S. |
| Resting place | Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Cemetery Reno, Nevada, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican (1983–2020) |
| Other political affiliations |
Democratic (until 1983) |
| Spouse |
Nancy Parker
(m. 1964) |
| Children | 4 |
| Alma mater | Stephen F. Austin State University |
| Profession | Businessman and politician |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Branch/service |  United States Air Force |
Robert Alan Cashell (born April 22, 1938 – died February 11, 2020) was an American businessman and politician. He was well-known for his work in Nevada. He served as the mayor of Reno, Nevada, for 12 years. Before that, he was the lieutenant governor of Nevada. He also helped guide education in Nevada.
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A Look at Bob Cashell's Life
Bob Cashell was born in Longview, Texas. He grew up to become a successful businessman. He owned and managed many hotels and casinos. Later, he decided to enter politics.
From Business to Politics
In 1967, Bob Cashell bought a truck stop. He turned it into a popular casino resort called Boomtown Reno. He sold Boomtown in 1988. He also managed other famous places. These included the Ormsby House in Carson City. He also helped run the Avi Resort & Casino.
Cashell was a partner in several other businesses. These included Carson Station and the Comstock Hotel & Casino. He also owned places like Winners Inn. His family still owns and runs Alamo Truck Plaza. They also operate Topaz Lodge in Gardnerville.
Helping Education and Public Service
Bob Cashell cared a lot about students. He made large donations to the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR). Because of his help, a football field house was built. It was named after him to honor his contributions.
Cashell served on the Board of Regents. This board helps manage the Nevada System of Higher Education. He was a member from 1979 to 1982. This role showed his dedication to education.
He then became the 28th lieutenant governor of Nevada. He held this important job from 1983 to 1987. As lieutenant governor, he worked with the governor. He helped lead the state of Nevada.
Later, he was elected mayor of Reno. He served as mayor for many years, from 2002 to 2014. As mayor, he was the main leader of the city. He worked to improve Reno for its residents.
His Political Views
Bob Cashell was a member of the Republican Party. He was known as a moderate Republican. This means his views were often in the middle. Before joining the Republican Party, he was a member of the Democratic Party.
Later Years
Bob Cashell continued to be active. He served on the board for Station Casinos. He was on this board from 2011 until his death.
He passed away on February 11, 2020. He was 81 years old. He died in Reno, Nevada, after dealing with heart problems.
