In Loving Memory of Jet Set Sheik (1999-2016)
March 21, 2016 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of Jet Set Sheik (1999-2016)
“It was one of the saddest days of my life when I had to take Jet Set Sheik to Rood & Riddle [Equine Hospital] to be laid to rest. They were so good about letting me stay with him for a while to say my goodbyes to the ‘little man.’ I have so many wonderful memories with this guy; he wasn’t just a horse to me, he was my friend and family.”
Continue reading …Rest In Peace Don’t Skip Zip (1990-2016)
March 14, 2016 Comments Off on Rest In Peace Don’t Skip Zip (1990-2016)
“We were best friends, Skip and I,” says Clarice Cooper of Cooper Quarter Horses. “I could go on about his sire record; however, I choose to remember his kindness and magnetic effect on humans.”
Continue reading …Rest In Peace- Great AQHA Mare, Dotevita (1990-2016)
January 12, 2016 Comments Off on Rest In Peace- Great AQHA Mare, Dotevita (1990-2016)
Dotevita has a total of 23 foals, 15 of which are performers. The 1990 AQHA mare foaled such great show horses as Potential Diva and A Certain Vino.
Continue reading …Wellington and Worldwide Equestrian Community Mourning Following Death of Two Young Stars, Andres Rodriguez and Sophie Walker
January 5, 2016 Comments Off on Wellington and Worldwide Equestrian Community Mourning Following Death of Two Young Stars, Andres Rodriguez and Sophie Walker
“To lose two young athletes in this dreadful way is a terrible shock and our hearts go out to their families and friends,” FEI Secretary General Sabrina Ibáñez said.
Continue reading …Our Sincerest Condolences Following the Passing of Sue Cecil
December 16, 2015 Comments Off on Our Sincerest Condolences Following the Passing of Sue Cecil
We would like to extend our sincerest condolences to the entire Cecil family following the passing of their matriarch, Sue Cecil. The Cecil family has long been involved in the Ohio Quarter Horse Association. Her daughter, Chris Cecil-Darnell, is currently the organization’s President.
Continue reading …Our Sincerest Condolences Following the Sudden Passing of Horsewoman Lise von Uhlit
December 9, 2015 Comments Off on Our Sincerest Condolences Following the Sudden Passing of Horsewoman Lise von Uhlit
Some weeks are tougher than others, and the past two weeks have proved to be very tragic for the horse industry. Within a span of the last 14 days, we have lost numerous friends, mentors, great horsemen, mothers, daughters, fathers, and husbands.
Continue reading …AQHA Hall of Famer Suzanne Norton Jones Has Passed
December 8, 2015 Comments Off on AQHA Hall of Famer Suzanne Norton Jones Has Passed
Jones was involved in nearly every aspect of the horse industry, from breeding to showing to riding in international competition and more. Her most recent competition was at the 2014 Adequan Select World Championship Show, where she was honored as the Nutrena Senior Athlete.
Continue reading …Memorial Service Set For Daryl Lankin
December 3, 2015 Comments Off on Memorial Service Set For Daryl Lankin
A catered Life Celebration in loving memory of Daryl will be held immediately after the service at Bushy Park Farm in Aubrey, Texas.
Continue reading …In Memory of Consummate Horsewoman Daryl Lankin
December 2, 2015 Comments Off on In Memory of Consummate Horsewoman Daryl Lankin
A memorial service has been set for Monday, December 7th for Daryl Lankin, who passed away on December 2nd. A catered Life Celebration in loving memory of Daryl will be held immediately after the service at Bushy Park Farm in Aubrey, Texas.
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of Lifelong Horseman Jack Brizendine
December 1, 2015 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of Lifelong Horseman Jack Brizendine
“He loved his family fiercely, more than anything in the world. He fought until the bitter end to be with his family.”
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