In Memoriam: William ‘Doug’ Haws, Judge and Hall of Fame Member
June 4, 2014 Comments Off on In Memoriam: William ‘Doug’ Haws, Judge and Hall of Fame Member
He was a member of the American Quarter Horse Association, the Pinto Horse Association, Utah Quarter Horse Hall of Fame, Pinto Horse Hall of Fame, and was a President of the World Champion Cutter Racing Association.
Continue reading …OQHA Past President Charlie Menker Has Passed Away, Services to Take Place June 5-6
June 3, 2014 Comments Off on OQHA Past President Charlie Menker Has Passed Away, Services to Take Place June 5-6
Charlie’s greatest accomplishment was being a husband, father and grandfather. He instilled his love of horses into his children and grandchildren. He will be missed by the horse industry.
Continue reading …Our Sincerest Condolences Following the Passing of PtHA Past President, John Humphrey
May 30, 2014 Comments Off on Our Sincerest Condolences Following the Passing of PtHA Past President, John Humphrey
John was a wonderful asset to the Pinto Horse Association of America, always willing to serve in various positions. He was a Lifetime member of the PtHA and held a seat on the Pinto Board of Directors. John also served on the Pinto Heritage Foundation Board and was a Past President of Central Okla. Pinto. He served as President of the PtHA from 2004-2006.
Continue reading …APHA/AQHA Sire, He’s Suddenly Famous, Dies in Tragic Trailer Accident
May 29, 2014 Comments Off on APHA/AQHA Sire, He’s Suddenly Famous, Dies in Tragic Trailer Accident
“Famous will be missed by all individuals who were associated with him and owned and showed his offspring,” Rebecca Maurer says.
Continue reading …Our Condolences Following the Passing of The Top Secret and RPL My Te Touching
May 22, 2014 Comments Off on Our Condolences Following the Passing of The Top Secret and RPL My Te Touching
When asked what has contributed to The Top Secret’s level of success over the past decade, Rassi cites the stallion’s “almost perfect bone structure and confirmation.”
Continue reading …“Shadowfax” Horse Star of Lord of the Rings Blockbuster Euthanized Following Sudden Illness
April 24, 2014 Comments Off on “Shadowfax” Horse Star of Lord of the Rings Blockbuster Euthanized Following Sudden Illness
“Shadowfax will have no harness. You do not ride Shadowfax; he is willing to carry you — or not.” -J.R.R. Tolkien
Continue reading …Shannon Burwash Memorial Award Will Honor Late AQHA Director
April 22, 2014 Comments Off on Shannon Burwash Memorial Award Will Honor Late AQHA Director
Shannon’s involvement with the horse industry, and more specifically the Quarter Horse industry, was extensive.
Continue reading …Funeral Arrangements Set For AQHA Director Dr. Charles W. Crowe
April 17, 2014 Comments Off on Funeral Arrangements Set For AQHA Director Dr. Charles W. Crowe
Dr. Crowe’s funeral is scheduled for 2 p.m. on April 18 at Cedar Grove Methodist-Protestant Church in Thorsby, Alabama. Condolences may be sent to his family at P.O. Box 700, Jemison, AL 35085-0700.
Continue reading …Industry Rallies to Establish Carol Moore Memorial
April 3, 2014 Comments Off on Industry Rallies to Establish Carol Moore Memorial
“Carol has been a ‘go-to’ person in the American Quarter Horse show industry for so long and for so many people,” said AQHA President Johnny Trotter of Hereford, Texas. “She just had a way about her and love of doing things for exhibitors that was special and uncommon. She was truly a remarkable lady, and we will miss her.”
Continue reading …In Memoriam: Ann Moody (1943-2014)
March 28, 2014 Comments Off on In Memoriam: Ann Moody (1943-2014)
On March 24, 2014 the driving community lost a very active member, Ann Moody. Equine Canada would like to extend condolences to her family and friends.
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