Members of Equine Community Gather to Pay Respects to Late Horsewoman Suzetta Busby
December 8, 2014 Comments Off on Members of Equine Community Gather to Pay Respects to Late Horsewoman Suzetta Busby
Many former students, fellow horse trainers, and respected horsemen and women shared stories of their encounters with Suzetta at the home of her sister, Sharlene Wirsig. The celebration of her life brought both tears and laughter as we all remembered Suzetta and how she affected our lives.
Continue reading …Lazy E Ranch Says Farwell to AQHA Sire Zan Parr Jack
December 4, 2014 Comments Off on Lazy E Ranch Says Farwell to AQHA Sire Zan Parr Jack
His offspring have earned 18 AQHA world championships and 18 reserve world titles; almost $200,000 at the World Show and $377,522 in AQHA Incentive Fund earnings.
Continue reading …Our Prayers to an Incredible Horsewoman and Good Friend Suzetta Busby
November 25, 2014 Comments Off on Our Prayers to an Incredible Horsewoman and Good Friend Suzetta Busby
We are deeply saddened to relay the news that since this piece was first posted, our friend Suzetta Busby has passed away. Our sincerest condolences go out to her family and friends in the industry during this difficult time.
Continue reading …Our Sincerest Condolences to Berris Family Following Passing of “Yiya” Melba Berris
October 8, 2014 Comments Off on Our Sincerest Condolences to Berris Family Following Passing of “Yiya” Melba Berris
We would like to send our sincerest condolences to the Berris family following the passing of their “Yiya,” Melba Berris. This loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother of 87 years passed peacefully on October 6, 2014. A visitation will take place at Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church in Westland on Friday from […]
Continue reading …A Fitting Tribute With One Final Win, Our Sincerest Condolences Following the Passing of Jerry Vawter
September 15, 2014 Comments Off on A Fitting Tribute With One Final Win, Our Sincerest Condolences Following the Passing of Jerry Vawter
Although he was nearing the end of his life, Jerry was able to receive word that the mare he had bred and raised was named a champion.
Continue reading …AQHA Director at Large James “Jim” Fleming Has Passed
August 26, 2014 Comments Off on AQHA Director at Large James “Jim” Fleming Has Passed
He was the president and director of the Alberta Quarter Horse Association for many years and a director at large of AQHA. Jim was a founding member of the Team Cattle Penning Association of Alberta. Even when he could no longer ride on a team with his family, he enjoyed watching them compete. He was very proud of his grandchildren and all of their many accomplishments.
Continue reading …Halter Horse Industry Legend, Mr. Yella Fella, Has Passed Away at Age 19
August 11, 2014 Comments Off on Halter Horse Industry Legend, Mr. Yella Fella, Has Passed Away at Age 19
“We felt like it was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a horse like him,” Gordon says. “I feel like he has left behind a record and a legacy that will stand the test of time.”
Continue reading …AQHA Judge William “Bill” James Snyder Has Passed
June 20, 2014 Comments Off on AQHA Judge William “Bill” James Snyder Has PassedWe are saddened to relay the news that horse enthusiast and longtime AQHA judge, William “Bill” James Snyder of Lexington passed away at the age of 72 on June 12th, 2014. In addition to judging the All American Quarter Horse Congress, Snyder was an AQHA judge for almost 40 years. He was also involved in the APHA, Pinto and Palomino breed associations.
Continue reading …In Loving Memory: Multiple World Champion, Zippin Inthe USA
June 19, 2014 Comments Off on In Loving Memory: Multiple World Champion, Zippin Inthe USA
“I don’t think I could ever repay him for all he did for me. That’s part of the reason I always kept him. I felt like he deserved a great life for making mine so much better.”
Continue reading …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.
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