Sincerest Condolences Following Passing of AQHA/APHA Breeder, Kenny Mills
May 1, 2019 Comments Off on Sincerest Condolences Following Passing of AQHA/APHA Breeder, Kenny Mills
In addition to founding several businesses over the years, like Mills Motors, Mills Towing, Mills Rental Cars, and more, he enjoyed drag racing. But, one of his passions was breeding American Quarter Horses and American Paint Horses. He did so for over 20 years, producing numerous World Champions. He loved competing in Halter and enjoyed trail riding during his later years.
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of Kid Coolsified (2000-2019)
April 19, 2019 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of Kid Coolsified (2000-2019)
“Unfortunately, we can’t have these horses forever. We wish we could though. I’m just thankful that he went fast and didn’t suffer. That’s always my first thought. For a Halter horse to have such a long lifespan, to me, is extraordinary. He was in great health until the very end and was never sick when he lived at our ranch. He was a sweetheart.”
Continue reading …Sincerest Condolences Following Passing of “Congress Gate Man” John Ackerman
April 19, 2019 Comments Off on Sincerest Condolences Following Passing of “Congress Gate Man” John Ackerman
The majority of our photos from the Congress have John in them, because he was always ready with a high five or a handshake for exhibitors- whether they were champions or finalists.
Continue reading …APHA Amateur, Tracy Rodeback, Has Passed
April 18, 2019 Comments Off on APHA Amateur, Tracy Rodeback, Has Passed
Many of our readers will remember a special story about Tracy that was reported by EquineChronicle.com in 2017, during the APHA World Championship Show. A number of Tracy’s friends and fellow competitors showed their support for her then stage 4 cancer diagnosis by placing a hand over their hearts during the awards presentations at the show. Their display of love was seen by Tracy, who was back at home in Colorado watching classes on the live feed.
Continue reading …Radical Rodder Laid to Rest- 1991-2019
April 17, 2019 Comments Off on Radical Rodder Laid to Rest- 1991-2019
Most studs have preferences, and Radical was no exception. He always liked to have a mare nearby him in the barn, and he favored sorrel mares. His favorite at Select Breeders was Tumbleweed, a long retired mare that was probably more than 30 years old herself. She was happy to have “the good life” in a stall near Radical to keep him content.
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of AQHA/APHA Stallion, Double Up Investment
April 1, 2019 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of AQHA/APHA Stallion, Double Up Investment
“I first saw Simon when he lived at Highpoint Performance Horses, and I knew there was something special about him then. I knew I wanted foals by him. Never did I know that I would one day have the opportunity to own him.”
Continue reading …Longtime Horseman, Doug Coleman, Has Passed
April 1, 2019 Comments Off on Longtime Horseman, Doug Coleman, Has Passed
“The world is a little less bright without the smile and love of Doug Coleman in it. Doug left us this morning but will forever be in our hearts. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers.
We feel broken and shattered but so grateful and blessed for our time with him and the love he shared with everyone. He was a great husband, dad, grandpa, cousin, brother, uncle, nephew, son, friend, farrier, horseman and trainer. Our lives are better because of him!”
Sincerest Condolences Following Passing of Noreen Dean
March 28, 2019 Comments Off on Sincerest Condolences Following Passing of Noreen Dean
Just like Breda, Noreen was a passionate horse lover and a World Champion exhibitor and owner. She thoroughly enjoyed the last years of her life on a horse farm in Ocala, Florida and making frequent trips to Sanibel Island to collect seashells. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Noreen’s name to the Humane Society of Marion County, Florida.
Continue reading …The Great AQHA Sire, Invitation Only, Has Passed at Age 29
February 15, 2019 Comments Off on The Great AQHA Sire, Invitation Only, Has Passed at Age 29
The 29-year-old AQHA stallion by Barpassers Image and out of Bears Raisin Kane is best known as AQHA’s All Time Leading Sire of Point Earners. He was the sire of 210 World Championships, Congress Championships, Reserve Championships. In addition, he was a 2008 NSBA Hall of Fame Inductee, AQHA Leading Sire for eight years in a row, AQHA’s #1 All Time Leading Sire of ROM Earners, AQHA’s #1 All Time Leading Sire of Point Earners, the All Time Leading Sire of Money Earners, the All Time Leading Sire of Western Pleasure Earners, and the All Time Leading Sire of NSBA Money Earnings.
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of Horse Show Mom, Jacquelyn Bedwell
February 14, 2019 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of Horse Show Mom, Jacquelyn Bedwell
“As many horse daughters must know, their biggest supporter is someone that really believes in you. In my case, it was my mom. She had a knack for always wiping my boots, brushing my horses tail out, and wiping his mouth before I entered the ring. It was like a ritual. While riding on course, you could hear her snapping her fingers to keep the steady rhythm. I will always cherish those special moments we shared.”
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