In lieu of flowers, the family is suggesting that memorial contributions be made to the Pope John Angel’s Fund, Andover Rd. Sparta, New Jersey, 07871. Click here for more information.

What many might not know is that Paul started out as a livestock auctioneer in Irving, Texas. The Paul Taylor Saddle Company grew from humble beginnings back in 1957 when Paul would sell merchandise out of the back of a cargo trailer on the auction circuit. That entrepreneurial spirit blossomed into Paul Taylor Saddle Company, one of the largest family-owned, retail tack stores with wholesale accounts around the world.

A Celebration of Life to honor our friend and beloved equine photographer, Don Trout, will take place September, 9th from 10 am to 2 pm in the Fellowship Hall of First Baptist Church at 877 E Woodland St. Collinsville, TX. 76233. Click here for more information. 

During Jim’s vice presidency, AQHA was sued over its embryo transfer rule. The Executive Committee eventually settled the embryo transfer lawsuit, allowing horse owners to register more than one of a mare’s offspring each year, with no damages awarded. But it was Jim’s experience with legal matter that became invaluable during that time of turmoil.