By Chelsea E Carlson It is hard to find the right words in the face of shock, denial, grief, and loss. Yesterday evening I received a call no one wants to get. In the blink of an eye, and in the day to day monotony, all it takes is for one thing to go slightly […]
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of Lenas Wimpys Rooster
January 5, 2023 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of Lenas Wimpys Rooster
By Delores Kuhlwein Palomino horses have been cherished throughout history by the likes of emperors, Spanish Conquistadors, in Greek mythology, and even by Hollywood for its western movies. The “Golden Horse” has become a treasured symbol not only for its color, but also due to the countless great horses display the beautiful gold coat […]
Continue reading …AQHA Past President Rick Johns Passes
December 19, 2022 Comments Off on AQHA Past President Rick Johns Passes
AQHA AQHA Past President Rick Johns died December 16, 2022. AQHA has been notified of the death of AQHA Past President Rick Johns of Prescott, Arizona. “My interest in horses has always been toward mares,” Rick Johns said in 1984, when he was serving as AQHA’s 34th president. “Some of the old-timers I had an opportunity to […]
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of Miss April Sensation
September 2, 2022 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of Miss April Sensation
By Erica Greathouse On August 29th, we made one of the hardest decisions we’ve ever made. Miss April Sensation, more fondly known as “April” got her angel wings. She has been in our family for 16 years and has been a part of so many big milestones in our lives. To know her was to […]
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of Spot Me A Seven
April 5, 2022 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of Spot Me A Seven
He lived an exceptionally full life and was truly loved by everyone who had the privilege of calling him their own. I know I did.
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of A Total Sensation
March 29, 2022 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of A Total Sensation
The last award he received was two days before he passed away. It’s one of the highest awards a Pinto can receive- the Pinto Supreme Championship award. He will be missed and will always have a special place in our hearts.
Continue reading …Sincerest Condolences Following Passing of Maggie Howell
February 21, 2022 Comments Off on Sincerest Condolences Following Passing of Maggie Howell
After graduating from the University of Findlay in 2012, Maggie went to work for Missy Thyfault in Shelby, OH for five years as an assistant trainer. Maggie had dreams and goals of going out on her own as a horse trainer back at her family farm in Baltimore, OH. Unfortunately, her long-term battle with brain cancer got in the way.
Continue reading …Farewell to the Queen- In Loving Memory of Zips Bossy Chip
February 4, 2022 Comments Off on Farewell to the Queen- In Loving Memory of Zips Bossy Chip
“I had counted on my kids meeting the legend, the horse that changed my life forever. I’ll miss her for the rest of my life, wishing for just one more touch of her nose and one more nicker for a peppermint.”
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of AQHA and NSBA Champion, She’s So Sleepy
February 3, 2022 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of AQHA and NSBA Champion, She’s So Sleepy
Our sincerest condolences go out to the Ochetto family following the recent passing of Shes So Sleepy. This AQHA mare was by the great Too Sleepy To Zip and out of HQH Shes So Vain, by Flashy Zipper. She was lovingly owned by the Ochetto family of Michael, Kaye Nell, and Renlly. She was also loved by […]
Continue reading …Sincerest Condolences Following Passing of OQHA’s Clark Bradley
January 20, 2022 Comments Off on Sincerest Condolences Following Passing of OQHA’s Clark Bradley
The Ohio Quarter Horse Association is saddened to announce the passing of Clark Bradley. Bradley of Findlay, Ohio came from a family dedicated to the Ohio Quarter Horse Association. Clark Bradley was an instructor at the University of Findlay for 26 years. He became an active coach with the University of Findlay’s western equestrian team in 1996. He has helped coached several national championship teams and two reserve national championship squads.
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