We are extremely saddened to learn of the loss of AQHA Judge and Show Steward Clark Parker of Paradise, Utah.
How we will miss your smile, your kindness, and your expertise at the shows. We know you left our world a better place, but your loss has left a big hole in the hearts of everyone in the industry.
In 2012, Clark was awarded AQHA’s Lifetime Achievement Award, and in 2013, he was honored as the AQHA Professional Horseman of the Year. The AQHA judge and show steward was also recognized at the 2022 AQHA World Championship Show for his dedication to the breed and industry. See the Gold Globe video from AQHA here:
https://youtu.be/ShzvbVjBGnQ?feature=shared
When Clark was honored as the 2013 Professional Horseman of the Year, the story was also picked up by The Herald Journal of Utah, and it offers some of Clark’s history and signature wisdom. Click the link to enjoy: