Obituaries & Deaths of Horses

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The American Quarter Horse Journal accepts submitted obituaries for horses and humans who were part of the American Quarter Horse industry. Obituaries must be 300 words or less. The Journal's editors reserve the right to edit for length and style. You may submit your obituaries to bnewell@aqha.org. 

Dr. Charles Graham, DVM
The American Quarter Horse Hall of Famer and industry leader passed away at 92.
Roo Star
The 2008 AQHA Superhorse was owned by Melissa Ann Miller.
Bryan Lee
Nebraska rancher, breeder and AQHA Versatility Ranch Horse world champion died June 13.
RL Best Of Sudden
All-time leading western pleasure and western all-around sire is euthanized at age 23.
"Cody" Bill Smith
ProRodeo Hall of Famer and Quarter Horse breeder dies at 83.
Norman Glenn Fontenot
LQHBA Hall of Fame member passed away May 27.
Gregorio Thomas Vallejos
Well-known New Mexico trainer passed away at age 86.
Brace For Bernal
Champion passed away at age 15.
Dr. Connie Brown
Kentucky veterinarian passed away in May.
Connie Young
Missouri horsewoman passed away May 14.