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California Riding Magazine • February, 2009 Flying Changes |
Hunter/Jumper Steward Art Gottfried Lifelong horseman Art Gottfried passed away peacefully after a long illness on Sun., Dec. 21 in the presence of his immediate family. Art is survived by Rosalie, his wife of many years, his children, grandchildren and his beloved dog Ralphie. Art was well known throughout the hunter/jumper sport for his lifelong involvement and he was best known as a USEF steward. Art became an established part of the California hunter/jumper community after he left his Primrose Farm in New York. He served as a steward at numerous shows and devoted his spare time to his artistic endeavors. He was loved, admired and respected by the horse community. Services for Art were held Dec. 26 in Laguna Hills. Rosalie asks that any remembrances in Art’s name be made to one of his favorite charities: the City of Hope and the Humane Society. Art valued the care he received at City of Hope, and he was a passionate animal advocate. Art was also a past president of the California Professional Horseman’s Association. That organization accepts donations through the CPHA Foundation. Condolences may be mailed to Rosalie Gottfried at: 33611 Circula Corona, Dana Point, CA 92629, or sent via e-mail to legupnews@aol.com. Lifelong Equestrian Edward Lynn “Ted” Fieger After a valiant eight-year battle against cancer Edward Lynn Fieger, “Ted” as he was known by his friends, passed away quietly at home on Dec. 14 with his wife at his side. Ted is survived by his wife Diane, daughter Erica, his mother Georgia, sister Jill, nephew John and niece Janet. Ted spent much of his life in the equestrian field in a variety of professions including judge, manager and exhibitor. He was named Zone 10 Equestrian of the Year in 2005 and helped organize the Olympic Trials and World Cup events. Ted was a classic renaissance man with passions including golfing, surfing, scuba diving and horseback riding. He was able to share these passions with his wife and daughter. Born in the Midwest, Ted moved with his family to Santa Barbara, where he lived for many years before moving to the Bay Area. He had a profound effect on those he met throughout his life and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Hundreds of friends and family attended the memorial service on Dec. 20 in Pleasanton. Remembrances in Ted’s name can be made to CPHA Foundation, the American Cancer Society or Hope Hospice. Visit www.thomasranchstables.com for more information. Dressage Superstar Graf George Dies Graf George, the 26-year-old Olympic dressage horse, was euthanized on Dec. 20 in Rancho Santa Fe due to organ failure. Imported as a 3-year-old, the gray Hanoverian (Graphit—Mongolin) competed in his first Olympic Games with Michael Poulin in 1992 as a 10-year-old. In 1995 he competed in the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games with Guenter Seidel, placing eighth individually. In 1998 Graf George won the U.S. Dressage Federation Grand Prix Horse of the Year award and the national Grand Prix championships and a Breyer model was created in his honor. He was inducted into the Roemer Foundation/USDF Hall of Fame in 2000. Guenter credits the horse with making his career and notes that George had a wonderful piaffe and passage and his willingness to work was exceptional. Graf George was owned by Rancho Santa Fe’s Dick and Jane Brown, tremendous supporters of dressage and their rider, Guenter. Idocus Retires to DG Bar Ranch Idocus recently retired to stand stud at DG Bar Ranch in Hanford. The 17-year-old Dutch Warmblood stallion by Equador out of Eretha and owned by Christine McCarthy, had a successful dressage career that included being the reserve horse at this summer’s Olympic Games and four FEI World Cup Finals. The 16.3hh stallion is also approved ISR & Oldenburg N/A and by the Oldenburg Verband. His Olympic partner Courtney King-Dye was his rider for the last four years and for several years earlier in his career. Faubus Farms Under New Ownership Faubus Farms, a boarding and training facility in Bonsall has been bought by Tom and Marjorie Gordon, owners of Rolling Hills Stables in Poway. Faubus Farms was established in 1977 by Ray and Virginia Faubus and is home to over a hundred horses. Ray Faubus was a huge Standardbred racing fan and raised and raced Standardbreds for many years. Ray and Virginia have both passed away and their daughters Mary Krebill and Rebecca Faubus have run the ranch since 2006. Tom and Marjorie are excited about their new acquisition and recently hosted a meet the new owners luncheon last month. Faubus Farms is going to have a name change and soon be called Fabulous Farm. Laurel Fowler Insurance Launches New Website Equestrians looking for insurance options have a valuable new resource online. The new Laurel Fowler Insurance website can be found at www.laurelfowlerins.com. This is a full-service insurance brokerage specializing in equine insurance products for all breeds of horses, as well as horse farms, vehicles, stables, trainer’s liability, commercial, personal and club and horse show liability. Laurel Fowler, an insurance broker for 17 years, has extensive experience in the horse industry. As a horse owner, Laurel personally knows the passion shared by owners. To Laurel and all of her staff, this business is more than just an insurance policy. Visit the Riding Design’s created website, www.laurelfowlerins.com, for more information.
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