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TWH business mourns Joel Nipper
Obituary
Joel Lynn Nipper, a loving and faith-filled man, was born on September 29, 1954, in Cleveland, Tennessee, and passed away on April 17, 2023, in the same city that he called home for his entire life. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Joel was the son of the late Billie and J.L. Nipper and the grandson of the late Claude and Myrtle Nipper. He is survived by his loving wife of many years, Patrice Gray Nipper; his daughter, Janessa (Robert Dean) Nipper; his sister, Jeanna Nipper; his grandchildren, Skyler Nipper, Cade Dean, Tristen (Rebecca) Boggess, and Bailey (Colten) Westfelt; his great-grandchildren, Jagger Gray and Stetson Boggess; and his nieces and nephews, Zach Officer, Anthony Hickman, Kelli Hogg, Wally Underwood, Atticus Williams, Jennifer Williams, and Justin Williams. Joel was known as “Papaw” to many special children of whom he loved well.
Joel was a highly respected and successful horse trainer, with a lifetime membership in the Walking Horse Trainers Association and the National Racking Horse Association. His dedication to his craft and his passion for pairing riders and horses together to create winning teams earned him numerous accolades throughout his career. He was inducted into the Racking Horse Breeders Association and the National Racking Horse Association, and he was voted Trainer of the Year twice by his peers in the Racking Horse Breeders Association. Joel’s intelligence and skill in training Racking and Walking horses led to many world championships for his clients and their horses.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Joel was a man who enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He was known for his loving nature and his strong faith, which guided him throughout his life. Joel’s interests extended beyond the world of horse training, as he also enjoyed sharing his love for horses with everyone he met. Whether it was teaching a young rider the basics of horsemanship or helping a seasoned competitor refine their skills, Joel’s passion for his work was evident in everything he did.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, April 21, 2023, at 3:00 pm at Companion Funeral Home of Cleveland. The family will be receiving friends from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm prior to the service.
You are invited to share the personal memory of Joel or your condolences with his family at his online memorial located at www.companionfunerals.com. Companion Funeral Home of Cleveland and the Cody family are honored to assist the family with these arrangements.
SUGAR CREEK: Bonus Fee Program For Breeders-JOIN THE TEAM
JOIN THE TEAM!
Stallion Team Building
At Sugar Creek, we pride ourselves on having a finger on the pulse of the market. We understand the current economic conditions facing breeders. We also know it takes knowledgeable breeders to build a stallion’s career. It’s this TEAMWORK we want to expand on.
We analyze and observe many young stallions and try to make the right picks for our breeders to be successful. We have 3 stallions that are new to our breeders. They are WGC Jimmer Fredette a son of Lined With Cash, WGC No Mas Tequila a son of WGC Jose’ Jose’ and WGC Minor Ordeal a son of WGC Arm’s Deal For Real M.
These 3 stallions have proven themselves as young horses, they come from very productive maternal lines and all 3 beautiful individuals. No Mas and Minor are breeding their first mares while Jimmer is already a World Champion sire from his first foal from limited breeding at home.
To thank our breeders in their efforts we are offering a Bonus Fee program on each of these stallions. To become a part of the Bonus Fee program a breeder buys one stallion fee to one these 3 stallions before the end of May 2023 and they will get a Bonus Fee on that stallion to use either in 2023 or 2024.
We have 20 Bonus Fee certificates for each of these 3 stallions. So, call Sugar Creek at 931-680-0897 or email David Williams at david@sugarcreekllc.com to get on either Team Jimmer, Team Deal, or Team No Mas. All three stallions ae very good shippers so any can be shipped to your location with success.
We feel this program will aid our breeders in producing the best in marketable colts while aiding their bottom line. It is a benefit to these stallions to get their offspring in the showrings where we are sure our projections for these stallions will be proven.
David W. Williams
Sugar Creek
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Youth Equine Support Show at Lynchburg Tn reschedules
Youth Equine Support Show at Lynchburg Tn reschedules
Friday, April 7, 2023
The Youth Equine Support Show, originally scheduled for Saturday, April 8 in Lynchburg, Tennessee has rescheduled for Saturday, May 13, due to weather.
TWH industry mourns Don Pratt
Donald H. Pratt, age 85, of Prairie Village, Kansas passed away on Monday, April 3, 2023.
Don was born in Hays, KS to Donald and Ida Pratt on December 2, 1937. He grew up in Hays with his two brothers, Lawrence (deceased) and Steve. He developed a passion for airplanes much like his father. He first started flying airplanes at age 14 and was a crop-duster during summer breaks. He attended Wichita State University earning a civil engineering degree and bringing the national fraternity Beta Theta Tau to WSU and becoming its first chapter President. He spent three years in the United States Air Force as a Base Civil Engineer at Otis Airfare Base in Wareham, Massachusetts He was disappointed that he was unable to fly for the Air Force, as it was determined that he was green/gray color blind. After receiving an honorable discharge, he attended Harvard University and earned his MBA.
Upon graduation, he went to work with Butler Manufacturing. Don spent 36 years at Butler building an illustrious career. He started as an industrial engineer in Galesburg, Illinois and after several years was brought to the headquarters in Kansas City, Mo. Over the next three decades he became the President and then Chairman of the Board, growing the company both nationally and internationally. After his retirement he served as the Independent Chairman of the Board at American Century Investments for seven years and considered his time at American Century to be both fulfilling and rewarding.
While at Wichita State, Don met George-Ann Hinkle and they were married June 7, 1960. They were married for 61 years prior to her passing in 2021. He and George-Ann raised their family of two children, Jacqueline and Donald, in Kansas City. Don generously shared his knowledge and time in his community as well; serving on the Nelson Gallery Board of Trustees, and the Union National Bank Board in Wichita, Ks. He was a longtime member of Mission Hills Country Club and the River Club. In his retirement, Don and George-Ann adopted Shelbyville, TN. as their second home. While George-Ann pursued her equestrian passion with Tennessee Walking horses, Don became an active member of the community. He was very involved with St William Catholic Church as well as the Riverbend Country Club. Don was an avid golfer and particularly enjoyed time spent on the course with his son, and life long friends. He was particularly proud of his club tournament wins and the opportunity to play in several pro-am events with American Century.
Don was a thoughtful, wise and gracious man who was always willing to listen and provide guidance. Don is survived by two children, Jacqueline P. (Matthew) McGuire and Donald A. (Kathy) Pratt; two grandchildren, Kevin (Courtney) Crawford and Grant (Alivia) Crawford; and a great-granddaughter, Lilliana Lynn Crawford.
Mass of Christian Burial and Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Wayside Waifs.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.mcgilleymidtownchapel.com for the Pratt family.
TWH Industry mourns Dr. Jose Rafael Rigual MD
Obituary – Dr. Jose Rafael Rigual MD
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
José Rafael Rigual, M.D., “Chico”, age 96, passed away March 31, 2023 in Oklahoma City. Chico was born June 8, 1926, in San Juan, Puerto Rico. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend.
Chico was an accomplished student and physician in Oklahoma City; also certified to practice medicine and surgery in Puerto Rico. He received his Oklahoma State Medical license in 1950, Residency of Otorhinolaryngology in 1955-1958, American Board of Otolaryngology in 1965, was a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology in 1964 and fellow of American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. After practicing medicine for over 50 years, he took over his father ‘s business in Puerto Rico, eventually returning to Oklahoma City.
Chico served his country in the United States Army. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal and Meritorious Service Medal for being a Ground Operations and Commander in the Korean War.
He loved spending time with his devoted wife Pat, family, and friends. He was an avid OU football fan, enjoying traveling and life. Chico had a unique style of storytelling, being a jokester and entertaining everyone.
Pat and Chico owned several World Grand Champion Tennessee Walking horses and was recognized for his contribution to the breed and inducted into the Tennessee Walking Horse Celebration Hall of Fame.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jose Rafael Rigual and Rosaura Capre of Puerto Rico, and two sisters. He is survived by wife, Pat; daughter, Maria Antonia Hill; son, Jose, R. Rigual III; daughter Angela Renee Smith, husband Kevin; five grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Chico was truly a great man whose impact will be forever felt by his family and always carry his memory in our hearts.
A private memorial service for immediate family was held.