OQHA members enjoyed some fun in the sun at this year's annual picnic, generously hosted by J.L. and Penny Robinson of Bellefontaine. Held Monday, June 23, the picnic was once again a favorite event for members and their families, with over 100 guests in attendance. Sharing good food from Boo's Kitchen of Delaware, the event provided an opportunity for youth, amateur, and open OQHA members to meet and spend time together. After dinner, the Ohio Quarter Horse Youth Association met and discussed their plans for the rest of the summer, including their upcoming trips to the YES Conference in Amarillo, Texas, and the AQHYA World Show in Oklahoma City, Okla.  The open OQHA board also met, where director Cynthia Bauman

Ohio Quarter Horse Association is saddened to share the passing of OQHA Honorary Director, Ron McCarty. Ron served as a Director from 1988 to 2012, when he was elevated to Honorary Director. Ron also served as 2nd Vice President in 1991, 1992, and 1995. Ron will always be remembered by the Association for his dedication, work ethic, and fun-loving spirit at OQHA events and the All American Quarter Horse Congress. Please find Ron's obituary and arrangements below: Ronald O. McCarty, a cherished resident of Springfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on August 14, 1951, in Springfield, Ohio, Ron's life was a testament to dedication, community service, and the love

OQHA is deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Connie Brown, DVM. Connie was a past OQHA Queen and the wife of Bruce Brown, family friends of the Association. Please view her obituary and funeral arrangements below: Dr. Connie Brown DVM, 71, wife of Bruce Brown, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 15, 2025.  Born on July 22, 1953 to the late Coney and Jewel Cornett, Connie was raised in Greenville, Ohio where her lifelong love of animals was sparked. She graduated from The Ohio State University with her veterinary degree and spent her career in private practice. She was a successful and hardworking horsewoman through her final days, but her most cherished roles were those of devoted mother and grandmother. Known

It is with immense sadness that we share the passing of JoAnn Hales, beloved member of the OQHA family and wife of the late Denny Hales, longtime OQHA executive vice president and Congress Hall of Fame member. Please find her obituary and funeral arrangements below.   In Loving Memory of a Life Well Lived. A legacy of love and strength that will forever guide our family.   It is with heavy hearts that we share the unexpected passing of JoAnn Hales, on April 11, 2025, at the age of 75. She was born to Herbert and Teresa Osborne on February 28, 1950, in Zanesville, Ohio.   Auntie Jo was a loving mom, grandma, sister, aunt, and friend. Her warmth and strength held the family together. Her house was always full of laughter, stories,