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Comment on “No Regrets” by Danylle Rooney

Danylle Rooney — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 03:34:18 +0000

Wilma was a wonderful mentor for myself and my friends. I will always be thankful for her lessons over fences and more importantly how to do DISHES….. miss yoy Wilmaxoxo

Comment on “No Regrets” by Jerry Briscoe-Johnson

Jerry Briscoe-Johnson — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 16:41:10 +0000

Memories are an awesome treasure God has given to mankind, to cause us to pause, and reflect on the wonderful places, times, and most of all, people that He has allowed to cross our journeys in Life. How trully Blessed I was, to have known, been taught, traveled, and worked with Ms. Wilma Tate. I’m an Afro-American Cowboy/Horseman, that I attribute to being made by Wilma. Back-in-the-day, when you was around her, you just knew, you was with “a Legend”. You kept your mouth shut, and just listened, and followed instructions. When she told you you to do something, or carry out some needed responsibility (in that commanding-tone-of-voice), —-you “did it”. You didn’t break that trust she put in you. Kind of like the way the men respected Capt. McCrae (Robert Duvall) in “Lonesome Dove”. There was a code of respect and honor, because you knew you was dealing with a “Texas Cowgirl”. I’ve bought horses and saddles from her over the years, with just a “hand shake and my word”. I own a 10 year old Paint Stallion, that I bought from her nine years ago. I remember when I was learning to ride; this Appy reared-up with me, and threw me off. My pride was hurt. Wilma asked, “You alright”? I answered, “Wilma, my shoulders are a little sore. She said, “good, get back on him, you’ll live, your injury is a long ways from your heart”. Lead, Follow, or get the Haittes out of the way. That was her policy. You will be missed by all of us Ms. Wilma Tate. —-Jerry Briscoe-Johnson

Comment on “No Regrets” by Anne Davis

Anne Davis — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 20:12:46 +0000

Just wanted to thank everyone who came to the ‘celebration of life’ for Wilma - it was wonderful, seeing so many old friends; listening to the stories and sharing memories - I’m sure she was smiling down on us … the special lady who brought so many people together through her love and special understanding of horses was truly the “grande dame of equestrians”.

Comment on “No Regrets” by La Kimba Bradsbery

La Kimba Bradsbery — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 05:26:21 +0000

Wilma was the best trainer. She wasn’t just a trainer with horses,she was a trainer about life in itself. Wilma gave me the knowledge that made me the rider that I am today, by gaving me opportunities that no one else would given to me. I will always carry her in my heart,mind and soul. Thank You Wilma. I will Miss You but will never forget you!!!

Comment on “No Regrets” by cindy (corwin) may

cindy (corwin) may — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 04:08:47 +0000

I was so saddened to hear about Wilma’s passing I lived with her after I got our of High school and prior to that stayed the summers with her and even weekends. She was like my second mom. I miss you lots. You will be truly missed. God bless you. with all my loving memories.

Comment on “No Regrets” by Dave King

Dave King — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 04:56:12 +0000

Wilma was a great lady. I met her in 1981 and wished I had met her much sooner in my life. She loaned me her Appy “Crash” to ride when I worked at Camp O-Ongo in running Springs one summer. Wilma said she was not riding him much anymore and he was too good a horse to just set around. She had me try him out before she loaned him to me and he spinned out from under me as I was getting on. I thought” She’ll never let me take him know, I can’t even get on right.” She laughed and asked me if I intended to ride that day - if so, get on him.” I did and had a great summer and great memories of her. She gave me one of her original Tonkeleros she had made in Mexico and she made me a set of chaps out elk skin she had “laying around. I treasure those things and the memories and knowledge she passed on to me and countless others. They won’t make any more like her.

Comment on “No Regrets” by debbie Farmer

debbie Farmer — Sun, 30 May 2010 01:41:19 +0000

What a lady…..she will be missed by many. I had spent many summers at her camp…then later my daughter did the same.i bought my first jumping horse from her….not only did she teach me how to ride english and jumping…she taught me hard work and not to give up….later in life that helped me with reining….thank you wilma….god bless you and now you can ride the best of horses of your picking up in heaven

Comment on “No Regrets” by Jana

Jana — Wed, 26 May 2010 19:11:45 +0000

Wow, just found out today that we lost a great cowgirl, Miss Wilma Tate. I remember showing at her ranch near March Air Force Base for many years. I also “graduated” to the role of judge for her on several different occasions. What a fabulous lady she was, filled with stories and information. She was one of a kind, and those kind are far and few between. RIP Wilma, and show ‘em how it’s done up in Heaven with your trick riding.

Comment on “No Regrets” by Virginia Bailey Schoel

Virginia Bailey Schoel — Fri, 21 May 2010 05:04:03 +0000

Wilma,
Thanks for providing so many great memories. I won my first blue ribbon at the Clinton Ranch. You will be missed!

Comment on “No Regrets” by Maylinn Mergl

Maylinn Mergl — Wed, 19 May 2010 17:37:16 +0000

A very sad day May 7th 2010. Wilma Tate will always be in my heart. I met Wilma in 1986 and the things she taught me about horses and riding I will never forget. I spoke with her about 4 weeks ago, and she told me “I’m just not feeling too well anymore” For some reason I had the urge to call her and I’m so glad I did. She is a women that is so well respected. I’m looking so forward to the celebration of her life on June 26th. Rick thank you so much for being the person you are ,Wilma will never forget the things you have done for her.