It is with great sadness that the QLD AWHA learned of the
passing of John Edwards on Wednesday 12th June.
John held many positions with the AWHA, including serving
our members as an AWHA Mare Classifier and a Federal Director. John was a committee
member of many years standing, and was always willing to help with QLD AWHA
events, and to share his vast knowledge and experience with our members.
John and Bev Edwards were instrumental in promoting the Australian
warmblood breed in QLD, nationally, and internationally, through John and Bev’s
Warmblood Stud – Jaybee Farm.
Jaybee Farm located in the beautiful Lockyer Valley in QLD was
established by John and Bev, with well over 300 horses registered with the
AWHA. Their breeding standards were high with an uncompromising view when it
comes to conformation, soundness, athletic ability, and temperament.
The establishment of Jaybee Farm and the progeny that came
out of this endeavour has led to the improvement of the Warmblood breed
throughout Australia. Jaybee progeny have successfully competed at both
Dressage and Showjumping across all levels – including internationally.
In recognition for John’s service to the Association, John
was granted AWHA Honorary Life membership in 2011.
The QLD AWHA Committee wish to pass on our sincerest
condolences to John’s family and friends.
John will be dearly missed, and his legacy to the Australian Warmblood will continue through the progeny of Jaybee Farm horses.
AWHA QLD Branch.