Tradgic- My Royal Lark Has Passed Away.

Cool Time 84 · 02-28-2005, 07:28 AM

My Royal Lark, AQHA stallion, put to rest

My Royal Lark, 11 year old registered American Quarter Horse Association stallion and son of AQHA Super Horse Rugged Lark, was euthanized due to complications from lymphoma at 10:30 am, February 16th, at Fox Grove Farm in Ocala, Florida.

"Wills" was diagnosed with lymphoma in September of 2004. "Unfortunately there were no options to treat Wills for this type of cancer. He did not know he was sick, and I was able to ride him every day until one month ago. He was happy, eating well, playing in his pasture, and always showing his incredible charisma! On the 15th of February, Wills showed signs of discomfort and no desire to eat," said Lynn Palm, co-owner and trainer.

My Royal Lark followed in his sire's hoof prints performing in bridleless musical exhibitions across the United States and winning the hearts of horse lovers everywhere. With his rider Lynn Palm, Wills radiated happiness and confidence using Palm Partnership Training™ dressage principles performing bridleless to the song "Hero" by Mariah Carey. "Wills" and Palm received standing ovations for their exhibitions at Equine Affaire - Columbus, Ohio, Pennsylvania Horse World Expo, and the Florida Equestrian Celebration. Wills’ performances honored the Rugged Lark Legacy and demonstrated the versatility, willingness, and charisma of the American Quarter Horse trained with a foundation of dressage principles.

My Royal Lark's show ring successes were unprecedented with championships in three national equine associations. Wills was an incredible hunter, western performance horse, and dressage horse. His AQHA show record lists 167.5 points in 7 events. Wills earned championships in Working Hunter in United States Equestrian Federation competitions, AQHA championships in Trail and Western Riding, and championships in United States Dressage Federation competitions. Wills qualified for the AQHA World Championship Show and was top 10 in several events. He also qualified for the 2004 USDF Regionals in Level 1 and Level 2 but was unable to compete last October due to his illness.

Wills was bred by Carol Harris, Reddick, FL, co-owned by Mary Byers, Saukville, WI, and Lynn Palm, and for the last 5 years co-owned by Palm and Patricia Crang, Ocala, FL. Palm credits the following trainers for their assistance in developing Wills’ talents: General Training: Bill Horn and Frank Barnett; Educational Events and Breeding Management: Marie-Frances Davis; Hunter Events: Shane George, Alfred Hewitt, and Scott Hofstetter; Dressage: Jane Savoie; Trail: Tim Kimura. "At eleven years young, My Royal Lark was just beginning his career. His legacy will live on in his foals. He has a few wonderful babies on the ground, and there will be a limited number of foals to come, since we have frozen semen stored. Wills promised that his kids will continue being HEROES for the "Lark" bloodlines," notes Palm.

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Lynn taking My Royal Lark thru a trail course Contributed Photo

Paintlover · 02-28-2005, 07:29 AM

How TERRIBLE! That was such a well trained horse. Versitile and gentle. RIP

Cool Time 84 · 02-28-2005, 07:30 AM

I've watched him on TV and was awestruck by him. I really fell for that horse like I did his daddy. His daddy was acknowleged in "Dressage Today" magazine!

minnie_mouse · 02-28-2005, 07:31 AM

oh thats horrible! and he was such a stunning horse.

mustang_dodger · 02-28-2005, 07:33 AM

man he was such a good horse. he was taking after royal lark. he will be missed that's for sure. RIP buddy we will miss you.

AutumnAttic · 02-28-2005, 07:33 AM

That is really sad and is a shame.. I guess God needed him for something else, which is understandable because he is so perfect..

Cool Time 84 · 02-28-2005, 07:34 AM

Very true Autumn! I'll miss seeing him on TV that's for dern sure!

7HL · 02-28-2005, 07:36 AM

Lynn Palm is now working with his son Rugged Painted Lark. Watched her at the PA Horse Expo put him through his paces. He's a stunning horse.

buggywhipp · 02-28-2005, 07:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 7HL

Lynn Palm is now working with his son Rugged Painted Lark. Watched her at the PA Horse Expo put him through his paces. He's a stunning horse.

I've seen him with her on many of her videos. He is a stunning boy.

Kahluasmom · 02-28-2005, 08:41 AM

Awww! I'm so sorry. He was gorgeous! He'll live on in your heart forever.

02-28-2005, 07:28 AM	#1
Cool Time 84 Senior Member+ Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Posts: 6,027 Images: 883 Blog Entries: 2	Tradgic- My Royal Lark Has Passed Away. My Royal Lark, AQHA stallion, put to rest My Royal Lark, 11 year old registered American Quarter Horse Association stallion and son of AQHA Super Horse Rugged Lark, was euthanized due to complications from lymphoma at 10:30 am, February 16th, at Fox Grove Farm in Ocala, Florida. "Wills" was diagnosed with lymphoma in September of 2004. "Unfortunately there were no options to treat Wills for this type of cancer. He did not know he was sick, and I was able to ride him every day until one month ago. He was happy, eating well, playing in his pasture, and always showing his incredible charisma! On the 15th of February, Wills showed signs of discomfort and no desire to eat," said Lynn Palm, co-owner and trainer. My Royal Lark followed in his sire's hoof prints performing in bridleless musical exhibitions across the United States and winning the hearts of horse lovers everywhere. With his rider Lynn Palm, Wills radiated happiness and confidence using Palm Partnership Training™ dressage principles performing bridleless to the song "Hero" by Mariah Carey. "Wills" and Palm received standing ovations for their exhibitions at Equine Affaire - Columbus, Ohio, Pennsylvania Horse World Expo, and the Florida Equestrian Celebration. Wills’ performances honored the Rugged Lark Legacy and demonstrated the versatility, willingness, and charisma of the American Quarter Horse trained with a foundation of dressage principles. My Royal Lark's show ring successes were unprecedented with championships in three national equine associations. Wills was an incredible hunter, western performance horse, and dressage horse. His AQHA show record lists 167.5 points in 7 events. Wills earned championships in Working Hunter in United States Equestrian Federation competitions, AQHA championships in Trail and Western Riding, and championships in United States Dressage Federation competitions. Wills qualified for the AQHA World Championship Show and was top 10 in several events. He also qualified for the 2004 USDF Regionals in Level 1 and Level 2 but was unable to compete last October due to his illness. Wills was bred by Carol Harris, Reddick, FL, co-owned by Mary Byers, Saukville, WI, and Lynn Palm, and for the last 5 years co-owned by Palm and Patricia Crang, Ocala, FL. Palm credits the following trainers for their assistance in developing Wills’ talents: General Training: Bill Horn and Frank Barnett; Educational Events and Breeding Management: Marie-Frances Davis; Hunter Events: Shane George, Alfred Hewitt, and Scott Hofstetter; Dressage: Jane Savoie; Trail: Tim Kimura. "At eleven years young, My Royal Lark was just beginning his career. His legacy will live on in his foals. He has a few wonderful babies on the ground, and there will be a limited number of foals to come, since we have frozen semen stored. Wills promised that his kids will continue being HEROES for the "Lark" bloodlines," notes Palm. </FONT> Lynn taking My Royal Lark thru a trail course Contributed Photo __________________ *STOP = Spin Tires On Pavement!* *Proud Owner of Sonnys Vegasshowgirl* *And proud mommy of 3*

02-28-2005, 07:30 AM	#3
Cool Time 84 Senior Member+ Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Posts: 6,027 Images: 883 Blog Entries: 2	I've watched him on TV and was awestruck by him. I really fell for that horse like I did his daddy. His daddy was acknowleged in "Dressage Today" magazine! __________________ *STOP = Spin Tires On Pavement!* *Proud Owner of Sonnys Vegasshowgirl* *And proud mommy of 3*

02-28-2005, 07:31 AM	#4
minnie_mouse Senior Member+ Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: england Posts: 4,651 Images: 528	oh thats horrible! and he was such a stunning horse. __________________ *****MINNIE ***** - mare of the year....two years running! "I've been Frosted"

02-28-2005, 07:33 AM	#5
mustang_dodger Senior Member+ Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: sterlins illinois Posts: 18,249 Images: 561	man he was such a good horse. he was taking after royal lark. he will be missed that's for sure. RIP buddy we will miss you. __________________ Proud owner of Smart Devil a registered appendix and registered paint mare Eye's White Feather.

02-28-2005, 07:34 AM	#7
Cool Time 84 Senior Member+ Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Posts: 6,027 Images: 883 Blog Entries: 2	Very true Autumn! I'll miss seeing him on TV that's for dern sure! __________________ *STOP = Spin Tires On Pavement!* *Proud Owner of Sonnys Vegasshowgirl* *And proud mommy of 3*

02-28-2005, 07:29 AM	#2
Paintlover Banned Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Minnesota Posts: 2,575	How TERRIBLE! That was such a well trained horse. Versitile and gentle. RIP

02-28-2005, 07:33 AM	#6
AutumnAttic Senior Member+ Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Michigan U.S.A. Posts: 6,106 Images: 150	That is really sad and is a shame.. I guess God needed him for something else, which is understandable because he is so perfect..

02-28-2005, 07:36 AM	#8
7HL Senior Member+ Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Strasburg, PA USA (Just west of "Paradise")In the Heart of Amish Country. Posts: 878	Lynn Palm is now working with his son Rugged Painted Lark. Watched her at the PA Horse Expo put him through his paces. He's a stunning horse.

02-28-2005, 08:41 AM	#10
Kahluasmom Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Barbados Posts: 619 Images: 13	Awww! I'm so sorry. He was gorgeous! He'll live on in your heart forever.

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