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A gallery of all the horses that were once part of the TEAD family. Gone, but never forgotten.
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Ellie
Our beloved Ellie passed away on May 5th, 2020.
Before arriving at TEAD in 2011, Ellie competed on the local show jumping circuit under her show name Rickards Red. Ellie quickly won the hearts of many riders, volunteers and staff and she will be remembered for her lovely movement, exuberance and kind, gentle nature. Ellie was 25 years old and had some very serious health complications.
Always dedicated to her role as a therapeutic partner, Ellie would enter the riding arena with her ears perked and a twinkle in her eye. She will be greatly missed at the TEAD farm.
May you run free Ellie and thank you for your years of dedicated service.
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Hottie
Hottie was a calm, dependable horse that was a staple of our therapeutic riding program for many years. He retired from TEAD in 2022 to live out the remainder of his days in peace and tranquility. Thank you for all you have given us Hottie, we will never forget you.
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Ebony
"Ebony's Palace"
1991-2023
Ebony has been an integral part of our TEAD family since 2007. He was a beautiful gift from Kathryn Hendriks and we are forever grateful for him. As a therapy horse of many years, he touched hundreds of lives and gave hundreds more smiles to all who knew him. He loved his job and, during his arena turnouts, would often park himself at the ramp unprompted, waiting for his next rider. He knew the importance of what he did, and we couldn't have been more blessed to have him in our program for so long. He also deeply loved Wrangler, his long-time best friend. He will be deeply missed by the TEAD community. May he run free in greener pastures.
Thank you Ebony for all your years of dedicated service. We will never forget you.
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Wrangler
2000 - 2023
It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of our dear Wrangler. Wrangler has provided TEAD with 11 years of unparalleled service to so many of our participants, and his absence will be felt for many weeks to come.
Wrangler was often the first to carry our youngest and smallest riders. He took great pride in his job, and diligently looked after his precious cargo each and every day. His patience, grace, and strength was one of a kind.
We hope he was greeted by his best friend Ebony, and that they are eating all the grass their hearts desire. May he rest easy.
Thank you Wrangler for being the most special pony to so many extraordinary participants. We will miss you dearly.
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Lexie
2000 - 2023.
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our sweet Lexie. Unfortunately, Lexie had a degenerative health condition which caused her to decline quickly. With the guidance of our vets, Lexie was laid to rest on November 17th, 2023. Lexie was a really special horse and began her therapeutic journey with TEAD at the young and tender age of 6 years old. She was our go-to for new, nervous, or fragile riders because she was so honest and trustworthy.
There are so many lives that Lexie touched, and we are so grateful that she was part of our therapeutic program for so long. Thank you Lexie for giving so many their wings. May you run free in greener pastures.
Rest in peace sweet girl, you were so loved.
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Lady
2003 - 2024
Today marks another extremely sad day for TEAD; we are at a loss for words. We lost our beloved Lady on Family Day due to a severe bought of colic. We are all absolutely devastated at yet another loss from our equine family.
A newer therapy horse, Lady came to us in 2021 in a time of need - and she truly was a dream come true. We could see immediately that she enjoyed her job and would thrive at TEAD as a therapy horse, continuing to bring joy to all her riders the moment they stepped through our doors.
Lady’s friendliness and curiosity made her such an incredibly sweet and gentle mare. She was an absolute angel, and looked after each and every rider that sat upon her back with grace, pride, and dedication. We will miss her more than words can express.
Rest in peace, darling girl.
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Santasia
Happy Retirement Santasia!
After 8 incredible years of service, it’s time for Santasia to retire from the program. She will be going to a beautiful private hobby farm with her friend Izzy on March 17th, 2024. They will have a forever home there where they will be beyond loved and cared for.
Santasia is our matriarch, always looking after the other horses as well as her riders. She is as dependable as they come, and an absolute joy to work with. She loved her job as a therapy horse, often 'talking' with her lips in happiness during lessons, and is so patient, quiet, sweet, and kind.
Thank you, Santasia, from the bottom of our hearts for all you have done for TEAD. You and Izzy will be missed dearly.
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Izzy
Izzy came to us in early 2023. She was amazing helping us with our summer camp, but over time she let us know that being a therapy horse wasn't for her. She joined her friend, Santasia, accompanying her to her retirement home. We wish Izzy well, and we thank her for the time she spent with us.
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Willy
1996- 2024
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Willy, a beloved therapy horse who dedicated 12 years to bringing comfort, courage, and joy to countless lives. Willy left us peacefully, surrounded by the gentle embrace of the farm he called home and the love of those whose lives he touched. From the very beginning, Willy demonstrated an incredible gentleness and intuition that made him a natural healer.
With his calm presence and steady gait, he became a trusted partner to children, and individuals of all ages facing emotional, cognitive and physical challenges. Willy had a special way of knowing when someone was in need, and he offered his support selflessly, creating a sanctuary of understanding and compassion.
In his years of service, Willy did more than help people ride; he helped them walk, laugh, believe, and heal. He was a quiet friend to those in silence, a guide through fear, and a source of strength to many who had lost their way. Willy’s impact reached beyond his immediate family; he became a symbol of hope and resilience to everyone who visited his pasture.
Willy’s legacy will live on in the lives he transformed. His memory will forever be cherished by the therapeutic riding community, the dedicated staff who cared for him, and every person whose spirit he lifted. In lieu of flowers, the farm requests donations to TEAD, where his legacy of healing will continue.
Run free, Willy. You were more than a horse; you were a blessing to all who knew you.
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Major
After many years of serving the TEAD community, we are pleased to announce that Major will be returning to his former loving home close by - just in time for the holidays! He will spend the remainder of his days relaxing, being spoiled rotten, and enjoying all that retired life has to offer. We thank him for his dedication, determination, and for dutifully bringing smiles and joy to countless participants, volunteers, and staff.
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Cooper
With bittersweet gratitude, TEAD is also celebrating the retirement of our beloved Cooper. A therapy horse since 2018, Cooper has carried more than riders—he’s carried confidence, courage, joy, and calm into the lives of so many. Cooper is known for his big movement, and discerning, curious personality. He is returning to his former owners in sunny Florida, where he will bask in warmth and sunshine for the rest of his days. Thank you for everything Cooper - we will miss you dearly!
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Gypsy
2009 - 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our sweet Gypsy; though she was small in stature, her larger than life personality shone in the barn, arena, and beyond. Though only a TEAD therapy horse since 2023, her grace, compassion, and ability to form meaningful relationships with all who worked with her, made it seem as if she had been a therapy horse her whole life. She always knew exactly what to do, how to show up fully, and connect with those who needed her most. She even wore a heart shape on her neck, perfectly symbolizing the boundless love she had to give.
Gypsy was famously vocal, adored her equine friends (especially Waldo, who she often tried to ‘mother’ as best she could), trail rides, mints, and being doted on with brushes and cuddles - especially from children.
Gypsy was a very fancy mover, incredibly brave, intuitive, and dutifully carried out her job as a therapy horse. She was a big hit at summer camp, graciously permitting herself to be dressed up and painted to the delight of our campers. She helped so many to heal, open their hearts, lift their spirits, and learn to ride. Thank you Gypsy, for your dedicated years of service.
Rest easy, sweet girl. Though your time with us was short, we will never forget you and your impact on so many lives in our community, including those of our participants, staff, and volunteers. May you run forever free in the greenest pastures, with unlimited mints and apple treats.