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MAINE-ANJOU CATTLE FOR SALE:

Looking for cattle to purchase or consign? Do not forget to check out our consignment sale list located at the top of the Digital Beef Cattle search screen called “Maine-Anjou Cattle for Sale”. Active breeders may use this tool at any time to consign animals as long as you have a login for Digital Beef.

NATIONAL SHOWS

Anyone showing in a junior or open class at the national level must be an active member with the AMAA or American Maine-Anjou Junior Association (AJMAA). Junior members exhibiting at these shows must be the sole owner of the animal they are showing.

OBITUARY

Alan Lee Grider of Anna, Texas, passed away on February 8, 2021, at the age of 72. He was born in Odessa, Texas, on September 20, 1948, to Robert L. and Charlene (Reis) Grider. Alan graduated from Coleman High School in 1967 and from Texas Tech University in 1972. He married Eugenia Morgan on February 28, 1976, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Alan was the owner of A & R Equipment Sales. He is survived by his mother, Charlene Grider of Coleman; son Terry Phillips and wife, Karla of Germany; daughter Vicki Smith of McKinney, Texas; daughter Sherri Womack and husband, Mark of Gordon, Texas; sister Claudette Grider Flynn of Fort Worth, Texas; grandchildren Cheyenne Secrist, Amber Ishmael, Justin Smith, Gavin Phillips, and Evie Phillips; numerous great grandchildren; and other loving family and friends. Alan was preceded in death by his wife, Eugenia Grider, and father, Robert L. Grider. ** Alan served as the Maine-Anjou barn boss at the Fort Worth Stock Show for many years and was a dear friend to AMAA breeders & staff.

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David Daniel Marold passed away peacefully at his country home in Warren, Texas, on Friday, the 11th of June 2021. He was 79 years of age. He was born on the 23rd of May 1942, to Audrey Bernadette Conway Marold and Louis Joseph Marold in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He attended Cheyenne Mountain School in Colorado Springs and graduated from St. Joseph Military Academy in Hays, Kansas, in 1961. David attended Regis University in Denver and the University of St. Thomas in Houston. On the 28th of July 1966 David married Mary Crotty Carter in a beautiful ceremony at St. Anne Catholic Church in Houston. He died the way he lived… he wrote his own rules, wore many "hats," and connected with every person his path crossed. And he had many paths. David worked for Chemical Bank and Trust in Houston. He then created Temple and Marold Demolishing Company with George Temple. In 1972 he embarked on a new path with his wife Mary and his late father-in-law Victor Neuhaus Carter. The trio created Sonderegger Maine-Anjou (purebred Maine-Anjou cattle operation involved in genetics for seedstock with show champions nationwide) from 1972 – 1996 in Warren, Texas, and then in Westcliffe, Colorado. In the early part of 1970, Sonderegger was involved with Goliath Cattle Company and imported the first Maine-Anjou cattle into the United States. Out of Sonderegger spun High Country Cattle Services and High-Country Genetics. In 1996 David and his wife Mary left the mountains and country life of Colorado and returned to Houston. In 1996 David and Leonard Halpern with the support of Mary created Essential Settings Inc., a purveyor of fine china and household goods. In 2006 he partnered with James Steele for STTEP International Ltd., an international, privately-owned military, intelligence, law enforcement training, and advisory company. David was active in Republican politics his entire life. He was precinct chair of his precinct in Houston in the late 1960's early 1970's. David worked on numerous Republican campaigns in his lifetime. David served as a Director on the American Maine-Anjou Association for many years and he served as President for a term beginning in 1984. He served as a Director of the National Cattleman's Association for years. David was a Director of the National Farmers Market Association in Colorado. Most recently David served on the Tyler County Historical Commission with a mission to make sure the Tyler County Court House was restored and preserved to its natural beauty. David was a member of the Houston Country Club, the Garden of the Gods Club, Silver Spur Club (National Western Livestock Show), and the 1100 Club (Houston Livestock

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Show and Rodeo. David was a rare combination of someone who had an extreme love of life and a firm understanding of what was important…. his family. David is survived by his wife of 54 years, Mary Crotty Carter Marold; his daughters, Marion Marold Vickerman (Shannon Counsil), Camden Marold Gillum (Tyler), and Sarah Marold Clymer (William). He was a proud grandfather of Lauren, Katherine, Tyler, Hadley (Chelsea), Hayden, Elizabeth, Mary, and George. He also leaves behind his brothers, Richard Marold (Terri), Ronald Marold (Suzanne) and sister-in-law Anne Carter Parker. David was proceeded in death by his brother, Louis J Marold; and brotherin-law Victor Neuhaus Carter II. The family would like to recognize David Redecop, the ranch manager, who would move mountains for the "old guy" day and night, Dolly McIntyre who was a sweet, kind presence in his life for many years, and to his amazing loving caregivers who saw him through to the end Sabra, Regina, Raven, Beulah, Coterra, Mona and all of the other caregivers that have come and gone from Lending a Loving Hand. A special thank you to Dr. Lisa Ehrlich for her years of amazing care and to Olive Branch Hospice and Greg Gray for providing a peaceful passage.

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On Friday, July 23, 2021, Jerry Gibson left this world peacefully to enter his eternal heavenly home. Jerry was born on Oct. 20, 1941 in Warren, Ark., to John Will and Frankie Lillian Gibson. He received his collegiate degree from the University of Arkansas at Monticello (which he lovingly called by its previous name of Arkansas A&M) and was a member of the Warren Masonic Lodge. He began his business career at Texas Instruments in Dallas where he also met his future wife, Gloria June Gibson. Jerry then began a brief service in the Air Force teaching Crypto in San Antonio as well as mathematics in a local high school. Jerry loved to hunt and fish as well as spending time at the farm tending and growing his cattle business. Jerry was known for his wisdom and business instincts that carried him far through the years. This instinct helped him to attain many prestigious titles and accolades such as Sr. Vice President of World Wide Operations (DSC in Plano), President & CEO of Telserve his own private telecommunication company, CEO of a Fortune 500 Company (Value Added Communications), Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year award, and Distinguished Recognition in The National Management Association. He served on several boards and trustee positions, served his church as a deacon and his city in politics at a local level in Parker, Texas. His natural eye and instinct for quality cattle produced accolades through the Maine-Anjou Cattle Association such as President of the Association, Breeder of the Year, Seed Stock Producer of the Year, Maine Man of the Year, and through the years several back-to-back Grand Champions and Reserve Champions. He was also named the 37th Distinguished Alumnus of the year along with his brother John Wayne Gibson at their college alma mater. But the best titles and accolades he loved and was known for were that of friend, encourager, investor, counselor, mentor, son, brother, husband, dad, and papa. He was known for his love of music and singing from his longtime involvement in his church choirs as well as participating with the Singing Men of Texas in concerts and on mission trips to the Ukraine. He had a quick wit, infectious smile, and a compassionate giving spirit. Jerry was preceded in death by his father, John Will, his mother, Frankie Lillian, a sister Martha, a mother-in-law Velma Prestage, and a brother-inlaw Jim Haupt. He is survived by his wife June Gibson, his two sons Jay (Ashlee) Gibson, Judd (Marla) Gibson, a sister Linda Haupt, a brother John Wayne (Martha) Gibson, a brother Sam (Judy) Gibson, a brother-in-law Jerry (Kay) Mara, several grandchildren Joel, Alexis, Courtney, Jeremy, Cheyanne, Jacob, Haylee, and a great granddaughter Adalynn, as well as by several cousins, nieces, and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 31, 2021 at the Chapel at The Heights Church located at 201 W. Renner Rd, Richardson, Texas at 1:00pm. Those who so desire may make memorial donations in memory of Jerry to the Singing Men of Texas, to Bartimaeus Baptist Temple in Dallas (a church to the challenged), or to the American Cancer Society.

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Farewell

The American Maine-Anjou Association (AMAA) has been very fortunate over the years to have some of the best office staff an organization could hope for. In July, we bid farewell to two of our very best, Rhonda Boddicker and Paige Jones. The AMAA has been very fortunate to have these two as employees and we wish them the very best in their retirement (Rhonda) and future endeavors (Paige).

Rhonda Boddicker

Paige Jones

I’m going to use the term “signing off” as that is the title John used for his last Voice article when he retired in 2015. Yes, I’m signing off after many years of calling the Maine-Anjou office my home away from home. I have sincerely enjoyed what my job entailed through the years, and even more embraced my friendships with the people I’ve been lucky enough to work with and meet through the Association. There have been major changes since I started in 1990 when an IBM Selectric typewriter was the technology used at my desk until now when everything is found on the internet with the speediest computers. It’s been great but I’m ready and excited for the next chapter in my life! Signing off, Rhonda.

I am so so thankful for my time with the AMAA and especially thankful for all the friends of the breed that have loved and encouraged me along the way. You all are truly the best of the best, and I’m always just a phone call away if you need anything. And don’t worry, I’m sure you haven’t seen the last of me yet!

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Executive Vice President

Blake Nelson Blake@amaapc.com

Voice Editor/Director of Shows, Communications & Youth

Lindsey Broek, Lindsey@amaapc.com

Director of Commercial Developement

Joshua Cribbs Josh@amaapc.com

Director of Herd Book & Data Services

Marcena Fulton marcena@amaapc.com

Office Assistant & MAPP

Donna Grame Donna@amaapc.com

Office Assistant

Denise Bent Denise@amaapc.com

2021 BOARD OF DIRECTOR LISTING

REGION 1

Michael Cramer 2282 State Route 309, Ada, OH 45810 M: (979) 251-1560 mikesaclassic@yahoo.com

Andy Jones 1729 Van Gundy Rd., Chapin, IL 62628 M: (815) 228-7820 ajones@mix30.com

Brent Tolle 791 Brashears Points Rd., Taylorsville, Ky. M: (502) 905-7831 Brent.tolle@merial.com

Eric Walker 14845 Walker Rd., Prairie Grove, AR 72753 M: (479) 601-3567 eric@willowspringscattle.com

REGION 2

Beau Ebersole - Director At-Large 1935 280th Ave., Kellerton, IA 50133 M: (515) 971-8461 ebersolecattleco@yahoo.com

DJ Folkerts - President 463 30th Ave., Jasper, MN 56144 M: (507) 348-4919 evfm@frontiernet.net

Landon Nagel 41209 SD Hwy. 37, Springfield, SD 57062 M: (605) 464-1197 nagelclubcalf@hotmail.com

Cali O’Hara P.O. Box 991, Fort Benton, MT 59442 M: (406) 734-5252 Ohara@3rivers.net

REGION 3

Jirl Buck - 2nd Vice President 18478 Cattle Dr., Madill, OK 73446 M: (580) 795-4865 jirl@buckcattle.com

Danny Dupree P.O. Box 1192, Clinton, OK 73601 M: (580) 445-7595 ddupree@bar-s.com

Brian Fox - 1st Vice President 3574 County Road 22, Fort Morgan, CO 80701 M: (970) 313-7224 Brian.m.fox@hotmail.com

Brett Carter 11690 N. C.R. 3340 Stratford, OK 74872 M: (580) 759-9694 lcartercattle03@gmail.com

AT-LARGE

Mark Beauprez 11780 Mimosa Rd., Byers, CO 80103 M: (303) 822-9260 markb@netecin.net

Wyatt DeJong - Secretary/Treasurer 16600 W. Burmood Rd., Wood River, NE 68883 M: (605) 842-5683 Dejongranch.wyatt@gmail.com

Kendall Bremer 23384 Ridge Rd. Blakesburg, IA 52536 M: (641) 799-4911 klbremer81@gmail.com

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