THE Connemara Pony Bob Marley sadly passed away last week aged 21. Owned by Anne Stanley, the 14.2hh had an outstanding record in working hunter pony classes, show jumping, Connemara performance classes and eventing.

Over the years Bob Marley was partnered by 10 different riders and was most recently ridden by Shona Lynch. Bred by Norma Cook, he was by the Connemara stallion Ashfield Bobby Sparrow out of Garryhack Pride.

Throughout his career Bob Marley notched up 63 Showjumping Ireland points, multiple eventing placings and an endless amount of IPS, Connemara Pony class wins and championships victories. With Shona Lynch on board, the pair won the prestigious High Performance Final at Clifden Show in 2016.

Anne Stanley expressed her thanks to everyone who was involved in his career and all those who were connected to him.