IT would be impossible to mention all of those in the world of equestrianism who died during the last year but one person whose death in early January was felt acutely among staff members and contributors of The Irish Field and Irish Horse World was that of Mary Davison.

Known by this writer from our days as members of the Ward Union Pony Club, Mary was involved in thoroughbreds and sport horses and was a much-valued supporter of St Paul’s Special School Riding for the Disabled Group. She loved all that was good in life which she embraced with passion.