Bruce L. Cater

“We were very sadened to learn of Bruce's passing. Bruce was a great man. He was always kind and a great horseman. He was excellent with our horses...Read More » ”
1 of 57 | Posted by: John & Pat Clark - Mohawk, NY

“The rail is not the same without Bruce, Katie always knew he would wait for her to get into that ring before closing the gate. Bruce you are missed...Read More » ”
2 of 57 | Posted by: Eric Karen Katie Dolen - NY

“RIP Bruce... you will be greatly missed by all. Take care of those horses in heaven. ”
3 of 57 | Posted by: Marj Jones - friend

“I wanted to add one more thought...a waking dream...The saying goes that "if there are no horses in heaven I don't want to go there"...well I see...Read More » ”
4 of 57 | Posted by: Deb Michela - Clifton Park, NY

“Ah ...the laughter ...the great unconditional friendship, mentor, late night drinkin buddy...most wonderful farrier to my pony Lukie. Thanks to Bruce...Read More » ”
5 of 57 | Posted by: Deb Michela and Welsh Cob Pony Lukie Stonecroft Farm - NY

“Linda & Sons, I am so sorry to heave of Bruce's passing. John (Maharg) told me last Sunday that Bruce was ill. Alissa (Maharg), our daughter...Read More » ”
6 of 57 | Posted by: Nancy( Maharg) Kreager - Newark, OH

“Mr. Cater was such a friendly neighbor. We would often exchange hearty waves as he'd pass by in his truck or even if we would be driving by each...Read More » ”
7 of 57 | Posted by: Jeff and Alison Worcester and Family - NY

“Bruce was our farrier and friend for many years. He always helped when needed and gave advice when asked. He was an honest man with upstanding values...Read More » ”
8 of 57 | Posted by: Joe and Chris Disotell - friend

“My sincere condolences to the Cater family on their loss. Bruce was my farrier and my friend for 30+ years. I always looked forward to him coming to...Read More » ”
9 of 57 | Posted by: Marsha Himler - friend

“Bruce, you were one of the first people we met when we came to Cobleskill for one our first AQHA shows in 2004, you made us feel welcome. You were...Read More » ”
10 of 57 | Posted by: Deanna Ross / Jessica Ross - Ross Quarter Horses - NY

“Our condolences go out to Bruce's family. He will be greatly missed, but his memories will be with us forever. ”
11 of 57 | Posted by: Evans- Cathy BJ Maya and Devin - NY

“Bruce, you wil be greatly missed. Not only were you a great blacksmith you were a great friend of my familys. We will deeply miss seeing you on the...Read More » ”
12 of 57 | Posted by: Leanna Prudhomme

“I've gone through many blacksmiths over the years, but when I found Bruce, I knew that the serch was over. He was not only very skilled in his trade,...Read More » ”
13 of 57 | Posted by: Kelly Underhill - friend

“There is an empty spot on the rail. There is a sadness that fills the air. There is an empty spot on the rail. There is someone missing that should...Read More » ”
14 of 57 | Posted by: Jan and Abigail Andrews - NY

“We will greatly miss our dear friend and he will be in our hearts and memories forever. Bruce has been our farrier for 45 yeaars and it is not going...Read More » ”
15 of 57 | Posted by: Ralph & Jamie Pendleton - Friend

“From the class of 1964, we all send our condolences to Bruce's family. Bruce was the 1st friend l made when l was in FFA. He was one of a kind,...Read More » ”
16 of 57 | Posted by: Paul bode - Schenectady, NY

“My condolences to Bruce's Family. He will be greatly missed. I will certainly miss his unique sayings and great sense of humor. ”
17 of 57 | Posted by: Melissa Bartholomew - Esperance, NY

“Condolences to Bruce's family. Owning a dairy farm and knowing Bruce for 30+ years Roger always tried to get Bruce to trim our cows feet as well as...Read More » ”
18 of 57 | Posted by: Frances Ackley - friend

“We met Bruce just once, about 2 months ago. He was recommended by local horsemen as the farrier to use. One phone call, and he was there in two days....Read More » ”
19 of 57 | Posted by: Andrew & JoAnne King - Cobleskill, NY

“Bruce was always happy to give you a hand if you needed it. He was a fabulous horse man and someone I have looked up to since the first time he put...Read More » ”
20 of 57 | Posted by: Barb Sommerville - Berne, NY

“Like many other people Bruce was a friend to us not only working at the shows, but in every way . He was a great example to our children on how to...Read More » ”
21 of 57 | Posted by: Jim, Helen Groff - friend

“Bruce was a wonderful man full of wonderful little tid bits. One of my favorites was " I don't tranquilize I desensitize". I always looked forward to...Read More » ”
22 of 57 | Posted by: Amy Sargalis

“Some of my favorite childhood memories are of Bruce pulling in late at night to shoe my horses, and afterwards I got to stay up late to sit around...Read More » ”
23 of 57 | Posted by: Dede Lent - Unadilla, NY

“Bruce has been our family’s farrier for 35 years. He was very skilled in his trade, and an excellent horseman with great horse sense. We will miss...Read More » ”
24 of 57 | Posted by: The Wachter & NahrwoldFamily - NY

“Bruce had a varied expertise in many aspects of the equine industry that is hard to replace. He was very giving and did many things for people and...Read More » ”
25 of 57 | Posted by: Sandi & Bruce Emanuel - friend

“I am sure Bruce will be sorely missed at NYSQHA and the Cobleskill Fair. After being my Farrier for some 30 years, plus helping me with some...Read More » ”
26 of 57 | Posted by: Norma (Kent) Sano - Friend

“My deepest thoughts to your family, Bruce was such a great guy,Thank You Bruce for taking great care of my horses feet ,and the stories,, when you...Read More » ”
27 of 57 | Posted by: karen mault - gloversville, NY

“I am so sorry to hear that Bruce has left for greener pastures. When my daughter Darbi was showing at Cobleskill, we were usually stalled near him....Read More » ”
28 of 57 | Posted by: Donna Kenyon

“Bruce Cater was the first person to welcome me to the first Quarter Horse show I attended at Cobleskill, NY. He was always smiling and always willing...Read More » ”
29 of 57 | Posted by: Susan Winters - Akron, NY

“Bruce was truly a giving person. He always did all he could to make every nysqha show successfull and exhibitor friendly. I always told him that I...Read More » ”
30 of 57 | Posted by: Alice Witherel - Ferndale, NY

“A SAD DAY HAS COME WITH THE LOSS OF A GREAT PERSON,HORSEMAN AND MENTOR..THAT IS WHAT BRUCE CATER WAS TO ME.I KNEW MY HORSES WERE IN GREAT HANDS OF A...Read More » ”
31 of 57 | Posted by: michael dunn - stillwater, NY

“He was a wonderful and caring family friend. He was a mentor to many in the horse world and will be greatly missed by everyone. I will always...Read More » ”
32 of 57 | Posted by: Amanda Scheitinger - Stuyvesant, NY

“Having known Bruce for almost 25 years he always had a smile and a kind word for everyone .He was a true professional you could always count on him...Read More » ”
33 of 57 | Posted by: susan and john jodeksnis - NY

“We're so sorry for your loss. Bruce has touched so many lives in so many ways. I've always admired his honesty and wonderful sense of humor. He will...Read More » ”
34 of 57 | Posted by: The Bryce's...Andy,Chris,Alexis,Kaleigh,Amber

“A True Horseman who will be greatly missed! ”
35 of 57 | Posted by: Cindi Madej - Westerlo, NY

“A true friend, mentor & a cowboy forever. He will be so sorely missed by all who ever had the pleasure of knowing him. My last memory of Bruce...Read More » ”
36 of 57 | Posted by: B.J. , Betty & John Lazarou

“HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL THAT KNEW HIM. OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME ”
37 of 57 | Posted by: RHONDA & SHAWN WILDER

“We will greatly miss our friend ;-( Bruce will be in our hearts forever ! Linda & Fern Delisle ”
38 of 57 | Posted by: Linda Delisle - Friend & Client

“While I didn't know Bruce very well, I remember from the very first time he came into the Fair office where I work, that laugh. He was so jolly and...Read More » ”
39 of 57 | Posted by: Jo-Ann Corsall - Cobleskill, NY

“Bruce was one of the fairest and the most nicest person you would ever want to meet, we will miss his smile and laugh. He was what you call a true...Read More » ”
40 of 57 | Posted by: Todd & Wendy Sheldon - Nassau, NY

“To our dear friend Linda, Brian, Shawn, Debby, and family, Chris, Sandy and family and C.J. Our deepest condolences to you and your family at this...Read More » ”
41 of 57 | Posted by: Bill and Judy Holvig - Fonda, NY

“My sincere condolences go out to Bruce’s family & friends on his passing. I will cherish my last conversation with him at the May show. It was...Read More » ”
42 of 57 | Posted by: Sandy Mietz Allen - Fonda, NY

“A great friend that will be very deeply missed . You so selflessly gave of yourself to mange our NYSQHA Shows and were willing to help us tackle the...Read More » ”
43 of 57 | Posted by: Diane Tetlak & Heather DeLucia - NY

“I fondly remember Bruce from when I was just a kid growing up on my parents farm. He always did all of our horseshoeing and trimming for us. I will...Read More » ”
44 of 57 | Posted by: Carol (Orth) Hanes

“Bruce was a wonderful man - always willing to help us with anything and everything at the Cobleskill shows - we will all miss you. Our deepest...Read More » ”
45 of 57 | Posted by: Ken and Karen Clark and family - NY

“The passing of Bruce has left a hole in our hearts. His sense of humor and horsemanship will be greatly missed. Cobleskill horse show grounds will...Read More » ”
46 of 57 | Posted by: Ila and George Mead - Friend

“Bruce has been my farrier for 45 years. I always looked forward to his late-nite visits and our many conversations over coffee and pie after the work...Read More » ”
47 of 57 | Posted by: Faye Supley - West Charlton, NY

“Our most sincere condolences to Bruce's family and friends. It is hard to imagine not seeing Bruce's shoeing truck headed down the road, or to run...Read More » ”
48 of 57 | Posted by: Danny Crabill & Sue Mallery - NY

“Bruce was a very special person. He was always willing to got that extra mile for his clients and friends. Always honest & true. Bruce always had...Read More » ”
49 of 57 | Posted by: Linda & Fern Delisle - Argyle, NY

“Bruce will be greatly missed at the Quarter Horse shows by his horse friends, won't be the same without him there. He was a great horseman that knew...Read More » ”
50 of 57 | Posted by: Tammy Groat-Messick - friend

“"You will me missed more than words can say, always in our hearts and memories forever" Rest in Peace my friend. ”
51 of 57 | Posted by: Jean Hatalsky - Mechanicville, NY

“God Bless Bruce and his family. He was a wonderful person whose smile could be counted on at every NY QH show we ever attentded. ”
52 of 57 | Posted by: Mike and Nicky Kurty

“Bruce was a great horseman and even better man. I enjoyed our conversations over the last 15 years and looked to him often for his common sence and...Read More » ”
53 of 57 | Posted by: Laurel Jolliffe - Ballston Spa, NY

“My deepest sympathy in the passing of Bruce. He was always smiling and so friendly to all. ”
54 of 57 | Posted by: Beverly Petteys Jock - NY

“A great man, prayers go out to all who know him. He will truly be missed. ”
55 of 57 | Posted by: Marie Boomhower Wieland and Lynn Boomhower Silva - NY

“What an amazing man, a pleasure to know. He will be missed by all who know him. Prayers go out to his family. God Bless. ”
56 of 57 | Posted by: Marie Boomhower Wieland and Lynn Boomhower Silva

“Bruce was a good friend over the years and I will truly miss him. ”
57 of 57 | Posted by: Joe Crounse - Schenectady, NY