Before you register please ensure you are familiar with our terms of use and related policies. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. Try and be a bit more respectful of others and perhaps they will have a bit more empathy for what youre trying to get across. The location is now a series of low corrigated storage buildings. Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. TV star horse "Blueboy", We think the horse in Ace told my grandfather that he jumped over the bar to hit the negro, but the negro pulled a 22 revolver and shot him (Ace) in the stomach. In the late 1930s, Hudkins settled down and married, and after operating a bar in Hollywood moved to Toluca Lake and bought a stable where he and his brother Art ran a string of race-horses. In the first few seasons, riding paints were used for the most part, which appear in the close-up scenes with Mike. In the late 1930s, Hudkins settled down and married, and after operating a bar in Hollywood moved to Toluca Lake and bought a stable where he and his brother Art ran a string of race-horses. I'm sure someone out there knows the facts.. Fat Jones Stables was the top supplier of horses and horse wranglers to the movies for 51 years. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). Blue Boy was his horse on The Rifleman. Its actually now part of Forest Lawn Hollywood which is across the wash, & a short distance, from Warner Bros. One writer wrote of Hudkins win over Goldstein as the fight that broke the Jewish banks. It was Hudkins toughness that most impressed his faithful fans; his fight against Sammy Baker was described as the bloodiest fight ever seeneven the referee was drenched in ruby red Fighting from lightweight to light-heavyweight, he won several California State Heavyweight Titles and was Southern Californias biggest boxing drawing card in the 1920s. A Fury Scrapbook Shane was riding the AJAX horse around the grounds, only dressed in western cowboy duds. (LogOut/ The horses from the show were rented from Fat Jones Stables in North Hollywood. As for Fat Jones.He had some very early movie horses that I am interested in. He is the original trainer of Silver and Scout for the first movie series of the Lone Ranger. Curator Grainger in the series) Mr. Drury's filming horse was named Joe D. Mr. But he did tell me about his poker parties at the house with famous movie and TV cowboys in the 40s and his teaching John Wayne and others how to do stunts on horses. The vet was able to save some of the victims but several of the injured animals had to be euthanized, including Tomahawk. of movies and silent screens to today's TV epics is Lake Los Angeles in WE LIVED THERE UP AT THE END OF THE ROAD AT THE FOOT OF MT. Another interesting side is that Audie Murphy started me spelling my name the way it is now used, and Bobby was on a lot of Audies movies. He was totally bald, and had an incedibly red or flushed complexion. I LIVED ON THE RANCH FROM 1946 TO 48. I LIVED ON THE RANCH WHERE THE HUDKINS BROS. HAD THEIR BARNS AND ALL THE WAGONS, ETC. At any rate he was suspected of the cutting of the horses, I dont know if he was convicted. Ace had too.Bobby has had quite a career THANKS TO THE HUDKINS BROTHERS. The fact that hed amassed a whopping 102 fights in 10 years (a big number by any standard, especially considering fighters with Aces slam-bang style usually have a short shelf life) and was way past his prime. I LIVED ON THE OLD LASKY RANCH IN THE MID FORTIES. Many have since passed away - and in several instances, their children, are running the remaining stables. Between Sherman Way and Saticoy on the west side of Coldwater Canyon there was a facility called Hudkins Stables which had a number of western items including stagecoaches, buckboards, and a small group of donkeys. Thursday, April 29. Whoever wrote that the Hudkins Movie Ranch is now part of Forest Lawn Glendale needs to learn a little more about local geography. Dreamer" (7.20), the Virginian says, "My horse Joe likes water. His stories coincide so accurately. Freds brother Roy was a wrangler for the studios. called his horse "Jody" in THE VIRGINIAN episode "A Flash Clarence owned the Fat Jones Stables located in the San Fernando Valley in North Hollywood on Sherman Way. and television shows because actors can perform in the "wild west" MANY MOVIES WERE STILL BEING MADE THERE AMONG THEM STILLIAN ROAD, A BOY AND HIS DOG, IT HAPPENED ON 5TH AVE. AND OTHERS. Your grandfather, Leonard, was a fireman at the time. Appy had a more distinct varnish mark on his nose and dark spots on his hindquarters. making a movie at Lake Los Angeles in this photo Include gps location with grave photos where possible. But starting with Season 7, more and more location shooting was done, so more and more stunt double paints were needed. In the 1930s Wayne was paired with a majestic white parade horse with a long, flowing mane and tail. Unfortunately Fred was killed when he did a fall from a horse on the John Ford/John Wayne The Horse Soldiers. We would greatly appreciate any input or additional information. Ben Cartwrigt (Lorne Greene) and James Arness (Gunsmoke) rode the same buckskin horse. He was not at all like I had seen him in his boxing prime. Does anyone else know about the horses? The horse in this Date: April 1998. Morgan horse historian Susan Graf authored an article on several Morgan horses including Rex. This Appaloosa Trivia "from the horse's mouth": Did you know that the names of the other three original horses chosen at the beginning of the season of the show's run were: Dunny Waggoner, Slippers and Streak? Thanks for any feedback. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. For two seasons, former Harry Potter portrayer Daniel Radcliffe, and co-star Steven Buscemi have starred as an odd pair of angels in the series Miracle Workers. He attended an elementary school (Saticoy Elementary) at the corner of Saticoy and Coldwater Canyon. mule, movie stars and stunt men Aces favorite horse was Olivia de Havillands mount in the 1938 classic The Adventures of Robin Hood. That hearse you mention might be one of them. I am also a grandson of Ace Hudkins. please if your going to post anything about the true hudkins brothers get your facts straight. See answer (1) Best Answer. If you wish to contact me.I can be reached at: One more thoughtFred was also from Nebraska, Ainsworth, to be exact, where he did all sorts of stunts, such as having cars roll over his stomache, at rodeos and shows, etc. After looking at some of my search results, I am wondering if Orain (Ode) Hudkins could have been the man he was talking about. In the trivia section he stated that the Virginian's horse's name was "Joe." Daddy told me that the man was an absolute master at horse training. Geni requires JavaScript! Cartwright friends is the supporting cast of Bonanza. Cochise is Little Joe's beautiful Paint Horse with spotting pattern of white and black. With that said, I sincerely hope youre having a good Christmas. Make sure that the file is a photo. Questions Post Question There are no questions yet for this company. Icicidirect. Husband of Lorena Pearl "Rena" O'neal Ace did not name the horse Trigger. According to THE WESTERN HORSEMAN magazine March 1970 article "Sara Lane, Television's Cowgirl" (Sara portrayed Elizabeth Grainger in the series) Mr. Drury's filming horse was named Joe D. Mr. Dick Shane (who portrayed ranch hand Dick) gave this information: "The horse that James Drury rode on the Virginian was a gelding appaloosa named Jody, this was the main horse, the double horse to Jody was named Joe and Dell Combs owned both of these horses." All thanks to the courts that forced Ace too Marry Bobbys Mother on a promise.She took him to court. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. During the 40's and 50's The Duke's favorite mount was a large bay named Banner, supplied by the Fat Jones stables. Doug died at age 59 of cancer Feb. 5, 1995 Sorry it took me so long to answer. Im still next door! Did Ace keep a photo scrapbook that he bequeathed to his family? The attorney dismissed the situation claiming that the injury was fake The horses from the show were rented from Fat Jones Stables in North Hollywood. The business was founded by Clarence "Fat" Jones in 1912 when he provided horses for a Pathe Films western. Appy had a more distinct That first one may have also been used in the film " Unfortunately, I do not have Lanas contact but she is full of stories about her dad! 'Fat Jones Stables' in North Hollywood provided the iconic Horses of "Bonanza". A Roaney Scrapbook Ace NEVER fought for that title. Doug McClure rode at least four different buckskin horses in the Virginian series (I didn't see "Men From Shiloh" so I couldn't say if he switched horses for that or not). Failed to remove flower. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. A negro walked into the bar and had an argument with Ace Hudkins, who was attending his bar. The issue of Craig Exley has been something that has bothered me for years. It was located on Sherman Way, a short distance east of Lankershim Blvd. Ace lingered near death for two weeks at a Glendale hospital while receiving two blood transfusions, but somehow survived.On November 9th Hudkins was arrested after a drunken early-morning brawl when his friend David Chalmers father-in-law a huge San Pedro longshoreman took the gun he was still carrying and knocked him unconscious with it. There is a great view of a stage coach w/Sonora Coach lines on it. http://news.google.com/newspapers?id=sN9YAAAAIBAJ&sjid=ivgDAAAAIBAJ&dq=ace%20hudkins%20dies&pg=2683%2C992052, How interesting. I know it was his name since our mail often got mixed up. The references to "Little Buck" could refer to McClures buckskins (which he owned. I pushed him away from my front porch. What was Little Joe's horse? at Lake Los Angeles: Lake Los Angeles is a favorite setting for movies In 1938, Republic rented one of his horses whom Ace had named Hi Yo Silver for a movie version of, Aces favorite horse was Olivia de Havillands mount in the 1938 classic, co-starred in all 82 movies made by Rogers between 1938 and 1952 and also appeared in all 100 TV episodes of , In the 1954-57 television series Annie Oakley, both horses used to play the role of Oakleys horse, Ace Hudkins died on April 8, 1973 in Los Angeles and was posthumously inducted into the. I dont which to print all the info publically now. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? email: AJKLYDE@yahoo.com. They include Hop Sing, Sheriff Roy Coffee, Will Cartwright, Doc Martin, Jamie, Griff, Clem, Sam the bartender, Betty Endicott, Bob Miles, Dusty Rhoades & of course, the horses (Buck, Sport, Chubb & Cochise). Included in the photos are some of the barns in the background with the wagons and coachessome were left outside. Pat, what a wonderful site that is! with actors James Drury & Doug McClure, "Little Buck" was Doug's One of the best known of the animals that Mr. Goodwin trained is Francis, the talking mule. Nobody was ever arrested for the stabbing death of the Bonanza horses stabled at Fat Jones Stables in North Hollywood. Many people thought that the actors owned us horses, but "Fat Jones" retained ownership of us and trained us. Each of the horses was distinctly different so viewers watching in black-and-white could distinguish between them. Hi! Local arrangements were under the direction of Kiker Funeral Home. Special Oscar Chat, March 12! TV star Horses of "The I am reading about Ace Hudkins and wanted to know where and how the author found out about Aces 1973 date of death. Blue Boy was his horse on The Rifleman. Failed to report flower. After winning the lawsuit on April 2nd, Ace went out, got drunk, and was arrested for public drunkenness and fighting with the police. I am black and white, like many-but not all-of my kind. I have most of their historybut not sure what Jones re-named them. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. Bobby (Robert) Herron was indeed Ace Hudkins adopted son. might be "Buck" #3. These two vehicles were once owed by Warner Bros. We just acquired a stage coach which was once owned by Fat Jones. I have been in the horse business one way or another, most of my life. (One of the venues that you might remember was Lake Tahoe.) All images from "BONANZA" are Copyright 1959-2023 Bonanza Ventures, Inc. All rights reserved. Had to put him to sleep in 1980. Youre wonderful! It was sold to another studio company in the 40s..I believe it was called the Randall Co. We purchased the hearse from a studio in Brawley, Ca. An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. Two were what many considered white horses.at one time they had spots on their white coatsmost of which faded, due to a roaning gene or greying gene. In the book John tells that Jim Drury's appaloosa during the filming of THE VIRGINIAN was named Appaloosa Joe. movie star horse on the far right, Thanks to Barb for all of His professional career as a prizefighter effectively ended in 1932 with losses to Lee Ramage and Wesley Ketchell. Let us know if you have suggestions to improve this article (requires login). This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. I would very much appreciate any information from anyone who remembers Wahana at Fat Jones stables, or knew horse trainer Les Hilton, or knew Stephanie Epper or any of the other stunt people who worked on the My Friend Flicka TV series. I met Ace Hudkins at the Hollywood Legion Stadium Matchmakers office in the early 1950s As a boxing fan I was really in awe of the man, especially at his physical appearance. The location of hundreds of movies and silent screens to today's TV epics is Lake Los Angeles in north of Los Angeles County in the state of California, United States of America. My father is james lee hudkins sr who has passed away on december 31st 2012. yes my uncle bob (robert hudkins sr) is still alive and doing very well. He came to my house later the same afternoon and had dabbed one of his fingers with Mercurochrome, pretending that he got hurt. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Douglas assumes that Ace Hudkins quit fighting after he was no longer a contender. Father of Carol Elaine Jones, http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=65825360. The majority of the time, they were seen riding rented horses from the Fat Jones Stables in North Hollywood. Sorry we don't have the name of the had talked to Mr. Drury, and Mr. Drury had told him his horse's name was Recently I ran across a Carol Hudkins Shaw (aka Carol Hudkins)in the 1940s she lived in Glendale, bred, raced, showed, drove and rode Saddlebred and Standardbred horses. I wasn't so lucky, but I'll save that for later. Buckshot came from Fat Jones stable. Famously, the Fat Jones Stables in North Hollywood rented horses for the Bonanza show. W.E. I found an article with one of the Hudkins hearses. Here is Aces obituary. Sometimes a bigger and stronger paint was required for heavier duty, like during the filming of "Bushwacked," in Patagonia, Arizona. Horses have played a large role in the history of the San Fernando Valley. I wish he could have held on longer but, as Dan pointed out, the life he lead took its toll. Items Belonging to the Estate of the Last Manager of the "Fat Jones Stables" (From Joe'sGal's Collection) It was our stable that owned and rented all the horses and wagons (rolling stock) you see in the Western movies and TV shows, filmed between 1912 and 1975. Work sure gets in the way at times!!! I thought at the time that he was ill, of course.. Hi, was curious about Bobby Herron, who was adopted by Ace Hudkins. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. did not have these characteristics and appears to have been a stockier LOTS OF MOVIES WERE SHOT THERE AT THAT TIME. He's always been a good swimming horse. Can any of you verify or disprove this info? Oops, we were unable to send the email. Do you remember my Stepfather Fred Kennedy? Bobby worked a movie there called Saskatchewan. built animal. I have a lot on STEEL. This account has been disabled. I am trying to get as much information and pictures of my family history so that i can finish the book that i have started. He lived a sober life in the end. The well known horse trainer became ill in Tucson, Ariz., over a weeks ago and was flown back to Glendale where he underwent surgery. Fat Jones's Stable was one of the largest suppliers of horses and wranglers to the movie industry in Hollywood for 51 years, and supplied many of the tv western series of the 1950's and '60's including Bonanza. Hosted by ellen! I had the same problem before. Hi Kristine, It took him several years to pay for his new partner, whom Ace had named Trigger. In the early 1950s my husband lived in the trailer park at the corner of Coldwater Canyon and Sherman Way. Famously, the Fat Jones Stables in North Hollywood rented horses for the Bonanza show. My business for many years, now retired, was researching pedigrees of horses of numerous breeds. The names and likenesses of the characters appearing in the "BONANZA" and "THE PONDEROSA" photoplays, and any images and pictures from such photoplays, are collectively the copyrighted and trademark-protected property of Bonanza Ventures, Inc. and NBC Universal Inc. (as successor-in-interest to the National Broadcasting Company, Inc.), and are made available only for private, non-commercial use. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. Is there proof that Bobby Herron was adopted by by Ace Hudkins? switched horses for that or not). for films and TV productions for over half a century. Aces horse Trigger co-starred in all 82 movies made by Rogers between 1938 and 1952 and also appeared in all 100 TV episodes of The Roy Rogers Show.In the 1954-57 television series Annie Oakley, both horses used to play the role of Oakleys horse Target were Aces horses. That day, Lorne Greene met Buck. Was your Dads nick name Ode? The CHD model established by hi Id love to see whatever you have. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. I was wondering if anyone has any pictures of the hearse(s) that were part of the Hudkins Brothers Movie Ranch. We use to play cowboys and indians together when they lived on Everett St. in Lincoln NE. Buck #1 During the 40's and 50's The Duke's favorite mount was a large bay named Banner, supplied by the Fat Jones stables. Thank you for sharing! Dr. Glenn Shewmaker, Extension Forage Specialist, University of Idaho, recommended taking a close look to decide whether renovating will be economical. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. Funeral services were held in the First Methodist Church at 10am Tuesday for John Goodwin, 65, former Breckenridge resident, who died in Glendale, California at 7:15p.m. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Where Chance and Planning Meet in Movieland. In the Western saddle, I wasn't able to get myself . easy one to spot because of the way he held his tail when he ran. Bonanza Ventures, Inc. is the official worldwide rights holder to the television programs created by David Dortort: "BONANZA" (and its prequel, "THE PONDEROSA"), and "THE HIGH CHAPARRAL." As a child I spent time there at the ranch, when Fred was attending to his horses and such. This event lasted a few week ends. In the meantime, Ill drop a few of the tales here as I think of it. Dick Shane (who portrayed ranch hand Dick) gave this information: "The You'd know about that more than me. This is too coincidental Please take notice that any use of this material for any commercial use, or any unauthorized display, distribution, transmission or other use of this material, is expressly prohibited and constitutes a violation of the rights of Bonanza Ventures, Inc., and NBC Universal Inc. John was a cinematographer. I WATCHED MANY OF THESE LOCATION SHOOTS AS A BOY OF 10 YEARS OLD. We had some horse ledgends there also, among which was Steel. Hes alive and well (90 years old) and living in Thousand Oaks with my mother. You would call me a "paint". But I'm getting ahead of myself, here! As the imposing powerhouse Hoss Cartwright, actor Dan Blocker was matched with a 15.3 hand Quarter Horse / Thoroughbred-cross gelding, named Chub, who weighed a sturdy 1.250 pounds. It is located in the desert near Palmdale, California. This Appaloosa (it sure sounded like the Virginian said, " 'Jody' pulled up lame") did not have these characteristics and appears to have been a stockier built animal. Others, just dont understand the impact of Ralphs death on his father Ace Hudkins. james arness had a bad back,he was able to ride him because of his smooth gates. It was part of the ranch and used in the movie Gentleman Jim with Errol Flynn. FAT JONES STABLES, INC. in California | Company Info & Reviews Company Information Sponsored Links Company Contacts This company has not listed any contacts yet. 141-15 72nd Avenue You can tell us apart by the ratio and patterns of white versus black, on our bodies. Hey There. Calico, Eddie, and Blossom were among the three . Pernell Roberts previous birthday celebrations, Dan Blocker's previous birthday celebrations. You can always change this later in your Account settings. A demented intruder broke into the Fat Jones Stables and stabbed several of the horses, among them Tomahawk. Copy. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. Carol Jones Johnson was not the daughter of western movie star Buck Jones. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. He began fighting professionally at 16 and boxed until he was 27 and was never knocked out. It bustled with activity during the era of the westerns. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. (LogOut/ I'd like to tell you all about myself! ). The series was cancelled in 1973. A larger horse was needed to pull the travois, carrying Mike. The horses that he kept at his new stables were wonderful. Below are some of the names of the horses of Bonanza. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? Add to your scrapbook. Ace was surely alive and well, living at 2302 with his wife Betty. One sad day! The last time Johnny saw Bosco was in 1976 when he appeared in an episode of "Little House on the Prairie". Jones founded the stable originally in Edendale (now Silverlake) in 1912 and rented horses to movie companies for 51 years. Ace spent two weeks in the hospital. I found your blog using msn. The location is now a series of low corrigated storage buildings. Ace Hudkins quit boxing after 1941. I later joined up and was a Stunt Woman working for about 30 years, on and off. It was definitely informative. Rough living will do that to a person. As almost all fans know, Silver has always been white, which ever horse played him, and there have been several. WHY? Sam of Blazing Saddles Fat Jones Stables, Hollywood, California, United States of America: Bonanza: Cochise: Paint, 15.3 hands, 1150 pounds: Quarter Horse: Joseph "Little Joe" Cartright: Fat Jones Stables, Hollywood, California, United States of America: Thirteen different horses were used as riding and stunt horses in the role of Cochise: Bonanza: Ginger: Eric "Hoss . If hed had any more pro fights after that then they would be on his record. You can leave a response, or trackback from your own site. Verify and try again. Reseeding and Renovating a Degraded Horse Pasture. That didn't always turn out well!*Horselaugh*. They decided to honor animal performers after a horse was killed in an on-set accident during the filming of the Tyrone Power film Jesse James.The letters are an acronym, and stand for Picture Animal Top Star of the Year.A later acronym was also included: Performing Animal Television Star of the . 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