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Memorial Donations
A Message from Our Board
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dannielle, the beloved founder of After The Homestretch AZ.
Dannielle passed away on July 22, 2025. Her unwavering dedication to protecting the legacy of former racehorses through reconditioning, retraining, and re-homing built this organization from the ground up.
We are committed to continuing her vital work in her honor.
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IN MEMORY OF
Stu (Stubborn Streak)
In memory of Stu. My heart horse. RIP my special boy. No more pain…
— Wendy Carrick
IN LOVING MEMORY OF OUR FOUNDER
Dannielle Marturana
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dannielle, the beloved founder of After The Homestretch AZ. Dannielle passed away on July 22, 2025.
Her unwavering dedication to protecting the legacy of former racehorses through reconditioning, retraining, and re-homing built this organization from the ground up.
We are committed to continuing her vital work in her honor.
— The ATHA Board
"Dannielle was such a gift to the horses and humans who crossed her path." ❤️ — Stacey Sickler
"May she rest in the pastures of peace." — Brad Ghaster
"Dannielle - you are an inspiration for humans, and an angel for all the horses you have served. Rest in love my fellow rescuer." — Jennifer Coller-Brumbaugh
Christye Flanagan
"She was a wonderful caring individual that put the animals first. She will be missed." — Patricia A. Gitre
"For continued care of the horses. I’m so sorry for the loss of your founder." — Delrene Sims
"Dannielle was a wonderful amazing lady. I briefly volunteered with her. Prayers to her family." — Michelle Shoemaker The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18
"Dannielle was a dear friend who we met when she and Linda were both volunteering at Luv Shack Ranch in Cave Creek. We had a lot in common because of our love of horses, especially thoroughbred race horses.
Soon after Dannielle left Luv Shack, she founded After the Homestretch AZ (ATHA). Linda was part of the 1st board for quite a few years. Even when no longer on the board, we kept in touch and supported ATHA by attending events raising funds for the rescue.
After her beloved, husband Bernie died, Dannielle herself started to have health problems. However, her love for the horses, and devotion to the horses never wavered. Sadly her sickness took her life. Her last race. May her memory be a blessing." — Ray and Linda Philbin
"Dannielle allowed our family to visit ATHA twice when we were visiting from Chicago. She patiently spoke to us about every horse and let us feed them carrots. I'm honored to have known her." — Rosemarie Conroy
This is from my horse Sheba, who Dannielle helped rescue." — Tracy Demetropolis
"I was a volunteer for 12 years and only recently had to resign. I will never forget any horse that I ever had the honor of caring for and I will always love them with all my heart. "— Charlene Freeman
"Warren and I were members of the first board of directors of ATHA. What a shock to hear of Dannielle’s passing." — Joan Lang
"Ride on, in peace." — Aleta Ringlero
"Please accept this donation in memory of Dannielle Marturana. As a new volunteer this year, I talked with her a few times and was inspired by her commitment to rescuing racehorses. Although I had to pause my volunteer activities due to the heat, I am committed to return when the temperatures have dropped. Thanks to the Board and other volunteers for continuing Dannielle’s legacy."
— Antoinette Sheen
—Love, Lori, Franny and Sean
"God bless all of the humans and horses at After the Homestretch! You are her legacy." —Kimberly Rock
IN LOVING MEMORY OF VOLUNTEER ,
Ron Drynan
In loving memory of our friend, Ron Drynan, whose joyful presence at the ranch will be missed by all of us and the horses. He enjoyed the peace and comfort the horses gave to him as he happily cared for all of them.
His wife, Wendy’s words:
“Ron was the most incredible man, husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and dear friend to so many. He was a kind-hearted soul, a naturally curious mind, a consummate teacher, giving everything he could to those around him, endeavoring to do the right thing, and constantly pushing himself to be better. The worlds of so many are poorer for his passing.
Ronald Darrell Drynan, Jr., age 62. Ron was a loving husband of Wendy A. Drynan, loving father of Ronald D.
Drynan III, (Kristina Drynan) loving son of Jane A. Drynan, preceded in death by his beloved father, (Ronald D. Drynan, Sr.), loving son-in-law of Merriann Beja, preceded in death by his beloved father-in-law, (Robert A. Beja, Sr.), fond brother of fraternal twin John M. Drynan, (Megumi Drynan), Ruth J.
Chastain, (Randall Chastain), Douglas A. Drynan, (Elizabeth Drynan), fond brother-in-law of Robert A. Beja, Jr. and Christopher J Beja, (Victoria Beja), dear uncle to Haru Miyata, Ariel R. Beja, Sumner Lambert, Ian M. Drynan, Morgan T. Beja, Katie Chastain, Jamison L. Beja, and Brooke Chastain.
As per Ron’s wishes, there will be no services or further arrangements made at this time. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in honor of Ronald D. Drynan, Jr. to, “After the Home Stretch” horse rescue. It was a place he volunteered every Saturday morning at the crack of dawn, to care for the horses there that he loved so deeply.
In Memory of Ron Drynan, Jr., A loving husband, father, son, brother, and an all around amazing friend! We miss and love you! Fondly, Alana (Mateling), Ian and Connor Flatley
John and Linda Kutinac, Las Cruces, NM
Will Hutchinson, St George, UT
Joann Rosa, St George, UT
Pam Saccameno, Pleasant Pr, WI
Ralph and Susan McCurdy, Orland Park, IL
Douglas and Elizabeth Drynan, Los Osos, CA
Alfred Peterson, Northbrook, IL
Mark and Korraine Linnerud, Chicago, IL
Jane Drynan, Frederickson, TX
Julie Ohnstad on behalf of Hecate Energy, Dunwoody, GA
Debbie Hixon, Las Cruces, NM
“Ron was truly an amazing soul and he will be missed by all of us.”
John Drynan and employer, Micron Foundation, matching donation.
Cynthia and William Thompson, Evergreen Park, IL
Melanie Seymore (Mowery), Cumming, Georgia
Sheila Bechinski, Wanatah, IN
“I just made a donation and I wanted you to know it was in memory of Ron Drynan, a good friend since childhood who has been volunteering for you and loving it! Thank you for all you do!”
Anas Ansari, Katy, TX
Tina Vail, Phoenix, AZ
Susan Lampariello, La Grange, IL
Thomas Mohler and Shelly Berk, Las Cruces, NM
Rita Durhman, Fredricksburg, TX
Karen Nelson Rogers, Westminster, CO
“In Memory of Ron Drynan, Jr from Karin, Mike, Nina and Amelia Rogers”
Cori Deltoro, Cave Creek, AZ
“2 hour therapy session for the horses in Honor of Ron Drynan”
IN MEMORY OF
Jean D. Winslow
This donation is being made in deepest sympathy to our dear friends, Laurie and Brian Tucek, to honor the memory of Laurie’s beloved Mother, Jean D. Winslow, who passed away in Prescott, January 19th, 2024.
– Charlene & Bobby Freeman
IN MEMORY OF
Lord Bacchus
Lord Bacchus was owned and loved by Ann Damiano until he passed away in February 2023. His started his racing career in Washington, but apparently at 17+ hands, was considered too big to be a successful racehorse. He was sold off the track as a 3-year-old to a dressage trainer who thought he had potential. Ann purchased him as an eight-year-old and he spent the next 20 years training and showing in the sport of dressage but he never forgot his thoroughbred heritage. They competed through United States Dressage Federation fourth level and he helped Ann get her USDF bronze medal. Bacchus was a great example of how OTTBs can find wonderful second careers.
Bacchus was a very regal horse and was loved and respected by everyone who met him.
– Ann Damiano
IN MEMORY OF
Tassie
In memory of our beloved Tassie, taken from us on Oct 4, 2022. She was our companion for 14 years and gave us unconditional love and faithfulness that will keep her in our hearts and memories forever. We are so thankful to have adopted her when she was 6 weeks old. She was definitely a treasure.
– Bobby & Charlene Freeman
IN MEMORY OF
Koley Bear
We had 14 wonderful years with our dog, Koley Bear, and we loved her very much. She will always be in our hearts and thoughts. She would have been very jealous of her Mommy’s time with the horses!
– Bobby & Charlene Freeman
IN MEMORY OF
Leah
Brooke Beaulieu organized a fundraiser for After The Homestretch Arizona in honor of her sister, Leah.
The following people donated in honor of Leah:
Jill Galus
Chelsea White
Shannon Rakovsky
Fordham & Shelley Tucker
Douglas Razzano
Danielle Leong
Kuulei Michelle Johnston
Morgan Finch
Eddie Perez
David Trollope
Jack Balon
Mike & Lynette Jarvinen
Rachelle Groenewold
Nicolas Chorak
Haight Family
Family Gram
Fileccia Marcy
Sarah Curtis
Alexander Bortz
Judy Ivicek
Lisa Robles
Katherine Lockhart
Cheri George
Mark McGinley
Julee Lynch
Maria McKay
Robin Freese
Lia Briehl
IN MEMORY OF
Norman Dube
Norman Dube’s passion was horse racing.
He made many trips over the years to Monmouth Park, NJ and Saratoga Racetrack in New York State.
– Kathy Roberts
IN MEMORY OF
Molly Pearson Anderson
The Arizona Thoroughbred Breeders Association
Don & Barb Maggiore
Charlene & Bobby Freeman
In memory of Molly Pearson Anderson, my trainer.
– Susan Wafer
Kimberly Rock
IN MEMORY OF
Mephista & Tia
In honor of Mephista and Tia – two of the most beautiful and amazing mares that I’ve had the good fortune to spend time with. They will be missed by all.
– Charlene Freeman
Mephista
Tia
IN MEMORY OF
John McCarvel
– Charlene & Bobby Freeman
IN MEMORY OF
Saraswatianmahagan (Sara)
In loving memory of Saraswatianmahagan (Sara) who taught me that with patience & love I could win her trust, which was a special gift that will remain in my heart forever. I will miss Sara and never forget the time I had to spend with her.
– Charlene Freeman
IN MEMORY OF
John Edward King, Jr.
John Edward King, Jr. passed away on September 13, 2019. John was the husband of Lois Burris who is such a kind and caring person. They were married for 33 years. Lois Burris volunteered at After The Homestretch and was a delight to work with. She and John loved the racehorses. Our thoughts and prayers are with Lois and her family.
– Charlene Freeman
IN MEMORY OF
Raven & Macchiato
For Raven & Macchiato – the two most heroic horses I had the privilege to know and love.
– Charlene Freeman
Macchiato
IN MEMORY OF
Marcia Chesney
In Loving Memory of Marcia Chesney, avid racehorse lover and owner.
– Tim Carlson
Given in memory of Marcia Chesney … many days spent at the track with her and her family. I think this will make her smile.
– Randi Relander
This is a donation from Rockwell Automation made in memory of Marcia Chesney.
– Heidi Petrakis
IN MEMORY OF
Bernie Marturana
With deepest sympathy on the passing of Bernie Marturana and with respect to Dannielle and Wendy.
– Bobby & Charlene Freeman
IN MEMORY OF
Senator John McCain
– Lisa Kendall Powers
IN MEMORY OF
Billy Jacot
Billy was a fun loving, compassionate man and a wonderful friend to my brother, Mark Clemans. He will be missed by many.
– Virginia L. Gammons, Idaho
IN MEMORY OF
Dr. Sarah Carstens
- Robert J. & Gail L. Schermer, Vermont
IN MEMORY OF
Gary Gjerstad
In honor of our friend, Gary Gjerstad, who passed away early this morning. Gary had come out with a friend to visit the old Ranch – he was blind – and I took him around to meet all of our horses. He fell in love with Hawkeye because Gary is from Iowa and they have the Hawkeyes team there.
– Charlene & Bobby Freeman
Hawkeye
IN MEMORY OF
Bernie Burnham
With love and sympathy to the family.
– Charlene & Bobby Freeman
IN MEMORY OF
Roger Lange
With respect to the family.
– Charlene & Bobby Freeman
IN MEMORY OF
my Dad's Birthday
– Alexandra Mufson
IN MEMORY OF
Edward Wayne Wilhelm
To the memory of my big brother, “Big Wayne” Wilhelm – from Doc, Linda, Bo, Wayne, Savannah, Kevin and Amanda
– The Wilhelm Family, October 12, 2017
In honor of Edward Wayne Wilhelm, who loved the horses. Our deepest sympathies. Kratville – Tarpein – Zobel Family
– Judy Kratville, August 10, 2017
In memory of Edward Wayne Wilhelm
– Laith Sheet, August 10, 2017
In memory of Edward Wayne Wilhelm – a True Horse (Race) Aficionado
– Patricia & Michael Gryzik , August 10, 2017
In memory of Edward Wayne Wilhelm
– Dennis & Connie Van Denburg, September 2, 2017
IN MEMORY OF
June Gilman in 2012 and Carl Gilman in 2017
My mom moved to Arizona in 1997 to enjoy the warm winters of Sun City and the summer months of Prescott. She was an avid reader, loved playing Bingo and spending time with me. She leaves behind my dad, Carl, her husband and best friend of 65 years, myself and her granddaughter, Shannon George, and her husband, Brian Vasquez, of Whittier, CA
Brooke George, her daughter, February 4, 2012
From a friend of Brooke George, June’s daughter
Dannielle Marturana, February 6, 2012
My Dad passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2017. He’s with my Mom who he has missed so much since her passing 5 years ago. He has been struggling the past few weeks but I believe he was waiting for my cousins, Jerry and Linda to arrive before he closed his eyes for the final time. He recognized them immediately and even winked at Jerry, like he did so many years ago when they were up to one of their practical jokes….:)”
- Brooke Gilman, his daughter, March 3rd, 2017
IN MEMORY OF
Lyman H. Rollins
Lyman lived a very full and successful life. He loved his wife dearly and together they raised a wonderful close-knit family. His horses were a reflection of the kind of man he was. Each one received excellent care and training and went on to other careers after the track.
– Mike and Gayle Drennan, November 1, 2012, Phoenix, AZ
Lyman was a fine country gentleman and horseman. We admired, respected, and loved him.
– Ron and Germain Johnston, November 2, 2012, Edmond, OK
In memoriam of Mr. Lyman Rollins.
– Michelle Wesala, November 2, 2012, Tempe, AZ
To Dave and Karin, In memoriam of Mr. Lyman Rollins. Love Summer and Brady and the Fueld Films Family.
– Sadie Cornelius, November 8, 2012, Austin, TX
In Memoriam
– Joanne Burian, November 8, 2012, Desert Hills, AZ
Lyman was a wonderful horseman who contributed much of himself to the Thoroughbred Racing Industry. He is missed and will continue to be missed in our world and industry.
– Peggy & Dick Hopwood, December 5, 2012, Phoenix, AZ
IN MEMORY OF
Darleen Ann Wilkowski
IN MEMORY OF
Inge (Schloss) Lehmann
Inge Lehmann, our wonderful mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, aunt and friend, passed away February 13, 2015 in her apartment in San Francisco.
Our mom was passionate about life and was a loyal and dedicated friend to people important to her. She had a wonderful sense of humor and was a gracious hostess. A long-time San Francisco resident, she and her husband, the late Gary Lehmann, enjoyed many weekends boating on the bay with friends and family. She loved to travel, going to the symphony and building the “house on the hill” with her husband, Gary.
Inge is survived by her two daughters, Debbie Lucchesi and Yvonne Hunter, her adored grand-daughter, Chana Schames, caring son-in-law, Jeff Lucchesi, wonderful sister-in-law, Joan Schloss, and nephews and nieces Jeff and Melody Schloss and their family, Ron Schloss, Bob Schloss, Linda and Ray Philbin and Connie Benesch.
– Ray and Linda Philbin