Wisconsin farrier Kenneth Armstrong passed away on August 26, 2024, after a battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 75.
After being drafted into the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War, Armstrong graduated from Oklahoma Farrier School. He shod horses for 22 years at the Minnesota Pinto Horse Association and served as a foreman at Badger Foundry.
He is survived by his wife, 4 children and 6 grandchildren. Online condolences are available at torkelsonfuneralhome.com.
American Farriers Journal is the “hands-on” magazine for professional farriers, equine veterinarians and horse care product and service buyers.
American Farriers Journal is the “hands-on” magazine for professional farriers, equine veterinarians and horse care product and service buyers.
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