On November 21st on behalf of the Nevada Paint Horse Club (NPHC), Parks and Recreation, Churchill County Commissioners, and the family of Tammy Lee dedicated the auxiliary green arena at the Fair Grounds to beloved local ranchwoman, Tammy Lee. Lee was killed in a ranching accident on July 10th.
Roy Boch, on behalf of the NPHC, addressed area residents, friends, and family that gathered for the dedication. According to Boch, upon Tammy’s passing in July, the Club wanted to honor her in a way that would stand the test of time. The Club also sought to show their appreciation for Tammy and the many years the Lee family donated the use of their cattle for roping classes and various events. And the idea was floated for the Tammy Lee arena dedication in the town she loved and called home all her life.
Jim Moore, former director of Churchill County Parks and Recreation, hand-crafted the new arena sign and then donated it to the County for the dedication, saying “I’m a friend, I’m a neighbor, and I have known Tammy for a long time.” Moore felt that donating the sign was something he needed to do.
The new sign was erected at the arena during the dedication. Boch shared that Tammy was born in Fallon on June 8, 1962 and spent her early years competing in rodeo events like goat tying, barrel racing, pole bending, and team roping. “She lived for branding, ranch rodeos, and showing her horses and working dogs. We can all agree that she was one of the best people we knew.”
Bus Scharmann, County Commissioner, and former dean of Western Nevada College stated, “When the idea was brought to us at the county, this was a slam dunk. We all knew Tammy and we thought it was very appropriate to name the arena after her.” According to Scharmann, Tammy spent many years donating her time, raising money, and supporting the Western Nevada College rodeo team. “She was a great person, and I would classify her as a great lady.”
The Fallon Post sincerely apologizes for the misprint in the December 4th print edition of this story regarding Tammy’s wonderful contribution to WNC. Her son, Tommy Lee, was the rodeo team coach during that time. ~ Rachel & Leanna
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