Tracy KOVACS Obituary

My deepest sympathy to family and friends.
I met Tracy back when we were show jumping ponies. Always friendly, always thoughtful. A beautiful person inside and out with a lovely smile and laugh. So talented and dedicated you deserved every success you achieved. I loved watching each new horse blossom in the ring under your gentle guidance. All with their own story. Thanks for being you. You will be so missed.

My sincere condolences to Tracy's family. I had the privilege of knowing Tracy thru horses. I had the upmost respect for this quiet ( in her own way) talented, and unwaving dedication to everything she believed in. As many of cannot believe what has happened,we definitely know there is a huge gap in our lives. We can only go ahead and continue to honor Tracy in the way she led her own life. That is to be respectful, have the courage to stand up and dedicate our lives to do what's right in life. My prayers and thoughts with her family and friends.

I had the privilege to watch Tracy since thoughtfully riding her ponies, continuing the beautiful connection with many different horses, and in helping so many other aspiring equestrians. Although her life was too short, she filled every moment with a wonderful connection with horses and people. You were loved.

I was lucky enough to teach both Josh and Georgia. Tracy was a fantastic supporter of her children and a fantastic Mum to them both. She was both realistic and fiercely honest. She was also up for a chat when we banged into each other at the local shops. I loved catching up with her recently in the township and hearing the successes of both Josh and Georgia. Tracy you were a force to be reckoned with and your kids were so lucky to have you in their corner.

Judy. So lost for words with the sudden loss of your dear daughter. Tracy. My love and deepest sympathy goes out to u all.

From when I was a little girl, our family was stationed in NZ.
Our mothers both Colleen and Judy became so tightly bound, although we lost my mother, i know that even today in spirit, the love they held for each other entwined a deep rooted connection in all our families, although we have been so far away for many years, we have remained close in our hearts. We treasure this union so much, so when we heard the departure of our Tracy it resonated so deeply within all of us, words are always hard to find to console anyone, what we do know is that Tracy will be within us for ever as that deep attachment will remain in our soul sending our love far across the ocean to let you know we are here praying for you all to be strong, and mindful of all the blessings she gave you x

I am so terribly sorry - you were an amazing force in the equestrian scene, an amazing mum and friend also even though our paths didn't cross very often. You are missed.

So So sad for you Richard, Georgia & Josh & all your families.
Please except my deepest sympathy
Much love to you all.

Rest in Peace Tracy, she was a much valued friend. I have many treasured memories of our times together, competing around the Show jumping circuit. Such a talented horsewoman, I will miss you so much. All my love to the Kovacs and Grant familys

Tracy- you were simply the best, one in a million, non judgemental, 100% supportive of all of your students and their horses, may you rest in peace my friend, Tracey

Our deepest sympathies to Tracy´s family and friends. Tracy will be missed by many. Her ability to make everybody feel heard and cared for was extraordinary. Rest easy Tracy.

Tracy was everything you needed in a coach. She was genuinely interested in the journey of each of the horses I brought a long - which have been many and varied over the years. She was unflappable and was right there with you on every stride - she missed nothing with her astute eye. She coached you like she was your best friend. She gave me some much confidence and celebrated our achievements like a proud yet modest parent. Some of my happiest riding memories have been made in her group lessons. She is singularly the most respected and valued woman in the Canterbury pony club and competition scene.
The void from her absence is vast and deep. I will miss her forever.

Dearest Tracy fly free beautiful lady, the angels only take the best . Thank you for your wonderful training, guidance, encouragement and friendship, we are forever grateful. You will be sadly missed. Sending love to you, condolences to your family. Everyone´s heart is Jo, Lily and horses XO

Sending our love to the Kovacs and Grant families at this sad time. Tracy was such a talented horsewoman and the most beautiful person who shared so much and touched so many. Our family enjoyed watching her equestrian journey with along with her amazing parents, Charlie a & Judy. From great ponies to spectacular horses. Great times. I will never forget Tracy's easy and natural connection to her horses. Tracy will be forever missed by everyone who was lucky enough to share time with her.

Sending so much love and strength to her family and nearest and dearest. Thank you Tracy for everything you shared, your knowledge, your encouragement, passion and humour, and your genuine interest in everyone you taught over the years. Tracy will always be in our hearts. Rest in Peace

The horse community will never be the same without you trace
Your advice words or wisdom kindness the general chats lessons confidence you have given both my girls from there very first lessons at 5 years old to now one being 15 and the other 18 life is so unfair rest in piece tracy

I will be forever appreciative for the generosity, kindness and knowledge Tracy shared during our lessons. Her humbleness and gift for teaching were second to none and she leaves many of us better people and riders for having known her. Rest easy my friend.

Our equestrian world will never be the same. I will
Miss you not being here every Thursday for lessons.. your talent was so amazing . Farewell my friend till we meet again

All our Love and Prayers to the Kovacs and Grant families at this sad time. Tracy is a beautiful Soul who touched so many, we will never forget the wonderful kindness and patience she showed to all. Rest easy Tracy, you will be forever missed. All our love Cherie and Jade. xxxx

I will never forget the mentoring Tracy offered me on my Show Jumping and eventing Pony at your Mairehau property. I would never have competed to the level I did without her support. And then after a 20 year hiatus, Tracy helped me bring my OTTB up to eventing at 80cm. Rest in Peace Tracy, you will be sadly missed!

Rest in Peace Tracy.
Remembering the wonderful at Belfast Pony Club. Parents, Charlie and Judy were so encouraging and supportive of Tracy, her horses, Pony Club and eventing competitions.
The silent bond given by Tracy´s horses was an expression of trust, respect and love they had for her. A beautiful soul.
My condolences to the family

Pam Englefield

Passed away unexpectedly, surrounded by her family at Christchurch Hospital, aged 56.

"Forever in our hearts"

Dearly loved daughter-in-law of Mandy Grant, much loved sister-in-law of Jane and Wayne, Wendy, Julie, Jeffrey and Ethan.

Your memory will live on forever. Loved forever by your brother Karl, sister-in-law Tracy, Aunt to Nik and Cassandra, Danielle and AJ, Shane and Candice, and the greatest Aunt to Phoebe, Jack, Mason, Ella, Nora, Mildred, Hazel, Rosa and Murphy.
"Rest in peace and ride free forever"