25/06/2025
๐ ๐ง๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฏ๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐ผ ๐๐ถ๐ฒ๐๐๐ฒ๐ป๐ฎ๐ป๐ ๐๐ผ๐น๐ผ๐ป๐ฒ๐น (๐ฅ๐ฒ๐๐ถ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฑ) ๐ฃ๐ฎ๐ ๐ง๐ถ๐๐น๐ฒ๐๐๐ฎ๐ฑ: ๐ ๐ง๐ฟ๐๐ฒ ๐๐ฒ๐ป๐๐น๐ฒ๐บ๐ฎ๐ป, ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐๐ฒ๐บ๐ฎ๐ป, ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฑ
Today, we honor the life and legacy of Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) Pat Titlestad, a man whose contributions to both The Official Umvoti Mounted Rifles and the Okusha International Equestrian Centre have left an indelible mark on all who knew him.
Patโs unwavering passion for horses and polo was matched only by his commitment to service. His vision and dedication helped forge a lasting connection between Okusha and the Umvoti Mounted Riflesโa bond that has enriched both communities for years.
Thanks to his leadership, we had the privilege of participating in the KZN Military Tattoo for many years, and riding proudly in the Freedom of Entry parade in eThekwini (Pietermaritzburg and Pinetown) as part of the Regimentโs 150th Anniversary celebration. These experiences remain highlights of our history, made possible by Patโs tireless efforts and deep love for both the military and the equestrian world.
Thank you, โUncle Pat,โ for everything youโve done to bring us together and for the legacy you leave behind.
Your spirit lives on in every ride, every salute, and in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know you.
You will never be forgotten. Your legacy continues to inspire us all.