[Sonesta]

http://www.usefnetwork.com/news/9228..._19902012.aspx

He was such a very nice young many. Very friendly at the shows and always upbeat. Loved those horses. This is so sad.

[Sing Mia Song]

What happened? Was it a complication of his disability?

I am so in awe of the Paralympic riders. Whenever my body isn't "behaving" while I'm riding and I get frustrated, I think about the determination those guys must have. Makes my troubles seem trivial.

[Natalie A]

What happened? Was it a complication of his disability?

I am so in awe of the Paralympic riders. Whenever my body isn't "behaving" while I'm riding and I get frustrated, I think about the determination those guys must have. Makes my troubles seem trivial.

I believe his disability was cerebral palsy, which shouldn't be life-shortening without other issues.

As a novice rider with a disability/medical conditions, I am in awe of the high-level paraequestrians and what they do. Condolences to his family and friends.

[Underthebridge]

no

[dressage fan]

You were an insperation.

[Bethe Mounce]

I was astounded to read this news this morning on fb. He truly was such an inspiration to all of us. RIP

[Tha Ridge]

I'm an SMU alum (where Jonathan was attending) and we were friends on Facebook. Just last week he posted a photo on Facebook of the stall of his horse, Richter, newly adorned with the London 2012 plaque. I couldn't help but smile and feel proud for him.

I was so sad to read the post this morning by his parents announcing the loss of their son. Amazing how much can change in the blink of an eye.

[chebeau]

Very sad. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

[rustbreeches]

Such a sad loss. Condolences to those who knew and loved him.

[trubandloki]

Condolences to his family and friends.

[NeverTime]

Jonathan accomplished an amazing amount during a life that was far too short. I hope his family can find some small comfort in that, and that he got to live his dream of competing -- and representing his country admirably -- at the London Paralympics.
Rest in peace.

[2tempe]

Jonathan accomplished an amazing amount during a life that was far too short. I hope his family can find some small comfort in that, and that he got to live his dream of competing -- and representing his country admirably -- at the London Paralympics.
Rest in peace.

This exactly^^. Huge condolences to Jonathan's family and friends.

[fatappy]

It was so sad to see this news. My heart breaks for those that knew him and his horse. I know those two had an amazing bond.

I hope his family and friends can find solace in Jonathan's accomplishments and knowing how many he has inspired.

Rest in peace, Jonathan.