I was given the honorable title of Miss United Rodeo Association for the rodeo season of 2004. I met and got to work in the arena with Jeff at a few rodeos, the first being Sabetha, KS. It was a three-day performance in some of the worst heat, but Jeff made it a breeze. His off-the-wall, impomptu jokes had all of our sides and cheeks in pain. In life you live, love, lose, and most importantly, you learn. From Jeff I learned that a smile and a little laughter can take you a long ways. As a rodeo queen I was jealous of Jeff's sense of fashion and ablility to pull anything off... The inflatable Elvis suit, the 'Fairy of Wove" costume and skirt, and his cheers he did so well with his 'speech problem.' He was not afraid to push the envelope, and in doing so, he was one of the best 'funny mans' I've ever seen perform. To his family, I cannot express my sorrow for your loss. However, I will keep you in my prayers and think of Jeff often. He will be missed.

Just wanted to let you know that I am thinking about all of you. Jeff was an awesome friend and a pleasure to work with. He did it the "right" way. The rodeo fans and I will miss him dearly.

Sincerely,
Blaine Partridge, PRCA Rodeo Announcer
North Loup, NE

Jeff we will miss you. You were truly one of the best, you took the time to make a lasting memory for every one who ever saw your show.

God Bless & Happy Trails

In the course of one,s life you have the chance to meet a variety of people.Very few are people you can call a really true friend. I always enjoyed wacthing Jeff perform his magic in the arena.He was such a wonderful person, the world of rodeo will never be the same. God,s speed to you jeff. You will always be in are thoughts and prays.

Jeff was a great rodeo clown and always had the crowds rolling! I always remember him at the Sabetha, KS rodeo. I will keep you in my prayers.
God Bless

I knew Jeff through the URA rodeos he worked and he was a treat to be around and was good at what he did. I am very sorry for you loss. He will be missed greatly. our hearts go out to his wife and children as well. Please know that your family will be in our prayers. Remember the God tells us in Jeremiah that ALL the plans HeE has for us are for good and not for eveil to give us a future and a hope.

Zac Parrington & Family

It will be a lonely ride to Lexington, Kentucky in May of 2007 when i go to announce the kentucky invitational rodeo. You see in 2006 Jeff and I shared the ride to Lexington. lots of time to talk and strengthen a friendship that we have shared for years. I know how proud Jeff was of his wife, Libbi, his girls and his son that at that time was "on the way". He also had lots of rodeo friends ,but spoke most of Steve and Craig. Jeff, you have been called to make the last ride to where the grass is stirrup high lush and green, I know, my friend that your entry fees have been paid !
God, thank you for letting us have Jeff Veteto in our lives,
Steve Eli

Jeff you were the bast dam cowboy out there and a bestfriend... we well miss you deeply and miss your smile but well always keep you near in are hearts. as the cowboy rides away may his memory live on...love ya

Jeff was the best in the business, Mike loved going to rodeo's where Jeff was working. He will be remembered in our family for a long time to come. Our Prayer are with his family for many years to come. We will miss the JOY he added to our lives. Mike, Clara, and family.

All the members of the United Rodeo Association feel for you in this time of loss. Our rodeos won't be the same without Jeff and all his costume changes and humor. He added something very special to the rodeos where he performed.