Update: Martin J. Toner Passes

Published: April 25, 2015 08:16 pm EDT

Trot Insider has learned that horseman Martin J. Toner, who just celebrated his 65th birthday on Sunday, April 19, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 24 at his residence in Guelph, Ont.

He is survived by his daughters Martina, Elaine, Jeanette; sisters, Anne, Dolores, Lyda; brother Mark; nieces Cortney, Tracey, Cigi; and nephews Kevin, Kerry, Michael, Spencer, Landen.

Marty was an avid Habs fan. His kindness and devotion to horses goes beyond words. He was a driver and trainer in his prime years. His last eight years were spent in the stables with Janice Hubbard and Patrick Keetch. Janice referred to him as her angel with the horses, dogs and cats.

Cremation and a private family memorial service will take place later in the year. A memorial to celebrate Marty's life will be held at Golden Horseshoe Lanes for his friends at a date to be announced.

UPDATE: There will be a memorial for friends and family at the Westover Women's Institute Hall at 11349 Concession 6, L9H-5E1 on Thursday, April 30 from 1-3 p.m. Chaplain Ken Carter will be in attendance to give kind words and prayers. Please join us to celebrate the life of Marty. Following, a tree will be planted at Golden Horseshoe Farms in his memory.

Please join Standardbred Canada in offering condolences to the family and friends of Martin Toner.

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