Obituary

In loving memory of John McMillan

John Andrew McMillan Passes; Celebration Of Life Sunday

Former Standardbred owner/breeder John Andrew McMillan passed away peacefully at the Margaret Bahen Hospice in Newmarket, Ont. on Jan. 21, 2026 in his 83rd year.

In loving memory of Boris Laus

Boris Laus Passes

Dr. Boris Laus passed away suddenly on June 24, 2026 while in his beloved country of Croatia. He was 59.

In loving memory of Jerry Haws

Jerry M. Haws Passes

With profound sorrow and immense respect, the Blooded Horse Sales Company has announced the passing of the Company's longtime General Manager and President, Jerry M. Haws. He was 85 years old. Jerry p...

In loving memory of Gord Mason

Gord Mason Passes

The racing community has lost a legend. Gord Mason of Orangeville, Ont., the creator of Grattan Helmets, passed away on June 12, 2026 at the age of 80.

In loving memory of

Jim Boese Passes

Jim Boese, longtime Chief Operating Officer of Harrington Raceway & Casino and former United States Trotting Association director, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2026, at the age of 84.

In loving memory of Ivan Sugg

Ivan Sugg Passes

Ivan Sugg, 83, passed away at his home in Deshler, Ohio on June 9, 2026.

In loving memory of Tom Aldrich

Tom Aldrich Passes

Thomas Michael Aldrich of Hudson, Ohio passed away peacefully on June 13, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family on the day following his 76th birthday.

In Loving Memory of Robbie Clark

Robbie Clark Passes

Longtime harness racing industry participant Robert "Robbie" Clark of Dundas, Ont. passed away on June 1, 2026, just shy of his 76th birthday.

In Loving Memory of Giuseppe Lanni

Giuseppe Lanni Passes

Longtime harness racing industry participant Giuseppe Lanni of Kirkland, Que. passed away on May 26, 2026, at the age of 78.

In loving memory of Hugh MacKay

Hugh MacKay Passes

Hugh Roderick MacKay, 86, of Shubenacadie, N.S. passed away on May 25, 2026 after a lengthy illness.

In loving memory of Archie McNeil

Archie McNeil Passes

Longtime harness racing industry participant Archibald “Archie” John McNeil, of Westborough, Mass. passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Thursday, May 14, 2026, in Worcester Fai...

In loving memory of

Steve Desomer Passes

Steve Desomer, a mainstay of California harness racing as a driver/trainer for six decades, passed away this week of a heart attack.

In loving memory of Jeffery Graham

Jeffery Graham Passes

Jeffery Scott Graham of Glencoe, Ont. passed away suddenly at his home on Friday, May 1, 2026 in his 57th year.