Longtime harness racing participant Alexander 'Sandy' Fraser passed away at his home in Dartmouth, N.S. on March 9 at the age of 87.
Sandy was born in Bridgewater, N.S. November 23, 1927, son of Ingram and Emily (Coppin) Fraser. He had a long career as an electrician, specializing in marine electrical. He joined the Dartmouth Shipyards in 1946, moving to Karlsen Shipping in 1967, until opening his own company A & DC Electric in 1975.
He was an avid horseman and achieved renown in the harness racing community. Many will remember the bowties he wore in the winner's circle. He was head of the Nova Scotia Harness Racing Commission from 1993-1998.
He was involved with the Dartmouth Kiwanis and a past member of Brightwood Golf Club. Sandy was a proud member and a past president of the Austenville Owl's Club. Sandy gave generously of his time, whether helping someone with an electrical problem, coaching Little League baseball, organizing harness racing on Lake Banook or just being there for friends and especially family.
He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Christina (Farmer); daughters, Joanne (Pat) Boudreau, Susan Fraser; sons, John (Sherry) and Gary (Louise); grandchildren, Tracy, Colin, Heather, Christopher, Bonnie and Martin; great grandchildren, Zackary, Joshua and Harmony; sister, Mary (Nelson) Ferguson. Predeceased by brothers, Arthur "Bud" and Ingram "Jim"; sisters, Alice and Helen.
A celebration of his life will be held at the Austenville Owl's Club, 34 Oakdale Crescent, Dartmouth on Saturday, March 14 from 2:00 - 4:00pm. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the CNIB.
Please join Standardbred Canada in offering condolences to the family and friends of Alexander 'Sandy' Fraser.
Very sad to hear, he was a
Very sad to hear, he was a great owner for the Russell Burgoyne Stables at Sackville Downs with Moorelands JJ and Fly Bye Knight, and later at Truro Raceway with stakes fillies and colts. You couldn't miss him in the winner's circle with his trademark bow ties. He won't soon be forgotten.