A Go Fund Me page has been launched for the surviving daughters of Paul Bernardo, who passed away last Thursday (December 7) at the age of 65.

Bernardo, a very well respected horseman at Pompano Park, Tioga Downs and Saratoga Raceway, had been in the midst of a very successful season at Pompano Park when he was stricken. For more information, click here.

Information on services for Bernardo are yet to be finalized, however, there will be a memorial event at Pompano Park along with a memorial mass and celebration of his life in his hometown of Granville, NY. There will be a private service and burial in Ottawa, Ont., as well.

Bernardo is survived by his wife, Roxanne; daughters, Joanna (15), and Julia (12); as well as sisters, Kathryn Grabowski (of Fairport, NY), Christine Pietryka (of Bomoseen, VT); and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and their children.

Family and friends are invited to make a donation to the Go Fund Me page benefitting Paul's daughters here.