Alfred Grummett Passes
Longtime Standardbred owner and trainer Alfred Ernest Grummett of Stratford, Ont. passed away at the age of 74 on Friday, October 25 at his residence surrounded by his family.
Loving partner and best friend of 54 years Coby (Snyder) Grummett. Survived by his loving daughters Donna (Mike) Kennedy, Linda Grummett and Karen Herbert. Alfred was proud of his eight wonderful grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Also survived by a brother William (Grace) Grummett of London.
Alfred was predeceased by his parents Percy and Elizabeth (Corbett) Grummett along with his brothers George, Joe and Danny.
Alfred was well-known among the Ontario horse racing industry as a professional racer and owner.
Friends and relatives may call at the W. G. Young Funeral Home, 430 Huron Street, Stratford on Wednesday, October 30 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The memorial service will be held on Thursday, October 31 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home.
As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Liver Foundation through the funeral home at (519)-271-7411 or www.wgyoungfuneralhome.com.
Please join Standardbred Canada is offering condolences to the family and friends of Alfred Grummett.
My sincere condolences to
My sincere condolences to Linda and her family.
I can't begin to say how much Alf has helped me in the business.
He taught me the game, how to buy, how to sell. He picked me up broke down late at night with truck and trailer more then once. He even picked me up when I was just plain broke, opening his wallet without hesitation.
He was always there when I needed him and I did'nt have to ask twice. That was special!!!
Alf best day as a trainer had to be June29/06. He raced at Mohawk for the very first time. He decided to put in a mare that was racing well in Sarnia to give her a shot down town. Since he was going with one we decided to put another one in to fill the trailer. Well Alf go on to win both races. The ride home was clound nine all the way.
Alf we had a good run....
Don Meekison Jr.