Bill McEnery, a well known horseman from Illinois and former president of the Illinois Harness Horsemen's Association, passed away on November 23. He was 73.

McEnery was also known as the one-time owner of the Gas City fuel and convenience store outlets. He bred Standardbreds at his Bell Valley Farm in Frankfort, Ill., and campaigned many with the Bell Valley name.

He is survived by his son, William ‘Billy’ McEnery; stepchildren, Jennifer (David) Christopher and T.J. Geary; and grandchildren Grace Christopher, and Makena Geary.

A funeral mass was held at St. Mary Church, Mokena, Ill., with interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Legoria and Thomas McEnery Scholarship Fund, c/o Mt. Carmel High School, 6410 Dante, Chicago, IL 60637 or Providence Catholic High School, 1800 W. Lincoln Hwy, New Lenox, IL 60451.

Please join Standardbred Canada in offering condolences to the family and friends of Bill McEnery.

(Harnessracing.com)