Standardbred horseman Joseph Aloy passed away on Sunday, January 6 at his home at the age of 81.
Aloy was born May 18, 1937, in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., the son of the late Paul Aloy and Mary Verrotti Aloy, owners of Aloy’s Garden Restaurant.
In 1963 he married Katherine Holowczak, moved to Red Hook, N.Y., and started his racing stable, Echo Brook Farms. He owned, trained and drove several outstanding Standardbred racehorses, including Scrooge and Echo Brook Phil. Echo Brook Phil went on to finish third in the first million-dollar purse of the NY OTB Classic at Monticello Raceway.
In 1977, Aloy and his family moved to Saratoga Springs. Aloy owned and operated Aloy’s Harness & Equipment located on the grounds of Saratoga Harness Track for 32 years, retiring in December 2009. He loved the job and the people he saw daily. He expanded the original business to include sales to Thoroughbred stables, polo, and pleasure horses.
He enjoyed travelling with his family; Ogunquit, Maine being a yearly favourite trip.
For many years, he was an avid fan of the New York Yankees and New York Giants. He also enjoyed following Syracuse football and basketball. More recently, he enjoyed watching old westerns on TV and spending time with his four grandchildren, whom he adored and doted on.
Aloy is survived by his wife of 53 years, Katherine; daughters, Annamarie and Mary (Gary) Quirion; son, Paul (Maria); grandchildren, Liam Whitehead, Katie Whitehead, Joseph and Jacob; sister, Mary Ose; and nephews and cousins.
Family and friends may call from 4-7 p.m. on Wednesday (Jan. 9) at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave. (Rte 9 and/or Marion Ave.), Saratoga Springs, N.Y. A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family.
The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the Greenfield Fire Department and Wilton EMS for all their concern and help over the past year.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Greenfield Fire Department or the American Heart Association.
Please join Standardbred Canada in offering condolences to the family and friends of Joseph Aloy.
(USTA)