Former Standardbred Canada Field Representative Donna Lynn Fraser of Hampton, Ont. passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home on Saturday, Oct. 23 at the age of 72. She battled cancer for two years.
"Lynn Fraser was a beloved member of the Standardbred racing family and was the Standardbred Canada Field Representative at the old Barrie Raceway and then Georgian Downs for 17 years," said Val Boom, Racing Services Manager at Standardbred Canada. "She served at Woodbine, Kawartha Downs and Hanover Raceways when needed. It was an honour to have known her and I was happy to have her as a part of my Field Services Team."
In her teens, Lynn loved working at the CNE, where she worked in the food building. She then worked as an administrator for a Toronto advertising company for which she was well received. In 1968, she birthed her daughter and began working with CP Air as a stewardess. From 1974 to 1999, Lynn managed her own dairy farm. Her love of farm life led her to Hampton, Ont. whereby she created and operated “The Farm Inn Hampton” (a.k.a “Goats Inn Hampton”).
Lynn is survived by her daughter Lesley Wallace (Jenny Eloise), grandson Chris Wallace, and sister Marj Fraser (Ken Palmer). She is predeceased by mother Evelyn Fraser, and father Duncan Fraser (Gwen Culbert).
Lynn was a fiercely independent community advocate. She lived her life the way she wanted and wasn’t influenced by anyone or anything. She was always keen on knowing what was happening with her family members, particularly, the apple of her eye, grandson Chris Wallace with whom she shared a special bond. Everyone she met learned about her grandson’s accomplishments as she spoke of him openly and proudly. Lynn also had special relationships with each of her nieces and nephews. She will be fondly missed by nephews Greg Knox (Melissa), Jay Knox (Chris), Mike Knox (Lyndsey). Great nieces and nephews Noah, Zack, Ava, Grace, Gage, Easton, Piper, and baby Oakleigh.
Lynn and family want to give special thanks to her “second family,” the Viscontis, who have always been there to keep watch and lend a hand whenever they were needed.
Professional Services and Cremation has been entrusted to Zohr Family Funeral Home, Eganville. As per Lynn’s wishes, there will be no services.
In lieu flowers, plant a new flower in your garden this spring with Lynn in mind as she loved her flowers dearly.
Donations to Eldad United Church can be made to the following address/website: 1848 Concession Rd 6, Solina, ON, L0B 1J0.
Please join Standardbred Canada in offering condolences to the family and friends of Lynn Fraser.
My condolences to the Fraser
My condolences to the Fraser family. RIP Lynn