Trot Insider has learned that horse owner Richard Pugliese of Sturgeon County, Alberta passed away suddenly in the early-morning hours of Sunday, June 24 at the age of 64.
Pugliese, an owner and friend of Keith Clark, was involved in the horse business for more than 40 years.
A few years back, Pugliese bought a horse named Peace Of Work as a Christmas present for his partner, Sandy Badry, and the gelded son of Village Jiffy went on to win 21 races during a two-year span.
Pugliese always joked with Sandy that if anything happened, her next horse would be a stakes horse no matter what.
Richard will be missed by his partner, Sandy; his son, Rick; his 92-year-old mother, Ann; his business partner, 'Bill' and many, many friends and co-workers connected to hockey, baseball and the oil business.
A funeral for Richard will take place Friday, June 29 at 1:00 p.m. at North Point Community Church, located at 14025 167 Avenue in Edmonton, Alberta.
Please join Standardbred Canada in offering condolences to the family and friends of Richard Pugliese.
Rick, I am so so sad to hear
Rick, I am so so sad to hear this. You were a great friend and I will always treasure the laughs and fun we all had together at the casino on racing days. You're a gem buddy. All of our love goes to Sandy and the rest of Rick's family. Love you very much, Shauna & Donny xo
Ricky, you will be sorely
Ricky, you will be sorely missed! You had the best laugh EVER. My sincere condolences to Sandy, the girls, and the rest of the family. Rick was one of the good guys. Shauna