Vincent L. French, 57 years of age, passed away suddenly on Sunday, August 8 in Telchac Puerto, Yucatan
, Mexico.
French, was an employee of Northlands Park for 27 years, and the official starter for harness racing for the last 22 of those, until he chose to retire in the fall of 2008.
An accidental drowning claimed his life just eight short months into living in the Yucatan. He was happy in this beautiful place sharing a property jointly purchased in spring of 2008 with David and Mary Jungquist of Surrey, BC.
He will be missed by family, his partner of 21 years and the many friends he made during his career in harness racing.
Arrangements are pending while transport from the Yucatan is finalized.
Please join Standardbred Canada is offering condolences to the family and friends of Vincent French.
Very sad news. My sincere
Very sad news. My sincere condolences to Raeanne and Vince's family.
i had many great times with
i had many great times with vinny i will miss you ole buddy RIP my friend brent jo aspen and all your friends in the shuswap
Vince and I worked together
Vince and I worked together for 27 years,I am proud to have called him my friend.I will miss you buddy.
Ron Grift
I was extremely saddened to
I was extremely saddened to hear of Vince passing. My heart goes out to his family and please know he will be missed.
Will remember Vinces smile
Will remember Vinces smile and laugh forever my condolences to reanne!!
Condolences to family &
Condolences to family & Friend's Vince was a great guy! will surely be missed by all.