horse racing obituary

Susan Casner, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, accomplished owner and breeder, and treasured member of the Thoroughbred community, passed away May 27 following a battle with Alzheimer's disease. She was surrounded by the love of the family and friends who defined her life. Born in Grand Island, Nebraska, Susan's journey in racing began at Aksarben Race Track in Omaha, Nebraska, where she worked as a mutuel clerk. It was there that she met the love of her life, Bill Casner, who made a habit of placing wagers at the window...

Horseman and known storyteller in Kentucky's horse racing community, Neil Huffman has died at the age of 87, according to a release from Churchill Downs on Friday. Huffman's deep love for horses and contributions to the Thoroughbred racing industry spanned more than 50 years, as he leaves behind a legacy of hard work and will be remembered for his warm personality. With an uncle who was a clocker at Churchill Downs, his early education in horse racing led him to co-manage the Skylight Training Center alongside his late brother, William...