Former horse owner Les Roberts dies at age 78

Former successful Woodbine owner Les Roberts died from late stage prostate cancer on Oct. 6 at Rand Memorial Hospital in Freeport, Bahamas, at age 78.

In partnership with Ian Mathews, Roberts campaigned multiple stakes winner Wing of Erin, who was victorious in the 1996 Maple Leaf. He also owned stakes winners Mulrainy, Masada, and Inspired Kiss.

A celebration of Roberts’ life will take place on Nov. 5 from 2-7 p.m. at Toby Jug, 15 Allan Drive, in Bolton, Ontario. Donations can be made in his name to the LongRun Thoroughbred Retirement Society.

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