Bob Holthus Dead

John GreenhawJohn Greenhaw Senior Member
edited November 2011 in Horse Racing Forum
One of the old school trainers, Robert Holthus died last night. Most of his ran on the Kentucky/Arkansas circuit. He had cut back alot the last few years due to bad health. Yet, still maintained training centers in Hot Springs and Louisville.

A giant of a man(literally) and a true gentleman. He will be missed!

Comments

  • fbwinnersfbwinners Senior Member
    edited November 2011
    A big loss for the sport and as you stated a true gentelman and fine person. They don't make many like him these days, that's why we are in the position today.
  • InTheFogInTheFog Senior Member
    edited November 2011
    I'm very sorry to hear that. I remember going to the Detroit tracks DRC & Hazel Park back in 1969 & 70 & Bob Holthus was one of the top trainers there also.
  • DiscreetCatDiscreetCat Moderator
    edited November 2011
    Sorry to hear about this. Pretty recognizable name in the sport; i know he'd been around for a real long time.

    His big horse was Lawyer Ron, i guess?
  • turfmanturfman Senior Member
    edited November 2011
    when i started back in 1972....he was in the game, praying for his family during the holiday season....
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