May 13, 2008
TRAINER RON THOMSON PASSES AWAY

FORT ERIE, May 13...Ron Thomson, long time Fort Erie thoroughbred owner and trainer, passed away on Sunday, May 11 at the age of 76.

Thomson, who got his start in Montreal, trained horses at several tracks in North America, most of his time spent on the Ontario circuit. He trained horses for over fifty years.

Thomson is survived by his wife Flo, Son’s Glen, Mitchell, Tyler and daughter Judy.

Benner Funeral Services, 1105 Benner Ave. Fort Erie, entrusted with arrangements.

The family will be present to receive friends on Wednesday afternoon from 1 to 3 pm. A Celebration of Life with an opportunity for remembrance will take place at 2 pm.

www.bennerfuneralservices.com

Daryl Wells
Media and Communications
1-800-295-3770 ext. 3204
e-mail: dwells@forterieracetrack.ca