NICHOLS — A private burial for the over two-dozen racehorses that died in an early morning arson fire at Tioga Downs Casino Resort last week is nearing a somber conclusion, with the racetrack actively working on establishing a dedicated memorial that will stand as a lasting tribute to their impact on the harness racing community.
The horses were laid to rest in a simple service at Tioga Downs in Nichols, and with approval from authorities, they were buried together adjacent to the barn where the incident occurred.
A monument inscribed with the names of the fallen horses (listed below) will be installed to memorialize them.
“Fellow horsemen and women, as they do, have rallied to support those touched by this tragic event with great compassion and generosity. All of the efforts, contributions and tributes are greatly appreciated,” Tioga Downs Vice President of Racing Jason Settlemoir posted on Facebook.
Remember their names:
Always Smooth
Better Call Saul
Birdie Three
Blazin Mooss
Buzzards R Flying
Da Boogie Man
Danzon Hanover
Diamond Express
Fireside Tail
Grant Me This
Hall It Off
Hot Shot Joe
Hunts Point
Ideal Chance
Its Rigged
Karpathos
Lone Wolf American
Market Mayhem
Mc Mach
My Delight
Payara
Pineapple Sundae
Pocket Watch N
Prairie Dutchess
Ruff Montana Lane
SD Watch Me Now
Silverhill Misty
Slave Labour
Violence
Unnamed Yearing
Editor’s Note: The attached artwork was created by Jessica Hallett.
