Marcel Dostie Passes
Longtime harness racing industry participant Marcel Dostie passed away on February 3, 2017, at the age of 87.
Marcel was born in Lac-Megantic, Quebec. He was a well-known horseman and private trainer for the powerful Miron Bros. stable in the 1960s. He later went on to work for Mac Cuddy in the 1980s before relocating to Florida, where he passed away.
Marcel is survived by his wife Lise, along with his daughter Liza and step-son Richard. Cremation has taken place.
Please join Standardbred Canada in offering condolences to the family and friends of Marcel Dostie.
To a very large extent
To a very large extent everything that I've achieved today and what I've become in this business, belongs to Marcel Dostie.
He was my friend, my mentor and was responsible for me getting my first break in the business by urging Adrien Miron to hire me.
Last Winter he was a frequent visitor to Sunshine Meadows and I visited with him frequently. His big smile and effervescent personality was always on display.
More than anything else he was a great horseman and a great person. I for one will miss him.
A la famille de Marcel, mes
A la famille de Marcel, mes condoleances, R.I.P.