By KATH GANNAWAY
JUEL Gardiner inspired many things over her lifetime – most recently inspiring her family to raise funds for breast cancer research at the Healesville Races.
Mrs Gardiner had a long association with the Healesville Amateur Racing Club which named a race in her honour at the last meeting of the season on Saturday, 2 April.
Her father, uncle and grandfather were all keen horsemen and members of the club.
Her daughter, Heather Pitt, said Juel rode often on the Healesville turf, winning many of her races.
“When she retired from racing she continued to attend most of the local race meetings, including, on occasion, watching her eldest daughter Christine racing on the track,” Heather said.
“Mum was made a Life Member and loved nothing better than attending race meetings here, placing some bets and catching up with the many friends she had made over the years.
“Anyone who knew her knew of her passion for horses.”
Heather said the family was very appreciative of the club’s naming a race in her memory and continuing her legacy.
“We’re also very grateful to the club for raising funds and creating awareness for the Pink Ribbon Foundation.”
Juel passed away in January last year, in her 88th year.
