Longtime Kentucky-based horseman Jim Robinson died Friday, August 12, after a long battle with cancer. He was 59.

Mr. Robinson began driving horses in the mid 1970s, directing 1,285 career winners.  He had more than $2.3 million in purse earnings.  As a trainer, Mr. Robinson had more than 268 winners and $518,000 in purse earnings since the U.S. Trotting Association began keeping trainer stats in 1991.

Visitation and funeral were held in Louisville, Kentucky.  Cards may be sent to the family at:
1075 Stiles Road, New Hope, KY  40052

Source: Horseman & Fair World Online