Rider Rudy Turcotte passes

Retired jockey Rudy Turcotte, who enjoyed several top seasons in the 1970s, died Feb. 13 at his home in Grand Falls, New Brunswick, Canada. He was 69. — www.bloodhorse.com

Rudy Turcotte, a thoroughbred rider who enjoyed several top seasons in the 1970s. Rudy was one of the famous Turcottes, a family of successful Canadian riders that dominated racing in the 1970s. Brothers Ron Turcotte, Noel Turcotte, Yves Turcotte. Turcotte Family