Donald Irving Obituary

Donald Irving 68, of Ocala Florida passed away December 28, 2018 from cancer.

A member of the USTA for 52 years, Donald was a highly successful and respected trainer and driver until 1988 and than continued as a accomplished horse breeder in the state of Florida. He was Breeder of the year for 6 consecutive years and inducted into the Florida Racing Hall of Fame in 1999.

Donald leaves behind his Beloved wife Sandy Irving, Son Brandon Irving,( Jenna Kolles), Grandchildren Beckett and Olivia Irving of Minnesota. Brother -in-law Dr. Denis Rubal(Cathy), Sister-in-Law Cory Rubal ,(Scott Ovian), Nieces Tina Jo Irving, Katie Ovian, Deborah Nicholls( Mark),Patricia Taneja(Raj), Maggie Beatty( Shawn), Amanda Overton(Matt), Melissa Gould(Eli), Nephew Dustin Ovian and Dear Lifetime Friends, Barry Speakman, John Walsh, Sam McMichael and Fellow horseman Ben Stafford.

Donald was preceded in Death by Parents, Dana and Jo Anne Irving and Brother, Daniel Irving.

At Donald’s request, there will be no service and Internment will take place at a later date.

Donations can be made in the memory of Donald to the American Cancer Society.

Contact: Sandy Irving 352-351-3040