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Harriet Heubeck, Widow of Elmer Heubeck, Dies at 80

Updated: Wednesday, July 9, 2003 3:29 PM
Posted: Wednesday, July 9, 2003 3:29 PM
Harriet Heubeck, whose late husband, Elmer, was one of Florida's most prominent horsemen, died July 7 of cancer at her home near Citra, Fla. She was 80.

The Heubecks raced 10 stakes winners, and all of them were campaigned in her name. Together, they bred 16 added-money winners.

"She was as much a part of the business as he was," said their son Kerry.

Elmer Heubeck, who died May 12, and Harriet were married 63 years.

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