Beloved Bloodstock Figure Harry Beeby Dies

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Harry Beeby, a key figure within Goffs and Doncaster Bloodstock Sales since the 1960s and an internationally renowned auctioneer, died on Thursday morning at his home with his family at his side.

Goffs Chairman Eimear Mulhern said, “Harry was a stalwart of the bloodstock industry for over 50 years. Greatly respected, a mentor to many, a true friend and loyal colleague, he was first and foremost a family man. To his beloved wife Elizabeth, his son, Goffs Group Chief Executive Officer Henry Beeby, daughters Caroline and Belinda and to his extended family and wide circle of friends, we offer our deepest condolences.

Harry had a true zest for life. He was one of life's gentlemen and one of the great characters of the bloodstock and racing industries. He will be greatly missed and fondly remembered wherever horsemen gather.”

Beeby joined Doncaster Bloodstock Sales as a partner with Ken Oliver and Willie Stephenson in 1964, and was managing director of the auction house from 1976 to 1998, and chairman until 2016. He served as a director of Goffs from 2007 to 2018. Beeby was a very popular and well-loved figure in bloodstock and racing circles and developed lifelong friends and a loyal clientele.

Goffs UK Managing Director Tim Kent said, “The term 'legend' is often overused but I don't think there is a better way of describing Harry Beeby. He was a great mentor to us all and he lived life to the full. He was also passionate about the sales in Doncaster and it is this passion that he has instilled in the current team. He will be sadly missed by us all.”

Beeby's funeral will be held at St Cuthbert's Church in Hawick, with arrangements to be announced later. A celebration of life will also take place at Doncaster in association with a sale at a later date.

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