Cape horseracing’s first lady Steward and a past Regional Board Director of Gold Circle, the Western Province Owners and Trainers Association and the Western Province Grooms School Trust, Lita Futeran has passed away after a long illness.
Her family was involved in racing for decades.
Her father Martin was an owner/breeder and her grandfather a top owner in his time.
.The Futerans bred under the name of Marjeanne Stud, producing the likes of Please Be True, Best Of The Best, Making Mischief, Honeybunch, Lots ‘n Lots and Mon Cher.
Lita’s Dad Martin and Mom Jeanne were always said to have been her inspiration.
She told of childhood memories of visiting the racing stables on Sunday mornings to visit the likes of Jackie Bell, Johnny Cawcutt, Mike Bass and Glen Puller.
Lita is survived by her son Darby.
The Sporting Post extends condolences to Lita’s family and friends – MHDSRIP.
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16 comments on “Cape Racing Mourns A Leading Lady”
So extremely sad to hear, Lita, you shall ever be in our thoughts
Glen and Lara
Deepest condolences to all close to Lita. Rest In Peace beautiful soul 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Really sad news; deepest condolences to her family
Sorry to hear the sad news of Lita’s passing. Such a bubbly person. Condolences to the family
So sorry to hear. Love and strength to Darby.
Rest in peace Lits. You fought the good fight and you were a true soldier through it. Now it is your time to rest.
very sad, rest in peace Lita.
MY heart 💖 goes out to your family
Piet Dempers .So sorry to hear RIP Lita .
Very sad may you RIP was great person
Will be missed dearly
RIP. You were a fantastic person and friend. Condolences to Darby and your family
My sincere condolences to the family R.I.P
Such terribly sad news. She showed such courage and fight through her long illness. Rest in peace Lita.
Very very sad, may she rest peacefully. Did the Futerans not own that good race horse CHIEF SCOUT? trained by Mr Jackie Bell I think.
My heartfelt condolences to the family and her soul RIP
May your sweet soul rest in peace.