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Rachel Gray, Whipper-In, Former Jockey, Killed in Motorcycle Accident

rachel grayDouglas Lees photoRachel Lynne Gray, 31, died early Thursday morning, June 25, 2015, at the scene of a motorcycle accident around midnight.

Born in Warrenton, Virginia, Rachel was a skilled horsewoman. She whipped-in to her husband, Spencer Allen, huntsman of the Piedmont Fox Hounds (VA), and she was a former jockey at Charles Town and other racetracks.

She is survived by her parents—her father, Butch Gray, is a former Piedmont huntsman—three children, four sisters, and extended family and friends.

A celebration of her life will be held on Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at 12 pm at Trinity Episcopal Church in Upperville. Interment to follow at Bright View Cemetery, Warrenton, with a reception from 3-6 pm at Black Horse Inn.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a Memorial Fund for the benefit of her children. Details to follow.

Click for more information provided by the Moser Funeral Home.

Posted June 29, 2015

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