About Robert L. Wheeler
Lived 1920 – 1992 (aged 71). Robert L. Wheeler was an American horse trainer.
Robert L. Wheeler (June 21, 1920 – April 12, 1992) was an American Hall of Fame trainer of Thoroughbred racehorses.
Among his successful runners, Wheeler conditioned the 1959 American Champion Three-Year-Old Filly, Silver Spoon as well as Track Robbery who was voted the 1982 American Champion Older Female Horse.
Robert Wheeler trained professionally from 1938 through to his death at age 71 in 1992.
Family A native of Crawford, Nebraska, he was raised by his parents, James C. and Anna Wheeler. He has 4 brothers and 4 sisters, Jack, Bill, Jim, Jerry, Rita, Pat, Jean and Joanne.
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Who was Robert L. Wheeler?
American horse trainer (1920–1992)
When was Robert L. Wheeler born?
Robert L. Wheeler was born on 21 June 1920 in Crawford.
When did Robert L. Wheeler die?
Robert L. Wheeler died on 12 April 1992 in Arcadia, California.
What was Robert L. Wheeler's occupation?
Robert L. Wheeler was a horse trainer.
What nationality was Robert L. Wheeler?
Robert L. Wheeler was American.
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