Longtime Kentucky Horse Park employee dies

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ)- A longtime employee at the Kentucky Horse Park has died, according to the park.

The park announced on Facebook Tuesday Eugene Carter died.

“If you crossed Gene’s path at the Kentucky Horse Park, we’re sure you left knowing this. Gene deeply loved his wife, family and “the good lord upstairs.” He loved working at the Kentucky Horse Park, the horses he cared for over the years, and the friends he worked with each day. He loved meeting new people and telling his story. Gene made a lasting impression on so many in his lifetime, including all of us at the Kentucky Horse Park,” The park wrote on Facebook.

Horse park staff say they ask for respect and privacy for his family in the days ahead.