By Richard Parks 1) Hal Canode: Ohio George Montgomery passed away today, after a long illness, RIP George. Mike Dakin: George passed away early this morning, August 24, 2023, pretty sure he was 90. Jim Kerr: Sad to report that Facebook reports that we lost George today. Prayers and cards … [Read more...]
By Richard Parks 1) We lost a good one today. I just got the phone call we never hope to receive. Godspeed Adrian Murray. Services are planned for this Friday 8/18 at the Toby Cemetery in Marble Falls (TX). Arrangements are being handled by Clements-Wilcox Funeral Home. Please confirm the details … [Read more...]
By Richard Parks 1) The debate goes on. Bob Storck raised the issue: "I'm sure that many who appreciate your great words are older and more visually impaired than I. How about making your info more readable and increase line spacing slightly and enlarge your font one size. My email client makes … [Read more...]
By Richard Parks 1) From https://kustomrama.com/wiki/Andy_Brizio. Andy Brizio (1932-1 August 2023) was a prominent figure in the world of hot rodding and a revered icon within the Northern California Hot Rod community. He was affectionately known as "The Godfather" and gained recognition for his … [Read more...]
By Richard Parks 1) Great stuff in your newsletter, as always, but did you forget a link (and a "closed quote") on this bit? "Drag Racing Pioneers or Suicidal Nutjobs? A story on hydrazine racing fuel. This is basically a tribute to the crazy bastards who risked life and limb for that last bit … [Read more...]
BY Richard Parks 1) Mark Greene at Cars Yeah sent in a list of those being interviewed this week on his podcast; Patrick Kelley (Author), Bob Barber (Painter), Ronald Ahrens (Journalist), and Mitch Scher (DriveDownCars). If you want to be interviewed by Mark or if you simply want to listen to … [Read more...]
By Richard Parks 1) Reeves Callaway; https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a44544414/reeves-callaway-dead-at-75/. Corvette legend Reeves Callaway Dead at 75. Callaway, who founded Callaway Cars, became synonymous with high performance Corvettes. BY CHRIS PERKINS, PUBLISHED in Road & Track … [Read more...]
By Richard Parks 1) Ronald Charles Phelps, age 76, of La Mirada, California, passed away on Tuesday, July 11, 2023. Ronald was born in California. A visitation for Ronald will be held Wednesday, July 26, 2023, from 11 AM to 1 PM at Rose Hills Mortuary Visitation Center, Mortuary Chapel #120, 3888 … [Read more...]
By Richard Parks 1) Bob Airheart, a 1993 SEMA Hall of Fame inductee and industry innovator, has passed away. Although Airheart operated his own rep agency, the Airheart name is also well known in the brake industry, notably for industrial and high-speed applications. Trains, buses and race cars … [Read more...]
By Richard Parks 1) Photo of Rodger Ward, two-time Indy 500 winner, by Charles Embrey. EDITOR: I personally knew Rodger Ward, but late in his life when dementia had begun to rob him of his vitality and memories. In a span of 18 months, and for 12 events, I stopped by Rodger's home in Lake … [Read more...]
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