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00formula6spd
01-27-2008, 05:31 AM
I copied this from Jayski. Very sad...



Tragic News for the Motorsports world: The two young sons of Top Fuel racer Doug Herbert were killed in an automobile accident Saturday morning in Lake Norman (Cornelius), NC. Jon, 17, and James, 12, died instantly when their Mazda3 collided with a second vehicle [2004 Hummer]. Herbert, who was in Phoenix for preseason testing, is heading home to be with his family. Condolences can be sent to Raymer Funeral Home, 16901 Old Statesville Road, Huntersville, N.C. 28078. In lieu of flowers, Herbert asks that people make a donation to the Speedway Children's Charities in Jon and James Herbert's name.(NHRA.com/ Charlotte.com), The thoughts and prayers are with the Herbert family. Guest Book: Post thoughts, condolences.(1-26-2008)

Zachs Bank
01-27-2008, 05:39 AM
Thanks for the info!! Its always sad when a child passes!!!! Everyone must remember no man wants to bury their son. My Thoughts and Prayers go out to the Family. Jeff

outlaw77LT
01-27-2008, 08:37 AM
Doug is one of the nicest guys in NHRA. I wouldn't wish that on a mortal enemy, much less someone as nice as him.:(:(

Damon23
01-27-2008, 12:41 PM
I dont follow drag racing but this tragedy will take a strong family to be able to recover from.

torval
01-27-2008, 01:01 PM
What a terrible thing to have to go thru!

76zo6CAMARO
01-27-2008, 01:40 PM
I couldn't image losing a son much less two at one time.