Chuck Rider passes away

[This Buds For Me]

Sad News: Charles 'Chuck' Galen Rider, 64, of Hilton Head, SC, formerly of Charlotte, passed away July 8, 2005. Rider was the owner of the #30 Bahari Racing Winston Cup team from 1986 to 1999. Drivers included Michael Waltrip and Johnny Benson [remember the total yellow #30 Pennzoil Pontiac?], Jeff Green and Derrike Cope. In 365 starts, his cars had 16 top-5's, 70 top-10's and 5 poles. Waltrip scored the best two finsihes for Rider with two seconds [Pocono 6/88 and Charlotte 10/94]. More info ill be posted in the Charlotte Observer on Sunday.(7-9-2005)

from jayski.com

sad news.....hearts go out to his family.

 

[TexasRaceLady]

I heard Michael talk about Mr. Rider yesterday --- he almost lost his composure.

Chuck Rider was about the nicest person you could ever want to meet and talk to. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. He will be missed.



I'll move this to the Black Flag Forum.