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Sad News - Pete Babb: Long-time NASCAR official Pete Babb has passed away at the age of 79. "Pete Babb was a well-respected member of NASCAR officiating for over 55 years," said Busch Series Director Joe Balash. "Our sympathy goes out to his family and the NASCAR community that called Pete a friend. Pete holds a place in NASCAR history that will never be replaced. He served in almost every position in officiating and saw the most change in the sport over his years of service. There are very few in this industry that experenced the world of NASCAR racing like Pete." "Pete Babb was one of NASCAR's pioneers," said NASCAR Vice President of Corporate Communications Jim Hunter. "He loved our sport and its people. He will be missed by everyone in the NASCAR community. Pete's kindness touched thousands of people during his many years in NASCAR." The visitation and funeral will be held at Alliance Church in Portsmouth, Va. Visitation: Friday, March 2nd at 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Funeral: Saturday, March 3rd at 3:00p.m. Alliance Church, 5809 Portsmouth Blvd., Portsmouth, VA 23701 (757) 488-6945 In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society.(NASCAR PR)
 
Prayers for his family and friends.
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