My heartfelt prayers and love go to the family and friends he leaves behind. I had the privledge of getting another member of NHRA Gatornationals in Gainesville, Florida, when Mr. Shelby was here to autograph my friends book, which Mr. Shelby had written the "intro" in, even though Mr. Shelby wasn't in the greatest of health. Yet he took the time not only to autograph the book but had about a 15 minute conversation with him and asked about his "Shelby Kit Car" was coming along. Mr. Shelby never forgot where he came from, nor how much he is respected, with his God given "talent" and a wonderful person. {My friend and son had tried for about 5 hours, just for the autograph, as he had brought his book there that day before I got involved.} I believe God puts us where we need to be and Mr. Shelby is smiling on all of us from Heaven.
My friend was not only a "Happy and thankful person," not only with the autograph, but with meeting and talking with him. I get thanked every year from my friend and fellow NHRA, now with the new name,