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Kevin Grubb Obituary
Henrico County Police spokesman Lt. Doug Perry said Thursday that personnel at the Alpine Motel discovered the Mechanicsville native in his room Wednesday.
Investigators did not speculate on the cause of death, but officials said there doesn't appear to be anything unusual or suspicious at the scene.
The 31-year-old was suspended from NASCAR indefinitely in 2006 because he refused to submit to a random drug test following the Busch Series race at Richmond International Raceway.
Grubb was previously suspended in March 2004 for failing a drug test. But he agreed to random testing as part of his reinstatement. Grubb's career began with NASCAR's lower-tier series in 1997.
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Richard Grubb
August 5, 2018
Love you cousin
March 19, 2014
Thinking about you today. Your mom is with you now.
matthew martin
April 20, 2010
He will be missed
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Dwight Listmayer
September 20, 2009
The time between Earth and Heaven is short. We will miss Kevin, but always remember a lasting good impression. Competitive and dedicated, with honesty and integrity. You can't beat that. He is number 1, somewhere beyond our comprehension. I pray for the family, for comfort and faith in the future.
September 10, 2009
Our prayers are with you
jason matthews
August 4, 2009
sorry to hear of your loss
carol adrian
August 4, 2009
I lost my own beautiful red headed son who was 27 at the time to horrific suicide. He was very depressed at the time because he had not been with his 3 year old son for 2 years. He started drinking when he lost his sister at the WTC in 2001 and never "recovered". You are in my prayers and thoughts. It will take a long, long time to accept his death. Your son was such a handsome man in the photo the Richmond Times published. No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
melissa,mikayla and mckenna
July 27, 2009
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
Lisa Simpson
July 14, 2009
I actually had the pleasure of getting to know Kevin last year... He was such a good guy just dealing with some issues in life.... I am actually just finding out about this today.... My heart breaks and breaks for his family and his children..... You will be missed Kevin!
Lisa Simpson
lauri sadowski
July 4, 2009
Sorry... he is missed by many...but I'm sure..more so by you and his family...I will keep you in my prays..
Thanks Kevin..race in heaven
Darla Cotton
June 20, 2009
God Bless You and Your family... You will be missed.
Matt Tomaschefsky
June 20, 2009
I'll miss you dearly kevin. R.I.P. pal. I allways loved watching you race and talking to you.
Blue Adler
June 19, 2009
God Bless you Kevin ... I will miss your pretty face ...
Lacey Sullivan
June 6, 2009
Kevin was a great guy! He used to go fishing with my Uncle and I. I loved Kevin like he was family. Rest In Peace Kevin.
Marsha Barfield Lloyd
May 27, 2009
I will pray for you. That is about all anyone can do for you when you suffer a loss of this magnitude. God bless you.
Houston
May 21, 2009
Rest in peace brother. My prayers and sympathy go out to the Grubb family.
dennis mcgregor jr
May 20, 2009
forever nascar,youll be missed.theres no better feeling than going through a high banked turn at 160+, over and over.my condolences to your loved ones.
May 20, 2009
Our Deepest Symphathy for your lost,He will always be in everyones heart forever BB santini El Paso, Texas
May 20, 2009
you will be missed, but when every given sundy comes along, and we hear the roar of thunder you will always be therelove esther of elpaso, texas
Sheri
May 20, 2009
A tragic loss. My sympathies to Kevin's family.
JP & Lisa Slaughter
May 19, 2009
Our deepest sympathies go out to the entire Grubb family. You will remain in our prayers.
- J.P. Slaughter & Lisa (Thomas) Slaughter
diane franklin
May 18, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to all of the ones Kevin left behind that loved him. Your family is in my prayers.
The Trammells ( Broad Rock Towing)
May 17, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
May 16, 2009
you will be missed
fay bellamy
dunnellon fl.
gary oldman moore
May 16, 2009
God speed is the fastest we go , stap in hold on,way to early to go ... God bless the family in this time of difficuly.
Steve Van Nest
May 15, 2009
Was so sorry to hear the news. A young life is so hard to lose. The good lord has him now, and we will all meet again on that great day. Ask, and the Lord will help get you through.
May 14, 2009
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY.KNOW THAT KEVIN IS IN A BETTER PLACE AND THAT HE WILL BE WATCHING OVER YOU AT ALL TIMES. HOLD ON TO THE MEMORIES THAT WILL MAKE YOUR PAIN EASE A LITLLE AT A TIME.
tim parker
May 14, 2009
sorry for your lost he will be missed him and his brother are both great guys...keep your head up we will see him again..
May 14, 2009
KEVIN,I,AM SO SORRY I NEVER GOT TO SEE YOU AGAIN AFTER I LEFT W.O.GRUBB BUT I REMEMBER YOU AT ABOUT NINE YEARS OLD AND COMING UPTO THE PAINT SHOP AND MESSIN AROUND,BILLY GRUBB AND FAMILY MAY GOD BLESS AND PUT HIS ARMS AROUND YOU IN YOUR TIME OF NEED, RON SPEASE, MIDLOTHIAN,VA.
ken farner
May 14, 2009
we will miss u brother,go fast turn left on that big cloud in the sky
Barb Rogen
May 14, 2009
To Kevin's family & friends I am so sorry for your loss. I briefly met Kevin while in North Carolina for Coca-Cola 600 weekend in 2002. He was quick with a smile & I remember thinking that his sunshine yellow Toys R Us shirt was the perfect color for a kid with such a bright smile. Kevin, you will be missed by many.
Lisa & Charlie Wagoner
May 13, 2009
Please know that you are in the hearts and prayers of friends everywhere. I was deeply shocked and saddened to hear about Kevin. I use to work and Southside & remember his wonderful happy self. My husband I will truly miss him and want you to know that our thoughts are with you.
MIKE OBOYLE
May 13, 2009
CONTINUE TO RACE WITH THE BEST UP IN HEAVEN
CAROL OBOYLE
May 13, 2009
GOD BLESS THE FAMILY
David Shacklett
May 13, 2009
RIP
May 13, 2009
Way to young, will miss you
David Shacklett
Nashville, Tennessee
john leslie
May 13, 2009
My deepest sympathy to wayne, billy, sharon& michele.Kevin will really be missed.I pray god will comfort all the family through this tough time.I will really miss kevin & all the great memories we had together as a racer & true friend.I will see you again in a better place. God bless. John, pamela, preston & aubrey Leslie
Linda Rahtes
May 12, 2009
Kevin, may you rest in peace with God. You can now race with the best of the best in Heaven with God as your spotter. You still have many, many fans. My deepest sympathy to the family.
ronald duran
May 12, 2009
rest in peace kevin
Diane Sox
May 12, 2009
Dear Erynn and Grubb family,
I was deeply saddened by your loss. Even though I do not know you personally I felt compelled to extend to you my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your husband and son. I pray that your Faith in God will carry you through the difficult days ahead. All of you remain in my thoughts and prayers. May Kevin rest in peace.
Chris Akin
May 12, 2009
I was heartbroken to hear of Kevin passing away. I was a big fan of him, dating back to 1998. I miss both of the Grubb boys racing in the Busch Series. My prayers go out to the entire Grubb family and all friends and fans.
If anyone has any photos of his 1997 or 1998 Busch Series cars, could you email them to me at [email protected]? I'm trying to make a tribute with all kinds of pictures.
Gregory Brandyburg
May 11, 2009
I hope your sorrow will ease as your memories comfort you.
jason agee
May 11, 2009
kevin will be missed. i remember him from when i use to see him at local races south boston, martinsville,and new river. our prayers are with the family.
Leo and April Hayes
May 11, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this time. Always remember the good times and ALWAYS remember that god is in control and he will not forsake us.
Sheri Moneymaker
May 11, 2009
You will be missed.
Daniel Raper
May 11, 2009
I am very sorry to hear about Kevin. He was a great guy to know. I met him at Mulligans in 2002. I finally gained up enough courage to go and speak to him one night. He was so down to earth and treated me like I was his best friend. I was trying to get into racing at the time and asked him how I should go about it cause I knew nothing of how to get started. He gave me Wayne's crew chief's number and told me to call him. Well I did but it didnt work out. I went back to him and he told me to go to Southside Speedway and that someone out there would need help and to mingle around. So I did and I have met alot of good people out there that would give there left arm to help you. I saw Kevin at a Busch race and it so happened he got off the truck from waving to the fans right were I was and I yelled out to him and he came right up to the fence and talked to me and remembered me from Mulligans. That was the kinda guy he was. I am really greatful to have known him.
May 11, 2009
Kevin will always think of you! Wayne and family sorry for your loss. Will miss you very much! xoxoxo Shelley Mizell Fort Smith Arkansas
Angela Thompson
May 11, 2009
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I remember the 'Grubb boys' from the pit sign-in at South Boston Speedway. May God be with you all. Kevin will be missed.
Tanya Eastep
May 11, 2009
I am so sorry for the loss of Kevin. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and all who were lucky enough to know him. He was a very special person.
Rest in peace and God Speed Kevin.
Lori Fleming
May 11, 2009
I am so sorry that Kevin is no longer with us.
Dawnee (Baldwin) Smith
May 11, 2009
I am sorry to hear of the loss of Kevin. He will be missed.
Byrd Henry
May 11, 2009
Its always sad when we lose someone from the NASCAR family. Take that checkered flag one last time Kevin.
May 11, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and the many people that Kevin's life touched. Kevin will be missed by many. Let Jesus Christ and the most fondest memories of Kevin help you through these most difficult times.
Jeanie Mills, Chuck Johnson & family
Shelly
May 11, 2009
Peace be with your familly in this time of healing.
Shelly, Richmond, Va.
Karen Spurlin
May 11, 2009
When My Soul Takes Flight
Lord, when my soul takes flight, may it rise swiftly to live forever in your love and care.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Grubb family. It is never easy to find strength at such a trying time. But you somehow manage to find it. May Kevin find peace in heaven.
Karen & Jon Spurlin
May 11, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with everyone who was blessed by knowing Kevin. May the family find peace in knowing he is an angel in heaven now watching over them.
Martha Walsh
May 11, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ashley Ferri-Lewis
May 10, 2009
Knowing that Kevin is truly gone is unfathomable. Though the last time Kevin and I spoke was a little over a year ago, just knowing I won’t run into him around town or get that random call is sad. Everyone has pointed out his remarkable smile… that will never be forgotten. I also will always remember Kevin being so polite and just being there; a genuine friend no matter how much time had passed. He was a “Good Ole’ Boy” and will truly be missed. His face and our memories together are etched in my heart forever. My prayers and deepest sympathy are extended to all of his family, may you all find peace in your heart knowing Kevin is safe.
sherry Tench
May 10, 2009
I used to work at pearsons corner I got to know wayne and kevin in the cafe I use to sit and talk to them my son Gary and boo was in same grade as wayne they were great kids and I am glad to have met them. Kevin was always full of energy. I went to watch them when they raced the trucks and nascar. I would see Kevin at fas mart and I told him now that your famous you could bring me an autograph picture and sign it he said he would put it in his truck and bring it to me next time he came into fas mart. He always had a smile on his face and was so nice.I to have lost a son so I know your pain.you will all be in my prayers.Some time our faith can also be tried in times like this but as time goes by we know that god had a plan and some day we will get our answers.Kevin will suffer no more as he has found his peace. So sorry wayne to you and your family.
Dave Henderson
May 10, 2009
Although I never met Kevin, I was always a fan because he lived in my hometown of Mech.Va.and I went to school with his dad, Bill. All race fans feel a loss when one of our own passes away.My deepest sympathy and prayers goes out to the Grubb family at this very dificult time.
Jared Richardson
May 10, 2009
Billy, Buddy, Wayne ... it has been a long time. I wish you & your family the best with your future & I am sorry for your loss.
Kevin - Maybe one day we can mix it up on a track again. God has plans for all of us. It sure was fun… Rip brother.
Irwin and Laura Eggleston
May 10, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Grubb family at this difficult time.
May 10, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with your family in your time of grief. Michelle and I rode the same bus to school. I remember the first time when I met Kevin. I rode the bus home to play after school with Michelle. She introduced me to her "little brother". It wasn't until years later that I met Kevin again at Darlington in the garage. He always had a smile on his face. Will be greatly missed!
Christine Rudolph Osborne, Chesterfield, Va.
Kristy Alford
May 10, 2009
My hearts and my prayers go out to your and your family.
Rodney Grubb
May 10, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ashley Brooks
May 10, 2009
I met kevin and his wayne grubb at south boston speedway and also my thoughts are prayers the grubb family he will be missed
Juanita
May 10, 2009
May God hold Kevin in His memory forever.
Psalms 83:18
Rose Russell and Family
May 10, 2009
To Willie and Frances Grubb,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow.
jennifer jones
May 10, 2009
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
May 10, 2009
My prayers and sympathy go out to the entire family for their loss of Kevnin -their brother, son, cousin, friend. Vicki Olsen
Linda Clarke
May 10, 2009
Dear Erin and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
kevin huffines
May 10, 2009
boy could you drive a race car.i had the honor to spot for you those last 5 races for mac hill mtrspts.may god be with you and your family.
Tami Loving
May 10, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the Grubb family during this difficult time. We'll miss Kevin greatly, on and off the track. May God bless and peace be with Kevin's family.
Roger Elswood
May 10, 2009
Peace be with you my friend.
Wendy Buck Hall
May 10, 2009
May God be with you in your time of hurt. I met Kevin in a strange way, he was racingin Richmond on the fall schedule, and it was bird hunting he came to our farm witha family member and hunted all day...had a blast, was a fine young man with so much life to give and live. God bless you Kevin and all your family.
May 10, 2009
though I never had the pleasure of Knowing Kevin and it is indeed my loss simply because i am from richmond and there is no reason for me not to have been for the home team but to Kevin and his entire family unit I want to send a heart filled prayer to all in there moments of sorrow. May God Speed comfort and the pure joy of his memory to fill each of your hearts so you can truley understand the joys and pleasures he brought to many during his short but well directed life....God Speed to all.
Donald Mckinney.
maria proffitt
May 10, 2009
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Skip perryman&family
May 9, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Randy Perkey
May 9, 2009
May God bless you and your family.
Jane Ginder
May 9, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Sarah Oxfurth
May 9, 2009
I am so sorry for this tragedy. My prayers are with the entire Grubb family. RIP Kevin.
Cheryl Rackley
May 9, 2009
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
patty burton
May 9, 2009
you will be greatly missed. my thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends.
Heather Tepper
May 9, 2009
my thoughths and prayers are with the entire Grubb family and many friends of Kevin. Be strong and my the lord provide some sort of comfort for you all at this time.
May 9, 2009
so sorry for your loss. kevin had such a sweet smile. i enjoyed watching him race. susan crane alabama
Todd Hawkes
May 9, 2009
Its been awhile since racing with Kevin at the short tracks around va. But i never forgot how a great guy he was and his Father Billy used to come over and and talk to us in the pits.. what a great family. Im really sorry for the grubbs loss and he will be missed, My thought go out to the whole Grubb Family .
Erica Curl
May 9, 2009
I am a Nascar fan, but didn't know Kevin's carreer. Kevin has died at a very young age and our prayers are with you and your family. God can comfort unlike anyone or anything in times like these.
Erica Curl
Vidalia, GA
Sarah Hampton
May 9, 2009
I will never forget the cute smile of Kevin when he got on my School Bus to go to school. He was such a fine young man. My son and I have followed him thru his career of driving and hoped for the best for him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family in this trying time. Remember Kevin we will always Love you and Remember you for the good times.
Judy Ramsburg
May 9, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
CECIL MESSER
May 9, 2009
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS MY CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO THE GRUBB FAMILY
donald singletary
May 9, 2009
kevin grubb was a excellent racecar driver i bet he's racing with dale earnhart in heaven but my thought's and prayer's r with the grubb family,may god bless u all. the singletary family.
brenda wood
May 9, 2009
May "God" be with you all!
Karen Armstrong
May 9, 2009
Its been so long.... Words are really hard to find! Kevin, I will always remember that Halloween with you and Boo... I think thats how you both learned how to drive! I intend to only remember great events! Wayne Im so sorry...Boo Im so sorry. To the Grubb family... Im not sure what to say. I hope you all find some sort of peace in this and know how many people really really loved your son. He will be missed by so many. Even the ones who havent seen him in years. Please take care of yourselves.
Nancy Davis
May 9, 2009
To the families of Kevin:
I am so sorry about Kevin. I did not know him personally, watched him when he was racing. His grandmother and grandfather, Dottie (Doris) and Sonny Wilkins are friends of mine. May the GOOD LORD watch over you during this sad time and give you the strength and courage to get through this tragedy. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Bev & Dave Fraser
May 9, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
May 9, 2009
We have been Nascar fans for a long time and this comes as a complete shock!! May the love of friends and family surround you in your time of sorrow and need. May GOD wrap his arms around you and comfort you. We feel for everyone involved; parents, wife, family, friends and the whole Nascar community. I know this has to be hard, especially around a holiday. May you find comfort and strength in your prayers to the Lord. May you be blessed today and always and may the touch and love of GOD comfort you each and every moment! We would be there to give our condolences, love and hugs if we could, so please accept this as such. Kevin will be your guardian angel with the LORD standing beside him, guiding him and giving you the strength to carry on.
Sincerely and with warmest and deepest sympathy,
Aaron, Cathy & Amber Zimmerman
Huntsville, Alabama
Luke Law
May 9, 2009
May god be with you. We are sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you.
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