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Junie Donlavey
1924 - 2014
Junie Donlavey
1924 - 2014
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BORN
1924
DIED
2014
Junie Donlavey Obituary
Richmond International Raceway spokeswoman Aimee Turner said Donlavey died Monday night.
According to the International Motorsports Hall of Fame website, the Richmond native fielded his No. 90 cars for drivers including Joe Weatherly, Tiny Lund and Dick Brooks.
Bill Dennis, Jody Ridley and Ken Schrader won NASCAR Cup series rookie of the year honors for Donlavey. Ridley recorded Donlavey's only Cup win in a 1981 race in Dover, Delaware.
Sixty different drivers drove for Donlavey before he closed his shop in 2005. He had more than 860 starts as a car owner during his 50-plus years in the sport.
In a statement Tuesday, NASCAR said it lost a treasure and a man who personified its proud past.
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44 Entries
April 7, 2019
Now in hands of God. RIP.SHERRY FRICK.
Britt Yarringyon
February 11, 2018
Hey Junie I will bring you some cigars as soon as I get to heaven . RIP old friend ////
Butch Yancey
March 24, 2017
As a young kid i remember the days my dad worked in your shop with Tecorp on the side of the car. There hasnt been a cup race ive watched that i dont think of the 90 car. R.I.P my friend.
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Nancy Turpin Shaffer
June 23, 2014
You were always a great guy, and I am sorry to lose another family member. You were always my famous cousin...we were proud of you!. Rest in Peace with Jesus.
PattyKay Lilley
June 18, 2014
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Junie Donlavey. We of the stock car racing family share your grief and sense of loss. He was a great man and a good man. May he rest in peace with the Lord. Godspeed Junie! You'll always be a winner to me!
bob fuller
June 18, 2014
thank you very much for your involment in the sport we love so much you made it better
Debbie M
June 17, 2014
I was fortunate enough to know Junie for years. He was one of the kindest people I have ever known. I got to follow the team for a couple of seasons thanks to Junie's generosity. After my son was born, I would take him by the shop when he was young and Junie always gave him something to take home every time. He was a good person, a kind person, and always had a playful personalty. RIP Junie ... you will be
missed by many.
Mattie Holland
June 16, 2014
Mr Donlavey you will be very much missed.
DEBORA
June 14, 2014
REST IN PEACE, MY FRIEND
Ron & Sandy Piasecki
June 12, 2014
Our sincerest condolences to Junie's family. He was a true friend and a true gentleman. I know he's up there with his good friend Tim, Hilly and the rest of the NASCAR gang that have passed on. God bless, Junie and RIP.
John Justis
June 12, 2014
I will never forget the time I first saw the 90 car at south side speedway w/ Sonny Hutchins. I knew right then that they were the team that I would fall in love with. I did and it has lasted for 36 years and I still have the greatest memories of the 90 car. I raced carts for years with the hand painted Truxmore # 90 on them and wore it so proudly. Thanks so much Junie
June 12, 2014
To the Donlavey Family
So Sorry for your tragic loss.
michelle plakas-kaiser
June 11, 2014
rip
Mike Edwards
June 11, 2014
I know that if Willie Glass were still around he would be respnding. But in his absense I have volunteered. We have lost a truly remakable freind. God bless you Junie.
June 11, 2014
NASCAR Has Lost A True Legend. My Condolences To His Family And Friends. I'll Always remember That #99 Car He Owned And Dick Trickle Drove. Thanks Junie!!!!
Kevin Johnson
June 11, 2014
As a long time NASCAR fan, Junie will be greatly missed! RIP Junie!
DRB Clarksville
June 11, 2014
He was a true Nascar man that gave a lot of people a chance to race. God Bless His Soul.
June 11, 2014
My condolences to the Donlavey family. May you draw close to God during this time. -James 4:8
Allan Hall
June 11, 2014
The "Chief" was a great man! I will always remember his kindness toward my family and me! Number 90 leaves us at age 90. How fitting!
Jimmy Mendenhall
June 11, 2014
Some of the best years of my life was the three years I did PR for Hills Bros Coffee and Donlavey Racing. Working with Junie for those three years was a Honor. RIP my friend.
June 11, 2014
always seemed to be a genuine nice guy!.....r.i.p. junie.
Carol Henry
June 11, 2014
Bless his heart, he was a wonderful human being. A absolute treasure to talk to. I am so glad I got to spend some time with him. Loved this little man.
w.g. gruner
June 11, 2014
Heavens gain, our loss. Rest in peace Junie and thank you for the memories.
Bill Wise
June 11, 2014
Truly a legend. Southside speedway to the big times. Always liked his passion for the underdog. He will, And is missed.RIP.
Sam McQuagg JR
June 11, 2014
If you loved racin' and met Junie, you had a friend. Always had time to talk, no matter who you were. Sincere condolences and best of memories to family and friends.
DS
June 11, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
mark
June 11, 2014
he was always for the little guy, great man sorry to see him go.
G J.
June 11, 2014
To the entire family. I'm so sorry for your loss. Please accept my sympathy. May the God who gives peace be with you all in this time of sorrow. Rom 15:33.
M Scott
June 11, 2014
May God grant Mr. Junie Donlavey family and friends comfort during this time of sorrow, Isiah,25:8
SEEB Edmondson
June 11, 2014
Please remember that Almighty God will comfort, you , the family in all your trials. 2Cor1:2&3.
June 11, 2014
SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS,MAY THESE WORDS FROM THE BIBLE BRING YOU COMFORT."HAPPY ARE THOSE WHO MOURN,SINCE THEY WILL BE COMFORTED."...MAT.5:4............
June 11, 2014
God understands the pain of a loved one passing away. But , we must be strong. He tells us that in Joshua 1:9, he also says that because he is with us. How amazing is it to have the strongest person in the entire universe by our side, especially during times like these.
June 11, 2014
My sincere condolences for your loss. Hope in almighty God and his promises. John 17:3
Alexander's
June 10, 2014
"Throw all your anxiety on him, because he cares for you."
1Peter 3:7. With Sympathy
Beverly Linton
June 10, 2014
Junie Donlavey is the heart and soul of Nascar. Unselfish in helping drivers get their start and then allowing them to move to bigger teams. He will always be a hero for me. Prayers to his family and many
friends.
Giles Light
June 10, 2014
So very saddend to learn of Junie's passing. As a former Virginia resident and NASCAR fan I am well aware of his many contributions to the sport. He will be missed. Sincere sympathies to the family.
Richard Herrick
June 10, 2014
R.I.P.
June 10, 2014
Very sorry for your loss. 1 Corinthians 15:26
mike green
June 10, 2014
Sorry to here about Junie, been a fan of his for 30+ years . GOD BLESS
Sharon Allen
June 10, 2014
My sincere sympathies to the family. Junie was a wonderful man, kind, friendly and helpful to drivers starting out. He will be missed and never forgotten.
Mark Johnson
June 10, 2014
Thank you, Junie, for all the pit and garage passes and allowing me to stand on top of the transport to watch races. I enjoyed my visits to your garage and hanging out with the crew. You were one of a kind. May God bring all comfort to your loved ones.
Mark Johnson, from Deltaville
June 10, 2014
May God bless you and your family. And
may the love and support from family
and friends be a source of strength
and encouragement for you at this
difficult time.
June 10, 2014
My condolences to the family. May God comfort you during this difficult time. 2Cor.1:4
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