Bobby Gene Garris Sr.

To Bobby´s, sorry PapaBear´s family, I send my condolences and you are in my thoughts and prayers. I have had a few mentors in my life, but PapaBear was way more than that, he was a member of our family like he was to so many people.

As a teenager and into my early 20´s, I would regularly travel with him to races and even trips during the week to shops to get parts. He was always good for conversation and a good laugh. One of my proudest moments was when I was able do drive a race for him. It showed I met his standards as a driver.

He taught me so many things about life that I can´t remember them all. After college, life happened and I lost touch with him, I do regret that. He helped make me who I am today. Sorry for the long post, but he was truly special.

Will miss you PapaBear.

Brandon Watson

Watson Motorsports #26

To Bobby´s family, please accept my sincere condolences. May God´ peace and grace surround you in the days to come.