Bob Labonte, a prominent figure in NASCAR as a two-time Busch Series champion car owner and crew chief, and the father of Terry and Bobby Labonte, has passed away. His death was confirmed by his son Bobby on Tuesday and acknowledged by NASCAR, which extended its deepest condolences to the Labonte family. Bob Labonte played a crucial role in the careers of his sons, both of whom are NASCAR Hall of Fame inductees, by serving as their mentor and biggest fan. His contributions to the sport and his family's legacy in racing have been widely recognized.
#NASCAR: Bob Labonte, the father of NASCAR Cup Series champions Bobby and Terry Labonte, passed away earlier this week, son Bobby confirmed Tuesday. https://t.co/EcRRZrdo7C
#NASCAR statement: "NASCAR extends its deepest condolences to the family and friends of Bob Labonte, the patriarch of the Labonte family. Bob was a champion owner and crew chief whose guidance helped lead sons Terry and Bobby into the NASCAR Hall of Fame. He will be missed."
NASCAR statement: "NASCAR extends its deepest condolences to the family and friends of Bob Labonte, the patriarch of the Labonte family. Bob was a champion owner and crew chief whose guidance helped lead sons Terry and Bobby into the NASCAR Hall of Fame. He will be missed." https://t.co/Lxhy2CJoFJ
#NASCAR statement on death of Bob Labonte: NASCAR extends its deepest condolences to the family and friends of Bob Labonte, the patriarch of the Labonte family. Bob was a champion owner and crew chief whose guidance helped lead sons Terry and Bobby into the @NASCARHall. He will…
Sad news. RIP two-time Busch Series champion car owner and crew chief Bob Labonte (father of Terry and Bobby Labonte). https://t.co/v5v2eFEwkM
“Earlier this week, Bobby and I lost our Dad. To many of you who knew him around the garage, you remember him as larger than life. To us he was our Dad, but also a crew chief, a mentor, our biggest fan, our motivation at times, and our hero...cont. https://t.co/9tbt8VXCWe