Earlier, tragedy struck the NASCAR community when news broke that Hall of Famer Ned Jarrett’s wife passed away. His son, Dale Jarrett, confirmed the news, saying that she passed away peacefully in her sleep. Of course, the loss deeply saddened many. Martha was his second wife, after he and his first wife, Olene Rebecca Proctor, divorced in the mid-1950s. In all, Ned and Martha were happily married for 67 years. Among the many people sending their condolences was Brad Keselowski.
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The Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing driver was pretty devastated and declared that he was thinking of him. Keselowski could sympathize because he knew what it was like to lose a loved one. In 2021, the demise of his father Bob Keselowski deeply affected him. Other drivers who sent their condolences were David Ragan, Garrett Smithley, Kevin Lepage, and Kyle Petty.
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Brad Keselowski was not the only one paying tribute
Even the Joe Gibbs Racing team was quick to extend their condolences for Jarrett’s loss. Ned is best known for winning the 1961 and 1965 NASCAR Cup Series championships and winning 50 races. Meanwhile, his son Dale Jarrett was the 1999 Cup Series champion and boasts of 32 Cup wins.
Thinking of you DJ
Sorry to hear this. Please give Ned and the rest of the family my best.
Our deepest condolences to you Dale, Ned, and the entire Jarrett family. We’re grateful to Martha for the light she brought into our lives and our team, through you.
Sadly, the family of NASCAR HOF member Ned Jarrett announces the passing of his beloved wife Martha, who died peacefully Sunday February 5, with family by her side. Ned and Martha spent 67 years together, in complete love and devotion. At this time, the family requests privacy.
Praying for the Jarrett Family 🙏🏻
Sadly, the family of NASCAR HOF member Ned Jarrett announces the passing of his beloved wife Martha, who died peacefully Sunday February 5, with family by her side. Ned and Martha spent 67 years together, in complete love and devotion. At this time, the family requests privacy.
Coming back to Brad Keselowski, he will be hard at work preparing for the start of the 2023 season. Sadly, he failed to qualify for the Clash at the Coliseum, as did his teammate Chris Buescher. This marked the second time in a row that the Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing team failed to qualify for the Clash.
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JOLIET, IL – JULY 13: Dale Jarrett, driver of the #44 UPS Toyota, looks on in the garage during practice for the NASCAR Nextel Cup Series USG Sheetrock 400 at Chicagoland Speedway on July 13, 2007 in Joliet, Illinois. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
Keeping the Jarrett family in our thoughts & prayers during this difficult time.
Sadly, the family of NASCAR HOF member Ned Jarrett announces the passing of his beloved wife Martha, who died peacefully Sunday February 5, with family by her side. Ned and Martha spent 67 years together, in complete love and devotion. At this time, the family requests privacy.
So sorry for your loss, Dale. ❤ Sending prayers and love to you, Ned and your entire family.
Sadly, the family of NASCAR HOF member Ned Jarrett announces the passing of his beloved wife Martha, who died peacefully Sunday February 5, with family by her side. Ned and Martha spent 67 years together, in complete love and devotion. At this time, the family requests privacy.
Thoughts and prayers for you and your family 🙏
Sadly, the family of NASCAR HOF member Ned Jarrett announces the passing of his beloved wife Martha, who died peacefully Sunday February 5, with family by her side. Ned and Martha spent 67 years together, in complete love and devotion. At this time, the family requests privacy.
Sad news for the racing family 🙏🏼💜
Sadly, the family of NASCAR HOF member Ned Jarrett announces the passing of his beloved wife Martha, who died peacefully Sunday February 5, with family by her side. Ned and Martha spent 67 years together, in complete love and devotion. At this time, the family requests privacy.
Now, all that they can do is rue what could have been and then move on. Next up on the calendar is the Daytona 500, which is pretty much a dream for any NASCAR driver. The big question is, can Keselowski and Buescher redeem themselves in the coming race? Buescher had proven last year that the car is capable of winning, so they will be motivated.
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