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It then proceeded to disintegrate. "Boat racing," Milwaukee Journal, June 12, 1989, "Boat racing," Chicago Sun-Times, June 12, 1989, "Dragboat racer killed when his craft flips," Los Angeles Times, June 12, 1989, Buried: New Auburn Cemetery, Auburn, California, Event: Sundance Sports Drag Boat Nationals. Follow us on Facebook for the most up to date info. 21-22,2012, Event: Chowchilla Lions Club biennial drag boat races. Biographical: He was testing a drag boat when the propeller broke and the boat flipped over on Lake Mead. 2022 SDBA POINTS (pdf) Download. "Man dies after weekend boating accident at Lake Ming,"BakersfieldNow.com, May 7, 2010. http://www.riverracer.net/forums/showthread.php?13610-Boat-crash-fatality-not-sure-if-posted-before. 2020 by Mel Bashore. He was transported to Kern Medical Center where he died from his injuries. The boat sank in shallow water and rescue workers got to him within 90 seconds, but were unable to resuscitate him. In 1972), California Birth Index (Michael A. Neuharth, born Jan. 3, 1959 in San Joaquin Co., mothers maiden name was Mueller), Smoke on the Water: The IHBA 2005 Season Opener (DragList.com). Biographical: He overshot the finish line at a speed estimated at over 200 MPH and crashed into the artificial lake's steep dirt bank. Scott Lumbert piloted David Kirkland's "Spirit of Texas" to a 3.43/274.92 mph monster pass in round 1 of qualifying. We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly. Jack Cayer, one of the founding members of the National Drag Boat Association, NDBA, in his "Cayer Package" Blown Hemi Race Boat. He was transported to Chowchilla District Memorial Hospital where he was dead on arrival. Access the best of Getty Images and iStock with our simple subscription plan. 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He had a 23-man crew and it was the sentiment of all of them that Taylor should not have made his run because the surface water conditions were poor. Just posted the 2019 race schedules for the ADBA, NJBA, CDBA, and SDBA. He resided in Vidor, Texas. Biographical:He was traveling about 115 MPH when he lost control and the boat flipped upside down over and over. Other Resources: "Investigators look into boating death,"Montgomery Advertiser, July 3, 2001, "Racing boat pulled from river,"Montgomery Advertiser,July 6, 2001, Buried:Crestlawn Memorial Park, Riverside, California, Location:Marine Creek Lake, North Fort Worth, Texas, Event: Southern Drag Boat Association Cowtown Drag Boat Nationals. He was from Paradise, California, and was survived by his wife, Audrey. He had been traveling more than 128 MPH and had just crossed the finish line when the crash occurred. He was paralyzed from the waist down. Biographical: He was from Bellflower, California. Lake Lucas. Biographical: He was thrown from his boat during a race at nearly 90 MPH. "Drag boat racer dies after he flips in race," Los Angeles Times, June 25, 1984, "Sports log," Milwaukee Journal, June 25, 1984, California Death Index (James Raymond Hobbs, born February 10, 1943 in Michigan, died June 24, 1984 in Orange Co., mothers maiden name was Crist), Social Security Death Index (Jim Hobbs, born Feb. 10, 1943, died June 1984, SS# issued in Calif. Biographical: Witnesses thought his throttle got stuck while traveling about 130 MPH and he hit the shore at full speed. They tried to talk him into returning to Walker Lake to attempt the record. 2023 Getty Images. Click Here! He was from Newport Beach, California. He was from Las Vegas, Nevada, and was survived by his wife, Denise, and three children. No additional tickets will be sold at the event since we need a head count for catering. In 1963), http://stephenrawleigh.webs.com/whenwhere.htm (accessed 7/25/10), http://stephenrawleigh.webs.com/ (accessed 7/25/10), Buried:Evergreen Memorial Park, Crockett, Texas, Location: Oklahoma River, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Event: Southern Drag Boat Association Ozarka Bricktown Nationals, Boat: "Bad Boys Dixie Toy Express" blown gas flatbottom. National Drag Boat Association - NDBA. He was survived by his wife, Glenys, and son, William. He lived in Provo, Utah, and was survived by his wife, Melanie, and young daughter. Unfortunately he began having complications, was operated on, and died. See all of the images at: 2018 World Finals Photo Gallery, or you can choose by boat name, or driver name at: Photo Gallery. All custom made to your color, and size specifications. History of USDBF; Team USA; Club Crew National Championships; Link to USDBF; IDBF. Call 602-614-0560 Arizona Drag Boat Association (ADBA) is home some of the fastest boats on the west coast! 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Some thought that because the capsule didn't separate from the hull, that malfunction may have led to his death. Biographical: His boat became airborne and flipped. He was thrown clear of the boat and his chute opened but he hit the water hard. He was from Alta Loma, California. His death was the fourth in the space of thirty days in drag boat racing. "1 killed during boat race,"News Tribune.com, June 22, 2009, Social Security Death Index (James D. Tucker, born Mar. He was from Rancho Cucamonga, California. Shortened Polished Torqueflite 727 Trans with Lenco 426 Hemi Bell housing $700, OKC crew," The Oklahoman, Event: National Jet Boat Association May Shootout race. Festivals; Clubs; Vendors; Race Calendar. Boards are the best place to save images and video clips. Ten days after the crash on November 22, the salvage barge crew were finally able to hoist the boat and his body to the surface. In 1969), California Birth Index (Dale Wesley Anderson, born June 24, 1955 in L.A. Co., mothers maiden name was Hodson), Buried:South Fork Cemetery, South Baptist Church, near Halls, Tennessee, Location: Green River, Livermore, Kentucky, Event: Kentucky Drag Boat Association 9th annual "Thunder on the Green" race. On his previous run he had set a record of 135 MPH. All custom made to your color, and size specifications. http://dragboatracing.com/Community/Forums/tabid/54/aft/35706/Default.aspx (accessed 3/12/11), Margaret Meier, e-mail communication to site administrator, Mar. Please do not leave any private information here. NDBA "National Drag Boat Association " Embroidered Patch Condition: Used Price: US $15.00 Buy It Now Add to cart Add to Watchlist Ships from United States Shipping: US $1.50 Standard Shipping | See details Located in: Arbuckle, California, United States Delivery: Estimated between Sat, Jan 21 and Thu, Jan 26 to 23917 Returns: It is a loser-deal if you are looking to make profit off of the sport. Burns was thrown from the boat. PARTS || He was from Aloha, Oregon. 23, 2007, Boat: Modified Production outboard-engined drag boat. Best way to contact us: Drop us a note using Dragboats.com messaging, click the "email seller" button below This run would back up a 263 pass during eliminations. "Racing deaths called fate," St. Louis Post-Dispatch, June 23, 2009, "Vance waits for a win in drag boat classic," St. Louis Post-Dispatch, July 11, 1983, "Speedboat racer hurt on Creve Coeur," St. Louis Post-Dispatch, July 12, 1983, "Boat racer killed here when craft turns over at 151 MPH," St. Louis Post Dispatch, July 10, 1983, U.S. Public Records Index (Thurman Riggs, born Aug. 1, 1942, resides in Tulsa, OK, 807 N. 29th West Ave.), Buried: Cremains scattered in Lake Grapevine, Texas, Location: Toledo Bend Reservoir, Logansport, Louisiana, Boat: "Snap, Crackle, Pop" blown fuel jet class. July 29th-30th | KDBA Show-Me Shootout on Lake Lucas. I think that Lucas had great aspirations for this sport, but it is a very tough sport to make profitable from a organizational standpoint. Although disappointing, it wasn't too much of a surprise to me. 2022 SPRING CREEK FINALS WINNERS & RUNNER-UPS, 2022 SDBA Series points are now updated thru the Paris race, event pictures are available on the website, ANOTHER DRIVER PROFILE HAS BEEN ADDED!! "Freak accident kills drag-boat driver," Bryan Times, September 9, 1985, "Miscellaneous," Milwaukee Journal, Sep. 9, 1985, Social Security Death Index (Gerald Spencer, born May 17, 1947, died Sep. 1985, SS# issued in Michigan in 1964), Buried: Happy Homestead Cemetery, South Lake Tahoe, California, Boat: $2.5 million dollar "U.S. It was Spencer's first racing event in two years. His boat flipped over at the finish line. Wind and speed were thought to be a factor in his crash. Streamline your workflow with our best-in-class digital asset management system. The business incorporation date is September 2, 1966. ***ADBA requires all participants and spectators to comply with local guidelines following COVID-19. The Getty Images design is a trademark of Getty Images. It was only his third competition in the boat. RACER INFO SEASON UPDATE Until further notice we will have a regular season for 2022. Biographical: During qualifying, the engine in his boat seized while he was crossing the finish line at a speed of about 140 MPH. Twenty seconds after the accident a rescue boat reached him and they began administering CPR. "East Texas man dies in drag boat racing accident in Oklahoma City,"KTRE.com, July 10, 2005, Social Security Death Index (David L. Skalicky, born Sep. 12, 1973, died July 10, 2005, SS# issued in Texas), "Accident claims boat racer," The Oklahoman, July 11, 2005, http://www.pipelinepc.com/dixieexpressracing/home.html (accessed 7/23/10), http://dragboatracing.com/Community/Forums/tabid/54/aft/35706/Default.aspx(accessed 3/12/11), Find a Grave (photo courtesy of Carol Johnson Hoch), Buried:Mission Burial Park South, San Antonio, Texas, Location:Creve Coeur Lake, Maryland Heights, Missouri, Event:30th annual Budweiser Creve Coeur Lake Drag Boat Classic. For race #5 on the SDBA Points schedule & set up at Lake Crook for a weekend of exciting close matched racing. DON'T MISS OUT! Collect, curate and comment on your files. Check out photos from these great drivers: Don't see your favorite driver? Let's face it, racing of any kind is going to cost 98% of the competitors money, only that small top percentage can make a living at it. Sunday Morning began with Trinity Racing Ministries having Chapel. It was a freak accident as he had made a good run and was slowing down when the boat caught air and came right up out of the water. I hate to see it end, but I understand. 9, 2005, SS# issued in Calif. He was ejected, but the boat landed on top of him. Copyright 2020 Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park, https://sdbaracing.com/store/ols/products/spectator-weekend-race-pass-san-angelo-tx. His father was Walt Arfons and his uncle was Art Arfons, both land speed record holders from the 1960s. Interested in racing with us? He was transported to the O-U Medical Center where he died. He was taken from the water and transported to St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield where he was pronounced dead on arrival. He began racing in 1984 competing in his brief career in unblown fuel jet, pro gas jet, and blown fuel jet. Biographical: He had been clocked at 124 MPH and was just past the finish line when his boat became airborne and flipped over. Casale Gears 10-deg. - Torrance, CA - (310) 539-5950. Rexone Administrator. He was transported to Jackson Hospital where he was pronounced dead. November 3rd and Sacramento Raceway. SPECTATOR WEEKEND RACE PASS NATIONALS IN CHANDLER, AZ (sdbaracing.com). He suffered rudder failure near the finish. Other Safety: NATIONAL DRAG BOAT ASSOCIATION OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA (Entity# 00514630) is a corporation registered with California Secretary of State. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); With over 43,000 images online, Dragboats.com has the largest gallery of drag boat racing images on the web. RSVP. By the time he shut down the afterburner and released the chute, it was too late. 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Come celebrate the crowning of our 2022 Champions and Runners-ups. http://dragboatalley.com/ubb/ultimatebb.php?/topic/2/243.html (accessed 7/26/10), http://www.chicoer.com/news/ci_8039514 (accessed 7/26/10), http://dragboatalley.com/ubb/ultimatebb.php?/topic/2/243/2.html (accessed 7/26/10), Buried:Mount Angeles Memorial Park, Port Angeles, Washington, Location: Firebird Lake, Phoenix, Arizona, Event: International Hot Boat Association Lakefest. Followed by the always fun celebration of the winners & runners-up at the awards ceremony. He was transported to DePaul Medical Center where he was pronounced dead. Call 602-614-0560. Thank you, Pat Kinsey, for sponsoring these awards. function utmx_section(){}function utmx(){} Sat Feb 11, 2023. He was from Mount Holly, New Jersey. Alternative Names. Biographical: He had set the Australian BAH speed record earlier in the day with a run of 183.54 MPH. Dragboats.com has a wide variety of drag boat racing themed stickers, including Bullet Top Fuel Hydros, blown flatties, and even jet boats, as well as personal watercraft stickers. Biographical:His boat spun out of control at 201 MPH on the top end. The race control tower. Recommended Communities. "Hydroplane racer killed in accident," Montreal Gazette, June 8, 1981, "Hydroplane racer killed in crash," Palm Beach Post, June 8, 1981, "N. J. hydroplane racer killed," Daytona Beach Morning Journal, June 8, 1981, Social Security Death Index (Kenneth Scheff, born Feb. 12, 1945, died June 1981, SS# issued in New Jersey), Michigan Deaths (Kenneth L. Scheff, born Feb. 12, 1945, died June 6, 1981, in Lapeer, Michigan, residence New Jersey), Location: Creve Couer Lake, Maryland Heights, Missouri. I would just like to say thank you to Lucas Oil for their involvement for the last 20 years with IHBA and running their own series. The SDBA is the Fastest Show on Water!! He was from Bellflower, California. national drag boat association abbreviations, https://www.abbreviations.com/national%20drag%20boat%20association. He was from Long Beach, California, and was survived by his wife, Dee. Check out some of the samples that we have of boats that we have drawn over the years! Sat Feb 11, 2023. He was ejected from the boat and died soon after on shore. He was vice-president of the Southern Drag Boat Association. Blarney Island Drag Boat . Your RSVP. "Boat racer killed," Florence Times Daily, October 7, 1985, California Death Index (Rudolph Carl Muller, died Oct. 5, 1985 in Kern Co., born Jan. 25, 1953 in Calif., mothers maiden name was Hess), Location: Berenda Reservoir, near Chowchilla, California, Event: Central Valley Drag Boat Association Chowchilla Summer Showdown. He was an aircraft mechanic for American Airlines at Dallas Fort Worth Airport for 23 years. He was survived by his wife, Carol, and children. Tap into Getty Images' global scale, data-driven insights, and network of more than 340,000 creators to create content exclusively for your brand. Gary Brown, e-mail communication to site administrator, Oct. 4, 2010, Buried: St. Mary's Catholic Church Cemetery, Dover, New Jersey, Location: Lake Yosemite, Merced, California, Event: International Hot Boat Association race. His hydro became airborne just past the finish line and crashed. Roy W Doby, agent. This is not a scheduled race for points for NJBA racers. more. Get instant explanation for any acronym or abbreviation that hits you anywhere on the web! Witnesses thought he should have shut it off earlier in the run when it started showing early signs of getting into trouble. We have classes for all levels of experience. Palmetto, FL. purchased by RSVPing by January 27th, 2023. The left sponson suddenly submerged, causing the craft to suddenly lurch to the right. "Boat death," Melbourne Age, Sep. 27, 1988, Gary L. James, e-mail communication to site administrator, Feb. 9, 2011, Gary James, e-mail communication to site administrator, Sep. 3, 2011, Buried: Willamette National Cemetery, Portland, Oregon, Location: Tenmile Lake, Lakeside, Oregon, Event: First Annual Tenmile Lake Regatta. Tap into Getty Images' global scale, data-driven insights, and network of more than 340,000 creators to create content exclusively for your brand. Three days later they were able to bring the cockpit of the boat holding his body into shallower 200-foot deep water, but it slipped from the grappling hooks. Come find the parts you need, or sell that stuff that is sitting on your shelf. ***Authorized Enderle Dealer*** - Email us with your needs and we will provide a quote to you. Biographical: He was traveling about 120 MPH during time trials when his boat suddenly dipped to the right. 24 posts. This ad has been seen (1664534) times since being placed. In tests the previous spring, Taylor had been clocked at 440 MPH in tests on Walker Lake and thought the boat would be capable of 500 MPH. Enderle Fuel Systems: Biographical: He had only raced his boat a few times prior to his fatal accident. On his fatal run, he had been clocked at about 290 MPH and his speed increased to about 330 MPH before he shut it down. "Driver of race boat dies," Los Angeles Times, April 11, 1983, "20,000 turn out after boat racing accidents," Los Angeles Times, April 11, 1983, California Death Index (Barry Lewis Zenovka, born January 31, 1947 in Calif., died April 10, 1983 on Orange Co., mothers maiden name was Ault) Social Security Death Index (Barry Zenovka, born Jan. 31, 1947, died Apr. Biographical: His boat went airborne at about 140 MPH at about half track. Email them to me @ lkinsey77@gmail.com. 7600 John Q Hammons Drive. He was thrown from the boat after it left the water. We've got 1 shorthand for national drag boat association What is the abbreviation for national drag boat association? Events. Lake Lucas. He owned a boat shop in Evansville, where he lived. Biographical: During time trials, his boat flipped and crashed. 2023 Finishline Productions. 2022 SDBA POINTS as pictured above (pdf) Download. He was thrown from the craft and suffered massive head injuries. Casale 12-deg V-drive, Midplate, no in/out, no Whirlaway, no gears $650 You may book online: Click on this link SDBA 2022 Awards Banquet. "Tennessee man killed in western Kentucky hydroplane race,"Elizabethton Star, August 30, 2004, Social Security Death Index (Joe H. Barnes, born Sep. 3, 1944, died Aug. 28, 2004, SS# issued in Tennessee in 1960, last residence was Ripley, TN), Harriett Barnes Higgs, e-mail communication to site administrator, Aug. 18, 2011. ABOUT SDBA: SDBA is a member driven organization that provides quality and safe racing for their members. 13 were here. The SDBA Fastest Show on Water rolled into Paris, TX. Reaction time money was presented. Frisco, Texas 75034. Biographical: The fatal crash occurred during qualifying. His helmet came off upon impact. Find the perfect National Drag Boat Association stock photos and editorial news pictures from Getty Images. Additional tickets can be It disintegrated in a huge spray of water and broken parts. If you have privacy or any other concerns about the information on this page, please use this link to the contact form. Biographical: During qualifying, he died instantly when his boat flipped in the air and he was ejected. Collect, curate and comment on your files. He was from Ventura, California, and had been racing drag boats for five years. Pirate 4x4 Forum 367K+ members. He was from El Segundo, California, and was the son of Antone and Otha Lee Bruns of Los Angeles. He was from San Bernardino, California, and was survived by his wife, Joyce, and son and daughter. End Date. Biographical: He was thrown from his boat near the start when the front end of the craft came up. Regatta Date Race Location Championship Status; Bradenton Area River Regatta: Start Date. Meet BRODY MARTIN - DRIVER OF IN THE RED 505 QE, PLEASE FILL OUT THE RACER PROFILE. The corporation status is Suspended . registered with California Secretary of State. He was transported to Deaconess Hospital in Evansville where he succumbed shortly afterwards. He was transported to Kern Medical Center where he died. "Driver killed in drag boat accident at Castaic," Los Angeles Times, September 21, 1986, http://dragboatracing.com/Community/Forums/tabid/54/aft/39156/Default.aspx (accessed 7/26/10). "Memorial service set for boat racer," Los Angeles Times, April 30, 1980, California Birth Index (Jeffrey Antone Bruns, born October 29, 1955 in L.A. Co., mothers maiden name was Keyes), Social Security Death Index (Jeffrey Bruns, born Oct. 29, 1955, died Apr. safety and health is our #1 priority***, Arizona Drag Boat Association (ADBA) is home some of the. He was from Westminster, California. on the Fox Chain of Lakes, is the only place in the world where high performance drag boat racing takes place every Thursday Evening. His body position when thrown into the water was not good and he suffered a broken neck. Show more. He was from Ontario, California. 1980, SS# issued in Cal. He was survived by his wife, Jo-Ann. NJBA will be having a CO-Sanctioned Race with the Arizona Drag Boat Association in February in Parker Arizona. Biographical: He had just been clocked at about 140 MPH when his boat went airborne. Boats & Gear; Insurance; BCS News; Membership. Including Lake Racer class that offers new racers the Welcome to our community. Suggest new definition. Please include a picture of yourself that I can include in the profile. Age: 59 Full Name: Joe Henry Barnes, Jr. inactive NATIONAL DRAG BOAT ASSOCIATION, L.L.C. He was making a single pass after his competitor broke. Buried:East Liberty Cemetery, Green, Ohio, Location: Lake Jackson, Sebring, Florida, Boat: "Rain-X Record Challenger" 25-foot jet hydroplane. NDBA stands for National Drag Boat Association. Free and open company data on Oklahoma (US) company NATIONAL DRAG BOAT ASSOCIATION, L.L.C. DON'T MISS OUT! Location: Lake Ming, near Bakersfield, California, Event: National Jet Boat Association race. Forum Staff View All Admin Administrator. Dragboats.com can put together some amazing Hero Cards to hand out to fans at the races. STANDS4 LLC, 2023. "Bradenton man killed as boat flips," Sarasota Herald-Tribune, July 10, 1989, "Officials are checking out Arfons death," Ocala Star-Banner, July 11, 1989, "Racer Arfons died when boat became airborne," Gainesville Sun, July 23, 1989, "Boat racers run at record ends in death at 370 MPH," Orlando Sentinel, July 10, 1989, Norman Hechtkoff, e-mail communication to site administrator, August 8, 2010, Florida Death Index (Jon Craig Arfons, born Sep. 26, 1949, died July 9, 1989, in Highlands Co., age 39), http://www.histarmar.com.ar/InfGral/RecordsVelocidad.htm (accessed 8/8/10), Buried: cremated and his ashes were scattered at sea, Location: Berenda Reservoir, Chowchilla, California. He suffered a spinal cord injury when he was thrown from his boat. When the motor shut off it caused a lot of back pressure and the propeller shaft pulled right out of the boat. Web. 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