Joe Weatherly

1922–1964 (age 42)

Race car driver

Biography

Joe Weatherly raced with fearless skill, capturing back-to-back national championships and earning admiration for his finesse on the banks and straightaways of NASCAR circuits.

He remained generous with his time after each event, coaching younger drivers and sharing his love for speed, a spirit fondly recalled by visitors to Forest Lawn Cemetery.

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