Tony Bettenhausen

1916–1961 (age 45)

Race car driver

Biography

Tony Bettenhausen was a daring American race car driver whose skill earned him admiration throughout the AAA and USAC circuits. He competed in the Indianapolis 500 and countless other events, greeting each start with courage and a focus on excellence that inspired fans across the country.

He was laid to rest at Tinley Park Memorial Cemetery, where racing enthusiasts and family members continue to remember his steady determination and the way he brought communities together through motorsport.

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