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So sorry to hear this. Prayers sent to the family.

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I had not met Alex in person but spoke to him many times on the phone and bought parts from him. I would not have been able to set a national record last September without the conversation I had with Alex and steering me in the right direction on some things. Let it be known he will be missed by a lot of people. Godspeed Alex. My condolences to Tony and Beth.

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Alex and I (and lots of others) got close while he was doing the Class Nationals. We stayed good friends, and I will always remember and treasure that. I will truly miss my friend.

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Very sorry to hear of Alex's passing; my condolences to the Denysenko family.

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Alex was a stand up guy. We enjoyed many conversations over the years. I'll always be grateful that he had me in to announce at the Class Nationals, and for the support he gave me when children on this site thought it was "cool" to lie about me. You can hear Alex saying, "#$%'em!" Thanks Alex. You were a rock among blades of grass.

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Only knew of Alex through Don Anderson, but between Alex and Rich Muhlenhardt it's been a tough week for S-S/S racers. God's speed to Alex, and condolences to his family.

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God's Speed Alex.

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So sorry for you loss. Alex was a memorable racer and we enjoyed our rare meetings at the races. RIP Alex, Judy and Lou Conkey

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Very sad news. God Speed Alex.

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Alex was dedicated to the sport of stock/superstock racing like none other in his time. His love of drag racing, which began in the glory days at Oswego, IL Dragway and US 30 in Gary, IN and culminated in his successful participation at the highest levels of NHRA and IHRA competition contributed to his legacy. He'll always be remembered as the Father and originator of the Class Nationals at Byron Dragway, the "Woodstock" of Class Racing. His love of all things Ford, and the help and mentoring he gave to so many racers will not soon be forgotten, nor should it be.
Alex will be missed and remembered by all who knew him.
Rest in peace, my friend.

Bill Rink

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I always had a great time talking to Alex at the races. My sympathy to Tony and Beth on this loss. I got to talk with Alex at the First "Northern Class Nationals". Thanks to Michael Beard for having Alex as the Grand Marshall of the event. Alex was very happy to be around all of his racing friends at the event. He will be missed!

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R.I.P. Alex My condolences to his family

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Condolences to the family.

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I'm just heart broken. I know Beth and Tony are too. I was lucky to know Alex and call him a friend. My thoughts go back to 1999 when we were racing IHRA and I first met him. There were a lot of late night talk sessions where the idea of the US Class Nationals was born. He was interested in the success of class Racing in the 70's when we ran SS and Modified meets at my tracks. He was convinced Class Racing could be promoted and successful again. I'll never forget the Sat night talks and eat outs at those races when friendships developed.( Lynn Mccarty, Jack Mc Carthy, Joe Jackson & a few others all know) I'm saddened by our loss, but still very happy to have know Alex and I know he was a special guy to most anyone that knew him. My heart goes out to Beth and Tony. I pray for God to give them peace and understanding. RIP my friend Alex.

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Sorry to hear this. He was a sponsor of my SS/K shootout. RIP

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Our prayers are with the Denysenko family , Alex was a good friend , helped us with our 56 a bunch , even know it was a chevy . we purchased parts , wheels and so on always a good buy . going to really miss you old Buddy . Erf

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Condolences to the family. Don Jackson

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Alex was one of a kind, from the first time I met him we became friends. According to Alex, I raced a chebbie and my engine builder(Woodro Josey) lived in Jawja....Tony , you have a lifetime of memories to hold onto...Cherish them....

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Very sorry to hear this, my condolences to Beth and Tony. He was truly
an ambassador for the sport, good friend and racer. May you
Rest in Peace Alex.


Roger Keeling

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We are very sad to hear this news of Alex.We have known Alex ,Tony and Beth for a long time and truly enjoyed their friendship and passion for drag racing.As Jeff Niceswanger mentioned in his post,we believe Alex is in a better place.May God bless Alex,Beth and Tony. RIP Alex!

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My condolences and prayers for the Denysenko Family at this very sad time.

Rest in Peace, Alex.

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I never got to meet Alex. Only knew him through Class Racer. Totally enjoyed his commentary on many subjects on this forum. I didn't always agree with what he said, but enjoyed his dedication and enthusiasm of class racing. R.I.P Alex and condolences to his family and friends.

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My deepest condolences to the Denysenko family. The knowledge and friendship that he and his family shared with many is appreciated, as well as the hospitality extended to me during the original U.S Class Nationals and at the IHRA events I use to travel to up north. A rare individual in the best ways. RIP Alex

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This is truly a sad day. While I never met Alex in person, we talked on the phone and e-mailed , about cars,racing,dogs, and life in general things that helped me out.I will always cherish that I knew him.There is no doubt that he loved Stock/SuperStock racingand his presence will be greatly missed.My condolences to Beth, Tony, and the German Shepard, John Kissel

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My condolences to Beth & Tony. I truly enjoyed Alex`s friendship and knowledge and support on the build of my M/S 85 Mustang. He was always there for me.
God speed Alex Denysenko ("The Commander")
Sincerely and with Respect,


Don & Kandy Anderson
#5891 M/S L/X Mustang

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RIP Sir, only had a couple of conversations with you and truly enjoyed talking about the pros and cons of both the HRA's. Will always remember you saying "Man, I hate your tranny broke...wanted a good race between us in the semis. And Prayers to your family, Beth was so kind helping out with our injured Doberman at Dinwiddie! 'Till we meet again Sir... God Speed!!!

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Our heartfelt condolences to Beth and Tony. Alex was a wonderful person, racer and friend for our sport. We will all miss him in person but he will be with us every day we race ! A wonderful man, always willing to help anyone who needed him. We will never forget him.
Terry and Sheila Dye

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My condolences to Beth and Tony. I first met Alex at the 2007 US Nationals, Alex was a wealth of knowledge and tried to steer me in the right direction. The thing that I always admired when we spoke was Alex spoke his mind and did not mince words. The world has lost a hero to many.

Sean

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Heartfelt condolences to the family, Alex epitomized what a sportsman / gentleman was! Lorraine and Venice

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Very sad news, Alex was a great guy to know and work with. Condolences to his family. RIP Alex

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Our deepest condolences to Beth, Tony and the Denysenko family.
l will always remember him for his love of S/SS racing and doing things the right way. This is a very sad time, but you know, I will always smile when I think of him. RIP Alex. Randy and Julie

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Seems we've lost far too many good people lately. Thoughts and prayers to Alex's family, friends, and the many, many others he touched during his life.

Kevin McKenna
National Dragster

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I'm very sad to hear of Alex's passing. When I first started looking into Stock Eliminator and really knew nothing about it I thought of the 67' 289 4 barrel combo because we have a mustang. After a little research I found Alex was the guy to speak with. He was nice enough to give me his honest opinion (I didn't know what it took to make a class car run) and after taking his advice I decided not to pursue the combo. He didn't just tell me it's a tough combo, he explained every detail of it which enlightened me on what it really takes to create a competitive Stock/Superstock car. I'm sure he gave this sort of advice on a daily basis but it meant a lot to a young kid starting an adventure into the world of class racing.

Rest In Peace Alex

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So sad to see this.. He was always great to deal with... Prayers to the family.

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Tony and Beth, so sorry to hear of Alex passing! God Bless!

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RIP Alex. You will be missed. Prayers to Tony and Beth

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R.I.P Alex.. Prayers sent to the whole family.. :( Sad news

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After second round at Joliet one year, I broke a oil pump drive. Alex hunted one down for me and worked late into the night to help me fix it. I kept saying that I needed to check on who I had next round in case it was heads up. Alex said that he was pretty sure that I didn't have a heads up next round but he would check for me after we were finished.
So after were were done all covered with oil he says "you have me next round" He knew all along.That was the type of guy he was.
He will be greatly missed.
Mike and BJ

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The Ford drag world mourns this loss...
Glen Tinsley

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Rarely do I post here, but I too had to also say that Alex was a special guy. For many years he has been a part of my every day. Captured in a picture from 2005 Joliet, he has been there on my computer desk top ever since.
Tony, I know how difficult the days may be as loosing a parent is something that I well understand, but what you have to hold on to, are all those special moments that time can never take from you.
Take care as you know you both are in our prayers.