The racing community lost a hero yesterday 8/29/2013

shra_1 · 08-30-2013, 11:51 AM

It is with heavy hearts that we must inform you that we lost Tracy Winters from J.W. Performance this week. Our prayers go out to John, Helen, John Jr., Tracy's daughter and the entire staff at J.W.PT.

Tracy was a loving, giving, and caring person with a big heart. As a respected contributor to the Automotive Aftermarket industry, she dedicated her life to working behind the scenes in Drag Racing through helping out racers in-need and accomplished more good than we will ever know. We have had the privilege of knowing the Winters family for over 30 years and love them like family. We share their hurting and suffer there loss. All we can say at this most unfortunate time is; Tracy, we will miss you and never forget the kind and loving person that you where…God Bless!

Rest in peace my friend,
Steve Coccaro, Mike Fabian & Carl Robinson

1855sc · 08-30-2013, 12:19 PM

Prayers go out to the family and God Speed.

Ken & Debbie Moses

afaulk · 08-30-2013, 12:29 PM

I saw a posting this morning and was praying it was not true. I saw her grow up at the race track, dig in to make their company a leader, and worked with her on some SEMA projects. Never saw her when she didn't have a smile or a good word. She earned her "status" with the racing community.

shra_1 · 08-30-2013, 01:42 PM

J.W. Performance Transmission Inc.

2 hours ago near Orlando, FL

We regret to inform our friends, customers, and fans that Tracy Winters, V.P. of Sales and Marketing of J.W. Performance Transmission Inc., and Board Member of the Drag Racing Association of Women (D.R.A.W.) passed away unexpectedly on August 29th, 2013. We ask that you please keep her and the Winters family in your thoughts and prayers through this tough time. Tracy will be forever remembered for her relentless work on the professional, personal, and charitable levels. As further arrangements are made we will be sure to keep you informed.

tim worner · 08-30-2013, 01:46 PM

The entire Worner family wants to convey their sadness to the Winters family. Her smiling face at the races will be missed.

Bob Bender · 08-30-2013, 03:45 PM

Prayers go out to the family.

Dave Ribeiro · 08-30-2013, 04:16 PM

Prayers go out to John & his Family, Tracy you will be missed RIP....

Debbie Dairy · 08-30-2013, 06:07 PM

Please accept my deepest condolences to the Winter's Family. I had the pleasure of working with Tracey when I was at BCI Performance, Atlanta Georgia and Impact Racing. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and especially her daughter which she always talked so fondly of. May your memories of Tracey live forever in your hearts. Please find comfort that your racing family is praying for ya'll.

Debbie Hawpe
Cypress Texas

Myron Piatek · 08-30-2013, 06:16 PM

Prayers and condolences to the Winters family and staff.
What a shock. I was just down there a month or two ago.
RIP Tracy.

Bill Howell · 08-30-2013, 07:50 PM

Prayers for the family and RIP Tracy.

08-30-2013, 11:51 AM	#1
shra_1 Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: pompano bch FL Posts: 113 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	The racing community lost a hero yesterday 8/29/2013 It is with heavy hearts that we must inform you that we lost Tracy Winters from J.W. Performance this week. Our prayers go out to John, Helen, John Jr., Tracy's daughter and the entire staff at J.W.PT. Tracy was a loving, giving, and caring person with a big heart. As a respected contributor to the Automotive Aftermarket industry, she dedicated her life to working behind the scenes in Drag Racing through helping out racers in-need and accomplished more good than we will ever know. We have had the privilege of knowing the Winters family for over 30 years and love them like family. We share their hurting and suffer there loss. All we can say at this most unfortunate time is; Tracy, we will miss you and never forget the kind and loving person that you where…God Bless! Rest in peace my friend, Steve Coccaro, Mike Fabian & Carl Robinson

08-30-2013, 12:19 PM	#2
1855sc Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 214 Likes: 16 Liked 3 Times in 2 Posts	Re: The racing community lost a hero yesterday 8/29/2013 Prayers go out to the family and God Speed. Ken & Debbie Moses

08-30-2013, 12:29 PM	#3
afaulk Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 51 Likes: 0 Liked 8 Times in 2 Posts	Re: The racing community lost a hero yesterday 8/29/2013 I saw a posting this morning and was praying it was not true. I saw her grow up at the race track, dig in to make their company a leader, and worked with her on some SEMA projects. Never saw her when she didn't have a smile or a good word. She earned her "status" with the racing community.

08-30-2013, 01:42 PM	#4
shra_1 Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: pompano bch FL Posts: 113 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: The racing community lost a hero yesterday 8/29/2013 J.W. Performance Transmission Inc. 2 hours ago near Orlando, FL We regret to inform our friends, customers, and fans that Tracy Winters, V.P. of Sales and Marketing of J.W. Performance Transmission Inc., and Board Member of the Drag Racing Association of Women (D.R.A.W.) passed away unexpectedly on August 29th, 2013. We ask that you please keep her and the Winters family in your thoughts and prayers through this tough time. Tracy will be forever remembered for her relentless work on the professional, personal, and charitable levels. As further arrangements are made we will be sure to keep you informed.

08-30-2013, 01:46 PM	#5
tim worner Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: duncannon Posts: 837 Likes: 14 Liked 126 Times in 20 Posts	Re: The racing community lost a hero yesterday 8/29/2013 The entire Worner family wants to convey their sadness to the Winters family. Her smiling face at the races will be missed. __________________ Tim Worner SS 1747

08-30-2013, 03:45 PM	#6
Bob Bender VIP Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Maryland Posts: 1,729 Likes: 1,595 Liked 459 Times in 90 Posts	Re: The racing community lost a hero yesterday 8/29/2013 Prayers go out to the family. __________________ Bob Bender 144 O/SA 2010-2012 National Record Holder

08-30-2013, 04:16 PM	#7
Dave Ribeiro VIP Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Williamsburg, Va.---USA Posts: 1,827 Likes: 1,612 Liked 56 Times in 27 Posts	Re: The racing community lost a hero yesterday 8/29/2013 Prayers go out to John & his Family, Tracy you will be missed RIP.... __________________ Dave Ribeiro 1033 STK

08-30-2013, 06:07 PM	#8
Debbie Dairy Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Posts: 2 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: The racing community lost a hero yesterday 8/29/2013 Please accept my deepest condolences to the Winter's Family. I had the pleasure of working with Tracey when I was at BCI Performance, Atlanta Georgia and Impact Racing. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and especially her daughter which she always talked so fondly of. May your memories of Tracey live forever in your hearts. Please find comfort that your racing family is praying for ya'll. Debbie Hawpe Cypress Texas

08-30-2013, 06:16 PM	#9
Myron Piatek VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Florida Posts: 1,542 Likes: 34 Liked 138 Times in 51 Posts	Re: The racing community lost a hero yesterday 8/29/2013 Prayers and condolences to the Winters family and staff. What a shock. I was just down there a month or two ago. RIP Tracy.

08-30-2013, 07:50 PM	#10
Bill Howell Sponsor Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Aiken, SC Posts: 315 Likes: 28 Liked 218 Times in 61 Posts	Re: The racing community lost a hero yesterday 8/29/2013 Prayers for the family and RIP Tracy. __________________ Bill Howell 2059 STK