The two young sons of Top Fuel racer Doug Herbert were killed in an automobile accident Saturday morning in Cornelius, N.C. Jon, 17, and James, 12, died instantly when their Mazda3 collided with a second vehicle. Herbert, who was in Phoenix for preseason testing, quickly flew home to be with his family.
The thoughts and prayers of the entire NHRA staff are with the Herbert family at this difficult time.
Condolences can be sent to Raymer Funeral Home, 16901 Old Statesville Road, Huntersville, N.C. 28078, or via email, condolences@dougherbert.com.
A public visitation will be held from 6-9 p.m., Tuesday, at Raymer Funeral Home. Funeral services are pending.
In lieu of flowers, Herbert asks that people make a donation to the Speedway Children's Charities in Jon and James Herbert's name. For more information click here.
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Herbert's two sons lost in tragic automobile accident
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wow, such a horrible thing to happen. i feel so bad for the whole family.
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