NASCAR GREAT BUDDY BAKER - CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA

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2 жыл бұрын

In this video I visit the grave of one of the star of the NASCAR Winston Cup Series - the man known as the Gentle Giant. Buddy Baker. Buddy loved going fast and was especially successful on the Super Speedways. In a career that spanned 33-years and 700 races, Buddy found victory circle 19 time and finished in the top ten 311 times. After his driving career ended Buddy moved from the Drivers seat to the Broadcast Booth. Buddy passed away on August 10, 2015 and is resting in Sharon Memorial Park in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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@rawhidekid 5 ай бұрын

My family and I attended the Talladega 500 in 1975. It was rained out and they postponed the race until the following Sunday. We went on vacation and circled back to Talladega the next Saturday to catch the race. We stayed at a Holiday Inn a few miles from Talladega that Saturday night. I will never forget going down to the pool to swim and there was Buddy relaxing by the pool. He could not have been any nicer to a 13 year old kid who was in awe at meeting the great Buddy Baker. He won the race the next day in the Bud Moore #15 Ford Torino. Great memory!

@tombstonesandtravel8805 5 ай бұрын

I had the opportunity to meet Buddy a Few time at Charlotte and I would have to agree with those that Called him "The Gentle Giant." He was a kind and thoughtful man who always made a point to make time for fan. Thank You for watching and for you wonderful memory.

@paulwalt510 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video! I am a NASCAR fan & I always liked Davey Allison! Cemeteries are so peaceful. Thank you for the great work and stay safe. Have a great week!

@tombstonesandtravel8805 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I spent a couple of days In the Charlotte Area and have a few more NASCAR Videos coming. Thanks again.

@paulwalt510 2 жыл бұрын

@@tombstonesandtravel8805 I have a friend that moved to Charlotte some years past. One of my favorite Wrestlers Magnum TA lives in Charlotte, as well. Have a great week!

@tombstonesandtravel8805 2 жыл бұрын

I have a couple of Videos coming up on Wrestlers who worked for the Old Jim Crockett/Mid-Atlantic Wrestling Promotion.

@paulwalt510 2 жыл бұрын

@@tombstonesandtravel8805 I used to watch Mid-Atlantic all the time! I am able to watch all the territories now on the Peacock Network! It's like going back in time. I really love it! Thanks again!

@mikepate6404 6 ай бұрын

I saw his 3 straight wins at Talladega in 1975-76. He was dominant in those races. No. 15 Ford Torino owned by Bud Moore.

@tombstonesandtravel8805 6 ай бұрын

In My Opinion, Buddy's best days were in those Bud Moore Cars. Thanks For Watching.

@dhammiam 2 жыл бұрын

Last time I saw Buddy was at Lowes in Mooresville around 2015. He was behind me looking for a particular bulb as I was also. Always very nice guy. His Dad drove a City Bus during the week and my Dad tells of him picking him up as a teen and taking him around town and was know for being a race car driver. Thanks for this video. Another fine job

@tombstonesandtravel8805 2 жыл бұрын

I met buddy a couple of time both when he was driving and after he moved to the broadcast booth. Always had time and never seemed rush. Love to talk and tell stories. Next time I am in Charlotte. Buddy's Father Buck is on my list to video. Thank You for watching and for sharing you memories of Buddy and for you kind encouragement.

@dhammiam 2 жыл бұрын

@@tombstonesandtravel8805 I like what your doing and remembering the pioneers of NASCAR is great

@tombstonesandtravel8805 2 жыл бұрын

Thank You So much for watching and for your very kind comments.