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Edited by Doug Nye, 31 October 2012 - 16:37.
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Posted 31 October 2012 - 17:01
What sad news, but a good life. Another of the old school gone. I always felt that Simon Taylor's "Lunch with" Mr Fitch article was one of the most enjoyable and entertaining.
Roger Lund
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Here is an article from Autoweek: CLICK HERE.
One of the nicest, kindest men I have ever had the privilege to meet.
John, Rest in Peace. You deserve it.
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Edited by raceannouncer2003, 31 October 2012 - 20:48.
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I am sorry to say I have just heard that John Fitch - the influential, indestructible John Fitch - engineer, combat pilot, racing driver, safety campaigner - has passed away. Sincerest sympathy to his family and many friends.
DCN
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A sad loss indeed...
I would think Sir Stirling will not be taking that news lightly either, he would surely have fond memories of John Fitch.
A man, as I understand it, of an incredibly wide range of tastes and interests. I'm think there's information somewhere on this forum about him having resolved some problem with his home or property in a very unusual manner... quite apart from all the obvious contributions he's made to society.
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Not to wave the flag too strongly here; but to me John Fitch represented all that was great about American coming out of his generation.
He was a man of all seasons. Was there anything this man couldn't do?
I was lucky to meet him once at the IMRRC in Watkins Glen; he was pleasant, had a constant smile and he was a gracious gentleman.
If someone ever asks me to describe my ideal American, why wouldn't I answer...well someone like John Fitch.
God Bless your soul John.
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During the 80's I lived in CT and attended most of the events held at Lime Rock Park, the most beautifull race track in America ! One hot summer day my wife Marion and my dog Bandit where standing next to the fence separating the track from the padlock when a berry tall slender man approached us , I leaned over and whispered to my wife "that is John Fitch" she did not know who he was so I quickly rattled off a list of acomplishments During Mr Fitches career. As Mr Fitch walked by us I called out Mr Fitch ! He turned walked over to us with a big smile and stuck out his hand and shook mine like he had known me my whole life. I introduced him to Marion & Bandit. Mr Fitch spent a moment talking to my wife about Lime Rock and how he only lived a few miles from the track and then bent down and spoke with Bandit, I could tell he had a soft spot in his heart for animals! Him and I then talked at length about the state of motorsports ! I am 58 years old and have been a race fan my whole life , I started attending races when I was a child in Florida. I have had an opportunity to meet many "Famous" drivers, team owners, and so called important people ! not one can hold a candle to Mr Fitch ! To this day I can still feel the excitement he brought to my wife and I as he retold us some of the events of his life ! RIP Mr Fitch and I hope the state of Ct is happy about the torture you put this great man thru during the last years of his life ? I also want to say thank you to the people who contributed to the fund to help save his home , you know who you are......John & Marion Shea
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Sad news.
Posted 03 November 2012 - 04:04
Is that article accessible? I should very much like to read it.
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Nice full page obituary for John today in The Times. It's all on their website, not sure how accessible the site is for non-payers though.
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