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  John W 8:42 PM on April 13, 2015
Billy, I did't forget you my friend ! Its been a long while since I left you a msg here. But in no way does that mean I forgot you! I just wanted to say hello and let you know I was thinking about you. I know your still looking down on us and keeping us safe. I hope you are getting to do and see everything up there you please ! Because you deserve that, help keep us all safe this racing season, and I hope I get to see you again some day soon, Your Friend John Wickard
ttrash 8:36 AM on August 27, 2013
hey BK, please watch over us this weekend i know your up there cheering us on! thanks buddy
Frank Kramer 5:09 AM on March 31, 2013
HEY BILLY JUST SITTING HERE THINKING OF YOU AND HOW YOUR MISSED BY SOO MANY! Colton sure does miss you and talks of you often..you were a huge inspiration to him!! he has many things of yours that he reflects on daily! miss ya pal!!
John W 4:36 PM on April 2, 2012
Just thinking of you Billy and wanted to say hello, I miss you as always, John
ttrash 6:16 AM on December 29, 2011
as life goes on without you , huge obstacles come upon us....i wish you were here to help, just give me a sign as to what to do. please look over the shop and my family.....i pray soon that something good will happen. thinking of you and trying not to throw my helmet in anger.....thanks buddy
John W 2:41 PM on November 8, 2011
Hey buddy, Just wanted to say hello and let you know I was thinking of you, Your Friend John Wickard Miss you !!
Julie 8:22 AM on September 22, 2011
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!! WE MISS YOU LOVE YOU !!!! JORDIN SAYS HAPPY BIRTHDAY DADDY ;-)
John W 12:04 PM on May 27, 2011
Hey Billy, Its been to long since I said Hello to you on here, but you know I talk to you very often. But I wanted to say hello and let you know I was thinking about you. I miss you buddy and I know you are looking over us relaxing and enjoying life in that wonderful place above us, I hope you smile when you think of all the good times we had together, Your Friend forever, John Wickard
Jennifer gramm 8:52 PM on April 13, 2011
Just wanted to say hi bill i cant wait to see u i have so much to tell u. I know ur watching all of us so u probably know. connor and wil be 3 him and jordin love to play together. she loves to boss him around haha. love ya please wach over nathan i know he misses u alot.
brenda goda 10:40 PM on April 12, 2011
hey bill i am pray everyday for Jordin and Julie..it is so hard especially on Julie I know u r looking down on them and watching them..please send some to take loving care of them both.I love the way Jordin calls you daddy Billy .she is just a cute girl and SMART and she loves milk...I talk to u all the time ,it is hard still for me since when I pull in my driveway there u r.....remember u walking across the yard to see Julie......she loved u so much and is still looking for someone just like u to take care of her...please look down on the both and watch over them.love u and miss u
John W. 12:41 PM on April 16, 2010
Hey Billy, Just wanted to say Hello, and let you know I have been thinking about you! Miss you my friend !
Katie 4:37 PM on February 18, 2010
Thinking of you as always
westbrook 11:16 PM on February 14, 2010
hey buddy we miss you it seems like yesturday we were getting ready painting my stuff for 07........time sure flies i got a sticker of you on my car this year. this might be the last year for my 1w
John W. 2:35 PM on January 29, 2010
Hey Bud I have to admit I was just reading some of the stories that ppl have writen, and the one I did as well. Good memories Buddy, wow I miss you man. I just wanna pick up the phone and give you a call, ask for your advice or just say whats up ! I hope your still kicking butt up there my friend, Im sure you are ! Just wanted to tell you I was thinking about you, and say hello, I will never forget all the great times we had together !!!! Your friend John W.
paul 6:31 PM on January 27, 2010
i feel bad for him:dry:
John W. 4:16 PM on January 5, 2010
Just wanted to say hi Billy, I miss you !!! I know yr winning all the features up there, Your Friend, John
John W. 1:56 PM on December 18, 2009
Just wanted to tell you I miss you buddy !!!! # 47 Forever !!!!!!
John W. 9:01 AM on November 4, 2009
Hey Buddy, a bunch of us are heading to N.C. this weekend to race, I wanted to ask if you could please watch over us and keep us safe, and help us do well!!! We all miss you so very much, and I hope and pray some day I am lucky enough to be up there with you, playing our favorite song " The Darkness " and doing the Sprint car dance like we did so many times, some of the best times in my life that I will never forget !!!! I Miss you my friend, Your Buddy, John # 47 Forever !!!!!!!!!
Phil 9:20 AM on October 30, 2009
Bill, Caitlyn will be here in a few weeks, and it got me to thinking about you. It's been two years already, and I can't believe it. It seems like just yesterday we were hanging out at the shop, and raising hell. When Caitlyn does come, and gets old enough to understand, I will tell her all the stories that you and I had. You were taken far too early from us, and just thinking about it makes me tear up. I'm going through a lot of stress right now, and I really wish you were here to talk to about it. You would understand. You always did. In the time we got to know each other, you became a Brother to me. I know things got rocky for a while, but it always seemed that when we did see each other it was like nothing ever happened. I miss you. Please keep an eye on my Daughter, and keep watching over my shoulder. I love you man. Phil
Katie 3:16 PM on October 29, 2009
Just thinking about you as usual...heard Amarillo Sky on the radio the other morning, it always makes me think of you!! Miss you much!
John W. 7:01 PM on October 26, 2009
Just wanted to say hi, and let you know I am thinking about you Billy !!! # 47 Always !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
D 12:38 AM on October 25, 2009
Hi Billy, I know you helped watch over the drivers and fans this year and I wanted to thank you for that. It has been a rough year for some of your friends. But with your help and Gods help they are getting through the tough times. Please continue to watch over them as they head to Charlotte. You will always be missed.
John W. 8:42 AM on September 24, 2009
Hey buddy, I did not forget your birthday, just didt get a chance to get to the computer to tell you, But happy birthday, I thought about you all day and looked at some old pics, I miss you Billy. I hope your happy enjoying your life up there in heaven, Your friend, John # 47 Forever !!
colton 8:36 PM on September 23, 2009
happy birthday bud
scott rupp 2:10 PM on September 13, 2009
just thought of you when i was on the message board
Pete Trimble 9:31 PM on September 2, 2009
Hey Billy, It's hard for me to belive it's been 2 years since I lost my best friend, I think of you everyday and every time I'm at the garage working on your mustang, I have left everything that you left in the car just as it was, It's coming along well and I can't wait till the day I finish it and can look back on all the good time we had in the GT. I promis to finish it the way you would have and to take care of it. I miss you Billy, Take care of papaw and also look over us all and keep us safe.
Julie G. 2:11 PM on September 2, 2009
Hi hunny, i still cant believe your not here i miss you.Jordins getting so big an im glad your here with us at least everyday watching us do everything. right now its so tuff for me i got alot on my mind. I thought u sent ryan to me to take care of jordin an i he was so wrong for us we will get through it i know it. today is a ruff day for all of us but we all miss your beautiful laugh, smile an those eyes of yours. i miss the silly things we've done together i will never forget us EVER. even though theres alot of people out there talkins smack i just ignore them just like you would an get on with my life. lifes to short we are living to the fullest till we get to those gates an u open them for us with open arms. I LOVE YOU and always will. you gave us a BEAUTIFUL daughter i still cant wait to tell her all about you. I MISS YOU
John W. 9:20 AM on September 2, 2009
Its been two years today Billy, I truely miss you very much and think about you every day. Thank you for eveything you gave us while you were here with us ! I will keep you in my thoughts today as always, and sunday we will all be at the grove in your memory ! Thanx again for being my friend and watching over us ! John
John W. 5:25 PM on August 26, 2009
I miss you my friend ! Thank you for keeping and eye for all of us !
Katie 4:31 PM on August 25, 2009
Just writing to say I am always thinking about you, I moved into a new apt only a mile away from the grove and everytime I hear the races I know you are right there! I know you are watching over me and I want to thank you for making sure things go right for me in my life! miss you dearly!
Katie 4:30 PM on August 25, 2009
Just writing to say I am always thinking about you, I moved into a new apt only a mile away from the grove and everytime I hear the races I know you are right there! I know you are watching over me and I want to thank you for making sure things go right for me in my life!
Katie 4:30 PM on August 25, 2009
Just writing to say I am always thinking about you, I moved into a new apt only a mile away from the grove and everytime I hear the races I know you are right there! I know you are watching over me and I want to thank you for making sure things go right for me in my life!
wendy eckenrode 6:56 PM on August 17, 2009
Just thinkin of you Billy.........When my husband and i go to a race we think of ya
John W. 1:33 PM on June 30, 2009
Just wanted to say I miss you my friend, Stopping by to let you know ! Your friend always, John
Pete Trimble 1:16 PM on June 30, 2009
Billy, Its been awhile since I wrote to you but alot has happened in the past couple of months, Papaw passed away June 1st and dad is going thru a rough time right now, I've been working on the mustang and it should be running soon. Please look after Papaw and make sure he behaves, You know he is a jokester. I miss you buddy.
John W. 9:26 AM on May 21, 2009
Hey Billy I just want you to know I can not make it to the golf outting today, I hope you forgive me. I know you will have lots of friends and family there to keep your memory alive, An I will be thinking about you as well ! I miss you my friend, and I hope your resting well as we all look up and wonder how you are ! Your Friend, John
Julie may 8:51 AM on May 11, 2009
Hey you, wow it's mothers day an I got the best mothers day gift ever from you and I see you in her everyday. thank you the best mothers day gift nothing will ever top her coming into my life miss you everyday an sorry I haven't wrote on here in along ass time but it's hard especial for me . I will never forget that amazing laugh an brilliant smile I wink at you ever day in the sky I love you. I hate crying almost every night Ryan dosent know but I know u don't want me too but I always think of that night you left me but I will never forget you. I'm doing my best to raise jordin I hope you r happy for what I'm doing well I need to get some sleep cya william James peace be with you ;-)
D 2:17 AM on May 10, 2009
Billy, Just wanted to stop by and say hi. I am sure you know how much you are missed. I think of you and your family often. I pray that God continues to watch over all of the drivers and fans. So could you put in some encouraging words for a few of your friends who are struggling. Ask God to make them happy and keep them safe. And help heal those who have been hurt. I just wish you were still here because your friends could use some friendly advise from a person that was so kind and generous as you. It is still hard for me to go to the track but one of your friends encourged me to go back. He said that you would not want anyone to stop going because of what happened. I still start shaking every time I see what appears to be a bad wreck because I was there the night you had to leave us. We will never understand why you had to go but those who knew Billy or knew of Billy knows there is another angel in heaven watching over everyone. You will always be missed!
Kyle 5:30 PM on May 6, 2009
Hey billy, We all still miss you, and think about you regurlarly. Thanks for all the good times and memories.
John W. 12:06 PM on May 2, 2009
Just stopping by to say hi buddy ! I miss you, your friend John
John W. 12:06 PM on April 14, 2009
Hey buddy just wanted to stop by and say hello, and tell you I am thinking about you ! I miss you buddy, I hope everything is well up there ! I hope I can get to see you again some day. Your Friend, John
cody 6:58 PM on March 28, 2009
Hey billy, I was just stopin by to say that its just not the same without you at the grove. we all miss you
colton 9:18 PM on March 22, 2009
hey bud just thought id stop by to say hi..miss ya
John W. 10:44 AM on March 3, 2009
Hey buddy, Just thinking about you and thought I would stop by and say hello to my friend I miss very much! I hope you know I think about you up there each day! I miss you and keep you in my thoughts, I have a # 47 sticker on all my vehicles and my apt. is full of your pics on the wall, I hope some day I can be lucky enough to spend some more time with you, Thank you for keepin myself and ppl close to me safe, Your friend forever, John
Ashley 8:57 AM on February 26, 2009
Hey Billy, I just wanted to tell you that my dad and your dad have become friends and my dad and him get a long so well. Your dad is an awesome person. We all miss you so much. I'm getting married this fall and i wish you could be there to dance with me, but i will save a dance for you anyways. I miss you so much. I'm the happiest i have ever been and I thank you for that! Please watch over me and my family. I love you!
Kyle 10:43 AM on February 22, 2009
Bill, Hey man racing season is among us again, and we all still miss you! Ask God to be with all of us as we race. Miss you alot
Katie 7:15 AM on February 16, 2009
Hey bud, I am getting ready for work and Amarillo Sky just came on the radio, it totally makes me think of you everytime I hear it...I remember it being your ringtone...just wanted to drop in and tell I miss you and I do think of you all the time!
John 10:34 AM on February 11, 2009
Miss you buddy, Just wanted to say hi and tell you I am thinking about you, Your Friend John
Pete Trimble 7:37 PM on February 6, 2009
Hey Billy just wanted to say I think about you everyday and miss you everyday, Keep looking over us and keep us safe, I miss you buddy.
Trailer Trash 12:10 PM on February 4, 2009
thought i'd stop by to say hello....your daughter is growing up so fast along with your nephew connor....please watch over them and make sure they are safe, thanks BK
Phillip Snyder 4:30 PM on January 23, 2009
There are days that go by that I still can't grasp you not being here. Thanks for everything you did for me, you were like a Brother to me. I'll never forget that, and I'll never forget you, Bill. Whenever that time comes for me, I can't wait to see you. Phil
John W. 6:06 PM on January 21, 2009
Hey Buddy, just stopping by to say hello, and wish you a wonderful 09 up there! I miss you my friend, continue to do what you have been doing, everyone still talks about you and thinks about you, we all miss you, Mark Still talks about you everytime I see him, as well as I do. Your buddy, John # 47 4Ever!
colton 7:43 PM on January 14, 2009
hey billy miss you a lot ...i finally got a go-kart for this year
Jordan 10:01 PM on January 12, 2009
Hey Billy. Went by your shop tonight for the first time since you and I went down to Pancho's and I helped ya on the car that one day. Stopped at the Grove on the way back and talked to Kyle on the phone. I can say that I still am determined to get out there and have Bruce Ellis tell everyone the Bullet's coming! :) Anyway, please watch over us all this year. We're hoping to get that 07 into victory lane for ya!
John W. 9:21 AM on January 2, 2009
Happy New Year Billy, Thank you for keeping us all safe this holiday season, I hope you have a smile on your face and you are as happy as you have ever been up there wathcing over us, Your Bud John
John W. 2:27 PM on December 24, 2008
Merry Christmas Buddy, Words cant describe how much we all miss you! I think about you every day buddy, Miss you, Your friend John
Pete Trimble 2:25 PM on December 24, 2008
Merry Christmas Billy, I miss you and hope your looking over all of us.
kyle 9:52 PM on December 22, 2008
Billy, He man we miss ya a bunch! Ask God to look over everyone here at Christmas. MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!
colton 9:50 PM on December 20, 2008
hey bill, just stoppin to say hi and i miss you. happy holidays bud
John W. 9:44 AM on December 20, 2008
Just wanted to say Hello buddy! Thank you for looking over all of us and keeping us safe this Holiday season, Miss you Buddy! Your Friend, John
John W. 9:04 AM on December 11, 2008
Just stopping by to say hi Billy, I miss you!
John W. 10:54 AM on November 26, 2008
Miss you buddy, I hope everything is well up there at the big dirt track in the sky! I have you in my thoughts every day ! I was just looking at some old pics of you, Jordan, Dustin, Mark, Brian, and it brang a tear to my eye ! I miss you friend and all the great times we had, Your buddy forever, John
Robyn 7:54 AM on November 26, 2008
Just dropped by to let you know we're thinking of you with the holiday season upon us. Leaving in the morning with the 2 kids for Charlotte to run the car on the track. The kids should have a GOOD time. We miss you as I'm sure mom & dad does also. LOVE YA!!!!
D 1:28 AM on November 21, 2008
Just wanted to stop by and say hi. Thinking of you as always. Everyone misses you so much. I am thinking of your family as the holidays are coming up soon. My prayers are with them because I know its hard not having you here with them. Please continue to watch over everyone, family, friends, racers and fans. And ask God to continue to heal Jeff and John. RIP
John W. 11:51 AM on November 19, 2008
Just thinking about you Billy!
Pete Trimble 6:00 PM on November 18, 2008
Miss U Billy
Phil 12:35 PM on November 3, 2008
Miss you man.
John W. 3:19 PM on October 31, 2008
Miss you Billy, # 47 4ever!!!!
John W. 2:00 PM on October 23, 2008
Just wanted to stop by and say hello and that I was thinking about you! I miss you man, Your friend John
Pete Trimble 6:46 PM on October 21, 2008
Hey Billy, Just wanted to say I miss you and the mustang is coming along very well.
Kyle 8:57 PM on October 12, 2008
just stopping by to say hi and even if its a while in between stopping here, we never go a day without thoughts of you.
John W. 1:04 PM on October 10, 2008
Miss you Billy, was just thinking about you, and wanted to let you know !
colton 5:15 PM on October 7, 2008
hey bill my dad won the natty open cook off like kyle said it wasnt the same with out you. miss you bud,colton
John W. 12:06 AM on October 3, 2008
Hey Billy Got a favor to ask of you, Give Kyle a lil extra friday at the grove, He is due for one! He is truely a good guy and misses you alot, just like I do! I Miss you my friend, I have you with me every day, Your Bud John W.
Kyle 9:57 PM on September 29, 2008
Bill just thinkin about you, Gramm won more chili cookoff awards at the open. It wasnt the same without you though. Ask God to keep looking after John, Jeff and my friend Bart.
John W. 11:47 AM on September 22, 2008
Hey Billy just wanted to stop by and say Happy Birthday! I miss you man, I think about you every day! Your Friend John
Ashley 10:19 AM on September 22, 2008
Happy Birthday Buddy!! I miss you soo much, and again thank you for watching over Westbrook!!!
Robyn 8:04 AM on September 22, 2008
Just sitting here thinking about you and sending you our Happy Birthday Wishes. Just doesn't seem possible a year has gone by. We're all thinking of you and wishing you were here. Have A Happy Birthday!!! We Love You! We Miss You!
Ashley 9:50 AM on September 8, 2008
Hey Buddy, I miss you a lot, and were all going through another hard time with Westbrook in the hospital, and if you could do what Kyle said it would be awesome, Tell the big guy we need some help! Westbrooks a fighter and i know he will get through this, but a little help from his good friend the Hot shoe will help so much! I love ya buddy!
John W. 10:16 PM on September 7, 2008
Hey Buddy I know you are with John watchin over him, please get him back with us soon! I will never forget lookin into your daughters eyes and seein you, Shes absolutly beautiful, I know your busy up there, but look at all these wonderful ppl that care about you, we all miss you so much! I hope we can be together again someday, your frind John W.
Kyle 2:41 AM on September 6, 2008
Bill, just wanted to ask you and God to look after and touch John Westbrook. I know you liked john alot so just tell the big guy to touch him right now.
Mark Andrews 9:24 PM on September 5, 2008
Well Bill, I had you in my wedding and I am so happy you were a part of it. I have so many wonderful pictures of you in a tux, ha ha. I have been waiting for the day I could have a kid myself and that day has come. Next April we will have a little one and I was looking forward to raising my kid and taking him/her to see Billy Kimmel race. I would have called you Uncle Bill even though you are not really their uncle. I think we've known eachother long enough to call you uncle. Don't know if its a boy or girl yet but still have to pick out names. I could use some help. Well Uncel Bill, she wants to go home and sleep. I have so many stories for my kids. Think I'll wait til there older so they don't get any ideas if you know what I mean. Later Uncle Bill
Kyle 9:26 PM on September 3, 2008
We all still miss you and always will.
Justin Tangye 10:11 PM on September 2, 2008
well buddy its been a year already which i cant believe and i still miss u just as much as i did last year but at least ur in a better place see sometime buddy
Donnie 8:46 PM on September 2, 2008
Hope you enjoyed the racing Sunday night, the Hammer and Rahmer put on a good show in your honor. The wife and I were on the hill and everyone there was missing you, wishing you were still here to be at the races. Rest in peace Bill and you will never be forgotten.
Ellerman 8:38 PM on September 2, 2008
heyy billy, Man i cant even believe its been a year now. Last year at this time we were all having so much fun at the grove then we left that night shocked. We lost one of our Central Pennsylvania drivers. That was the worst night ive ever had. Well keep watchin down on our local drivers each and every night. ill see you again someday in that 47. We all miss you.
Katie 6:00 PM on September 2, 2008
Hey bud, Can't believe it's been a year...still miss you lots! I was at your memorial race on Sunday...first time I have been to the track since I went with you...brought back alot of memories...there were so many ppl keeping your memory alive, it was great! I know you were there with all of us...keep watching over all f those who love you...i feel like i never got to really say thank you for all you did for me...everytime i see my dancing statue I think of you and how you glued it all back together for me with your Dad! I even still have the roses you got me for Valentine's Day! You will always be with me in my heart and I can't wait to see you again someday!
John W. 3:12 PM on September 2, 2008
Hey Billy just wanted to share with you how awsome it was to be a part of your race on Sunday nite, Colton and I got to take you car out on the track and take it to victory lane, I now know how awsome it is to go aroud the amazing Speedway, hearing all the ppl cheer, that was so awsome, and Colton was so hapy to drive it for you! We all miss you and Sunday was a great way to talk about you and keep your memory alive! I also got to hold your daughter, she looks so much like you and is so beautiful! I know she will carry on for you and be a great person just as you always were, I hope we made you smile buddy, your friend John W.
Ashley J 9:28 AM on September 2, 2008
I cant believe its been 1 year already! i miss you soo much, i saw your mom and dad on sunday your mom was so busy, They sold all of the tshirts and sweatshirts it was awesome your mom was so happy!! I miss you so much! i wish i could still come down to the shop and just sit and talk to you and eat chinese and just get all the bull shit off our chest! You always knew how to make me laugh and i miss it soo much! I love you
colton 11:17 AM on September 1, 2008
hey bill yesterday i got to take your car around the track to hand out the scholarship it was one of the best moments of my life and a tramendous honor.. i miss you a lot man!
John W. 1:01 PM on August 31, 2008
Hey Buddy, I just wanted to let you know we are all coming together tonite to be there for you and your family! I have the honor of taking the Purple car to the track for you!, I am very excited to see it and let eveyone else know a little more about your passion for the sport from your first sprint car, I miss you so much, I stayed up last nite and went through all the newspaper articles I have from your passing, had a few tears and went to bed thinking about all the great times we had. Please keep everyone safe tonite and smile down on us as we honor your Memory! I miss you Billy, and I hope to see you again someday, Your Friend John Wickard
Pete Trimble 11:49 AM on August 29, 2008
Hey Billy, I've doing alot of thinking about all the good times we had and all the crazy crap we would get into, I miss u Billy. This week coming up is going to be hard for your mom and dad and I just want you to know they will be taken care of. I miss u very much Billy.
ashley 10:03 AM on August 29, 2008
Hey man we got a lot of racin goin on this weekend. Its hard to believe that its been 1 yr since you left us. Everyone misses you so much. It's hard goin to the grove every weekend not seein you out there on that track. We all kno that your in a better place watchin over us all. I'll be there sunday for the Billy Kimmel Memorial Race & everyone will be thinkin about you. Thankyou for watching over Jeff for us we can't wait till he is back with us happy and healthy. We love and miss you so much..rip
Ashley 9:11 AM on August 27, 2008
I miss you!!!
Katie 5:38 PM on August 26, 2008
just wanted to say I miss you...
John W. 12:49 PM on August 26, 2008
Hey Billy just wanted to say hi! I miss you and was thinking about you, so I thought I would drop bye and tell you! Thank you for watching over Jeff for us, talk to you again soon! Johh
cody ellerman 11:36 PM on August 25, 2008
Hey billy just stopped in to say hey. I was at the 360 race the other night and seen a van with an open trailer made me think about you. We all miss you at the grove
colton 9:58 PM on August 21, 2008
hey bill i miss u a lot, gramm one the dillsburg chili cookoff....im tryin to work on that model car you started but im not good with that stuff but i know you where. well i miss you a lot bud..rip
John 9:07 AM on August 16, 2008
Billy please watch over Jeff for us and get him back to us healthy! We miss you and do not want want to loose another friend, Please be there for him buddy! I hope your resting and peacfull, Miss you, Your Friend John
Pete Trimble 10:07 PM on August 12, 2008
i miss u buddy
Dave Exner 9:59 PM on August 12, 2008
Passed by the Grove website after dinner tonight and noticed a link to Billy's memory. I never met Billy but my son, Brian, and I observed the van in the pits at the Grove with the open trailer and I told my son, that is how they did it back when A.J. Foyt, Smokey Snellbaker, Jud Larson and the others. He must have been quite a man. I just wish I would have stopped and talked to him because from all that I have read and heard, he was quite a man. The world needs more like him. RIP Kid.
Kyle 8:24 PM on August 12, 2008
Bill, Hey bud just writing to say i miss you, and also to ask God to look over Jeff Shepard, I know you really liked him as a driver so ask the big guy to touch jeff. Thanks Kyle
John Wickard 1:39 AM on August 1, 2008
Hey Billy, I was reading about John talking about you in victory lane and just got chills, I miss you as much as he does buddy! I honestly think about you every day, I hope you know that! I miss you buddy, my goal is to get you a win! I will do that for you Bud! Miss you, John
Ashley 7:51 AM on July 29, 2008
Hey Buddy, I just want you to know that i miss you soo much, and i thank you for watching over me everyday and keeping me safe. You were one of my best friends and i think about you everyday, And i know you had something to do with Westbrooks wins this weekend. Im sure he thanks you!! :wink:
randall ford 10:16 AM on July 27, 2008
sorry for your loss. even though i never met mr. kimmel. i a'm an avid sprint car fan, and we all know how it hurts to loose a driver, for what ever reason, good luck to you all.
Katie 5:07 PM on July 25, 2008
Missing you as always!!!! Hope you're having a great time watching all your friends race from Heaven!
kyle 8:38 PM on July 23, 2008
Billy, Just stopped in to say hi and let you know we all miss you at the races. See ya later
John Wickard 12:22 AM on July 22, 2008
Hey Billy just wanted to say hi! I miss talking to you and your wave as we seen each other driving past each other in town, hope your doing well up there, Your Friend John
colton 11:19 PM on July 15, 2008
wats up buddy!miss you man ... im buildin a model your dad gave me of your first car the one you started!
Pete Trimble 4:26 PM on July 14, 2008
Hey Billy, Was just thinking about you and wanted to say i miss you Billy and also the mustang is very very close to being running, You will very happy on the way it will turn out I promiss. miss u buddy.
John W 12:07 AM on July 14, 2008
Billy I know you were watching Coldren Fri. Nite ? Did you have any part in that? Haha ? I was hopeing he would pull it off and give you that win! Well if he doest get you one, I will some day as a car owner, and that win is all your buddy, I miss you, keep watching over us, See ya someday soon, Your Friend John
Nelson Tennis 1:19 AM on July 12, 2008
Bet your still laughing at your old boss Coldren, how Hammaker stole his win from him tonite in 4 of the last lap. Wished I had been there. I can just hear you laughing. Think of you and your family alot. Have a lot of pleasant memories of your Mom & Dad from the 70's. Save me a seat, till we meet again.....
John Wickard 12:24 AM on July 9, 2008
Hey buddy, not much new to say, just stoping bye to say hi, I miss you as always, Everytime I see a Roadway truck I think of you! Miss you buddy hope yr doing well up there, John
D 3:03 AM on July 6, 2008
Just wanted to say hi and thank you! You are missed very much. Please just keep watching over all the drivers and fans like you have been. We know you are racing the big race in heaven and sure you are having fun doing it.
Katie 5:10 PM on June 30, 2008
Hey buddy... I've been missing you alot....keep watching over me and everyone who loves you...*blowing a kiss up to heaven for you*
John Wicakrd 1:00 AM on June 21, 2008
Hey Billy just wanted to say hi! I miss you, and think about you all the time! Hope your resting and watching over us all, # 47 Forever Buddy!
kyle 9:13 PM on June 16, 2008
Billy, Hey buddy was just working on car thinking about all the good times at the shop together. Miss you much
Ashley 2:53 PM on June 15, 2008
Happy Father's Day Billy! Jordin is so adnorable!
Jenn 1:42 AM on June 14, 2008
Bill I miss you, Nathan and I had our boy on May 26th 2008 He weighed in at 7 lbs. 11 .6 oz. In the same room at the hospital where Julie had Jordin. Weird huh! room 317. we named him Connor drew Gramm. I wanted to wish You a HAPPY FATHERS DAY! I miss you and can't wait to see you when its my turn. Please watch over My family and yours to come together and make ends meet. Love Always, Jenn Gramm
Pete Trimble 9:15 PM on June 13, 2008
Hey Billy, Just wanted to say hi and I miss u buddy.
John Wickard 7:01 PM on June 9, 2008
Just stopping by to say I miss you buddy! Hope your doing well! Continue to keep us safe buddy! Your friend John
Kyle 6:42 PM on June 4, 2008
Bill, Hey buddy we all still miss you and always will, been some good racing this season so far keep watching all of us and we will see you soon.
TTRASH 11:56 PM on May 31, 2008
well, my little boy is here...please watch over him as he grows....thanks BK...miss you
John Wickard 11:37 AM on May 28, 2008
Hey Billy, Just wanted to tell you how wonderful the golf outing was! It was amazing how everyone steped up in your name and memory, I had a great time meeting new ppl and talking about all the fun you and I had together in the past, Kyle let me listen to a voice mail you had left him befor you left us, it was great to hear you voice and bring back those memories, I miss you buddy, I wish you were hear to root us on as we race as I would be for you. I know we will be there for you when we have the race in your name, I will make sure I have a car there for you. Hope your doing well and resting peacefuly, Your friend John
robyn 9:09 PM on May 22, 2008
Well Bill-Bill- your SPECIAL day has arrived and you have to be sitting up there feeling so "Very Proud" of your parents, friends and organizers of the days events. John did a speech on you that could have gone on for another hour. The day was a HUGE success. The 3 guys came home and said "It was the best golf outing they were ever at." The saddest part about the day was--- It sure would be nice just to have you here instead of having a golf tournament. We all miss you!!!!! Thanks to all who helped make Billy's Day a GREAT DAY to remember.
Michael Root 4:03 AM on May 22, 2008
Today is your day Billy.
Today at Silver Spring Golf Course most, if not all of your family and closest friends will be celebrating your life with a Scramble Fundraiser in your name. The hard work, time and effort people put in to do this will pay off and go to something good in your honor. It's gonna be tough on your Family, but we're all gonna be there to support them. It's gonna be a day of emmotions for sure. They're in good hands as you know and have witnessed first hand on how we all come together and help in the racing community.
I know you'll be watching down on us and btw, tell the big guy to leave the rain for somewhere else today. :D
We miss ya!
I just wanted to thank everyone involved in putting this day together, especially Mr. and Mrs. Kimmel.
John W. 12:53 AM on May 19, 2008
Hey Billy, Just wanted to stop by and say hi! I hope you are enjoying watching us all race this year, we all miss you, I know you didt golf, but thur. we will be at the golf corse in you name. There will be alot of ppl thinking about you that day, I know I think about you every day! I miss you buddy, Please keep us safe this year, Your Friend John
TTC 10:46 PM on May 18, 2008
hey dude, just wanted to say that your daughter is beautiful and healthy....and everytime i hold her or look into her eyes i see YOU!...my son will be here anyday now...wish me luck, i know your watchin
kyle 11:36 AM on May 18, 2008
Hey buddy!
Phil 2:53 PM on May 9, 2008
Bill, Becky and I just had our 4th anniversary two weeks ago. I had told you at your funeral that if it wasn't for you, we wouldn't be together. I hope you understood how much your friendship meant to the both of us. We will never forget how you touched our lives. I miss you man, not a day goes by where I don't think about you.
John W. 2:20 AM on May 6, 2008
Hey Buddy, Just wanted to let you know I am thinking about you, We Ran the Grove Friday nite! We had the # 47 on the wing! I hope we made you proud! Miss you buddy! Yr Friend John
Kyle 12:17 AM on May 4, 2008
Hey bill just stopped to say hi and we all miss you alot.
John W. 12:55 AM on April 25, 2008
Hey Billy, I talked to yr dad the other day, I think he is doing better then the last time I spoke to him, seems like Daisy misses you alot, Just like the rest of us do! I sent Mom & Dad a pic of yr # 47 on our car, I am so proud to have it on there, and we will get you a win this year I promise, And I know you will be there to watch it happen, Miss you buddy! John
Kyle 8:59 PM on April 23, 2008
Billy bob, haha Hey its racing season again as you already know its not the same not helping you out, however i know we gotta keep going thats what you would want us to do. Racing is very frustrating right now, but i am gonna keep going just like you would. See ya soon bud.
Ashley 7:24 AM on April 15, 2008
Hey CSR!! I think about you all the time, i miss coming to the shop and hanging out and bitching about everything that happend at work that day, riding the four wheeler, taking your truck to ALs for our sunday lunch! I miss you soo much. thank you for watching over me. And i want you to know i am very happy with everything in my life and i thank you for that! I know your winning all the races in heaven, keep it up ill see you again someday... I MISS YOU!
John Wickard 1:19 AM on April 15, 2008
Hey Billy, Just wanted to say hi, and tell you we had our first race Sat. Your sticker looks good on our car and will always be there, thank you for keeping us safe! Miss you, Yr Friend John
Pete Trimble 6:37 PM on April 9, 2008
Hey Billy, I just sat down at the computer to do some work and when I hit the the mouse your picture pops up on the screen saver, Seeing your picture makes me think about all the good times we had, They were good. I also wanted to let you the mustang is coming along good the motor is together and almost ready to go in, I'm going to ask Mark and Harold and some of the other our other friends to have a part in doing this build so we all can have a piece of you to hold on to. We will do you proud on finishing it the way you wanted it done. I miss you very much Billy, I'll see you agian some day.
John Wickard 3:11 AM on April 7, 2008
Kyle well put buddy, Billy is very missed and I feel words cant describe how we all feel now that racing season is here without him! I carry Billy with me every time my car hits the track, and always will as long as I have a car, I think about him and I only hope he is looking down on us with a smile. I miss you buddy and thank you for all that I have learned from being your friend when you were here and now that you are not, Your buddy John W.
kyle 8:31 PM on March 31, 2008
As i sit here just remembering a good friend and thinking of all the good times with him, and all the lessons learned from him it is sad but warming all in the same all the things you can learn from life if you let yourself. Its hard to believe that you can become so close with someone in the matter of 6 months but its not the quantity of time its the quality, and the time i had with billy was alot of fun and learning, not just about racing but life and myself. He was a great, fun loving guy, with a heart the size of the world. He taught me to work hard and play harder, to be sincere but not take life too seriously, and if nothing else to have fun with life and racing. He didnt have alot but to him he had the world, and to most of us we forget about all the things we do have and just how blessed we are to get to do things others dont. I wish i could have had 6 more months with Billy but i cant be thankful enough for the 6 that i spent getting to know him and all he taught me. God truly places people in our lives for reasons, and i know he was in mine for one. I will never forget him. Thanks Billy I appreciated it.
heather, scott, maddie 11:25 AM on March 31, 2008
Hi billy we miss you and can't wait for the birth of your baby girl. she will be here any day now. can't wait to meet her. I hope you got the balloons we let go on julies baby shower. keep watching over julie and us.
colton 5:44 PM on March 27, 2008
Hey billy, been thinkin abot you all day..... racing just started.and we all miss that 47 out there from,colton
Amanda 11:20 PM on March 19, 2008
Hey Billy just wanted to say I have been thinking about you. I got to talk to your mom when she came in to get a haircut the other day. It was good to talk and share stories with her. They miss you so much along with the rest of us. Take care and keep watching over all of us.
John 12:40 AM on March 19, 2008
Hey buddy just wanted to let you know I am thinking about you! Miss seeing the # 47 out there, Your friend John
Katie 5:58 PM on March 18, 2008
Thinking about you alot latley...thanks so much for making me a part of your family...I was thinking about last Easter and dinner at your house with the peanut butter eggs! I spent some time with your Mom and Dad this weekend...they miss you alot and so do I...thanks for visiting me in my dreams...
D 11:27 PM on March 15, 2008
Billy, racing season is just starting. You are missed by so many people and you will never be forgotten. We know you are watching over everyone. I have a favor to ask of you. One of you friends is having a tough time and I was hoping that you could help him find his way in this tough sport. Help him get the support he needs to make it! And also there is a young racer that is very sick, please put the compassion in everyones heart to help him (JH). I know it sounds like I am asking alot but if anyone can help these two I know you can. You and your family are always in my thoughts and prayers. Miss seeing you.
Mark 10:56 PM on March 14, 2008
I justed wanted to stop by and say that we were thinking about you last Sunday. We went to Al's before the races and it brought back alot of GREAT memeories that we had working/playing at the shop. Jordan explained the story about the "BULLET". You are mised by alot of people and you touched a lot of people with your kindness. Miss you...
Napcar 9:18 PM on March 14, 2008
Hi Billy i went to the grove last sunday and it just didn't seem the same without seeing the white 47 rocketing around the 1/2 mile we miss you billy
Cody Ellerman 10:45 PM on March 9, 2008
Hey Billy, I just wanted to say that I was at the opening day at Williams Grove today and I really miss seeing you goin around in that #47.
John Wickard 9:07 AM on February 28, 2008
Hey buddy, Just wanted to say hi! I hope your doing well waiting to protect us at the track, Miss you as always buddy, talk to you again soon! John
Phil 8:42 AM on February 28, 2008
Hey Bill. Boyd Coddington passed away yesterday, and on his webpage there was something that reminded me of you. Bill, Whenever there are clouds in the heavens, We'll know it is you showing God how to do a great burnout. We miss you buddy.
John W. 10:45 PM on February 21, 2008
Hey Billy, I know your looking down on all of us, I need you to help me right now, I am having a tough time. I know you are wathcing over me and guiding me, Please help me with what is goin on in my life right now, I miss you and know you would be here to listen if you could, Miss you so much, your friend, John Wickard
Laura 11:21 AM on February 21, 2008
Hi Billy, I wanted to ask you a favor...as racing season begins, and throughout the year, please watch over all of the drivers. It will be different without you there in the #47, but know that you are always in our thoughts! We miss you and wish you could be here racing, but I know you are in a better place and probably racing every day!
Katie 1:04 PM on February 14, 2008
Hey bud... Just thinking about you alot today and remembering how exactly a year ago you brought me the most beautiful roses...I still have them...and I will never forget how you helped dig my car out of all the ice that day. Thanks so much for all you did...I miss you alot... Happy Valentine's Day!
John Wickard 12:17 PM on February 14, 2008
Hey Billy, Just wanted to say I miss you buddy! Its not going to be the same without the # 47 on the track this year, I miss seeing you driving passed me with a smile and wave! I carry the # 47 sticker on all of my trucks, personal and TNT and you will always have a place on my race car! I miss you, I hope yr watchin over all of us and keeping us safe! Luv ya buddy, your friend John
Mark Andrews 8:33 PM on February 9, 2008
Bill, I keep wanting to call you and say whats up but I have to remind myself that I can't anymore. I have spent a little time with your parents, probably more than when we were growing up, and I see in them every part of you. Its a strong reminder of who my friend is. Here or not, you are a friend. A friend who helped and passed on knowledge to his friends. We all miss you. I have some stories of late that I know you would get a kick out of. I guess I will have to hold on to them a little while longer. The picture of my wedding is inside the lid of my toolbox at work with the wedding party together. Everyone is dressed up in their tuxes and dresses with smiles. Even you. Its the first thing I see when I open the box to start work every day. I'm very glad you were a part of that special day. It would not be the same without you in it. Have to work on the house for the wife. We'll meet again.
John Wickard 11:44 PM on February 8, 2008
Hey buddy, I got a new race trailer today! We will be racin in another month, I hope that brings a smile to your face, I know I smiled when I seen the # 47 go around the track! I hope yr happy and winning all the features! Your friend John
Pete Trimble 5:35 PM on February 8, 2008
Hey Billy, Just thinking about you and how I could use some of you advice on building my motor, I could always count on you for telling me the right way to build a kick ass 347 stroker. I miss you buddy talk to you soon.
robyn 11:33 AM on February 3, 2008
Billy- Just sitting here thinking about you and knowing you would be down at the shop on this nice Sun. Racing is soon to begin- sure will be different without you and the #47. MISS YOU!!!!
John Wickard 11:37 PM on January 29, 2008
Miss you buddy!
John Wickard 10:17 AM on January 24, 2008
Hey buddy, Just wanted to let you know I am thinking about you! I miss you and all the things we did together in the past! We will be on the track soon, please keep a eye on us and keep us and everyone safe! Your friend John
Ashley Junkins 1:42 PM on January 19, 2008
Hey ya CSR, i just want you to know that i miss you a lot and , i miss coming to the shop to visit you, i hope you watch over us and i miss you soo much, and i cant wait to meet your little girl when shes born!! take care buddy... i love ya Hotshoe
John Wickard 9:32 AM on January 18, 2008
Hey Billy, I talk to alot of ppl you knew and our little group we had of friends, and everyone is thinking about you, and misses you so much! I dont think I relize I cant pick up the phone and give you a call, It hurts so bad to think your not here anymore, I miss all the dumb things we did at your shop and all the times we ate at Als. I hope your resting and getting everything you always wanted up there! Mark and I cried last night thinking about you together! it was tough, we both miss you so much, nevermind anything that ever happen between us all. I will have my car on the track this year, and as long as I own a car, I will have a place on it for you! Your friend always John
Chris 9:31 PM on January 16, 2008
Hey Billy, you're missed...I'm sure you're ready for this season
Pete Trimble 4:03 PM on January 16, 2008
Hey Billy, Just wanted to say I miss you Buddy.
Erob.... 5:09 PM on January 11, 2008
Gettin the car ready is not the same.... I miss u and hope there is a good seat up there to watch the race.... Ride with us and take our hand and let us know ur there...
Gramm 12:17 PM on January 11, 2008
hey dude, just wanted to say that i miss you and i wish you were here to help me...my littl boy and your little girl will be here soon! it will be fun to watch them grow up together....it's wierd that what we talked about in June has come true, just wish you were here. i think about you alot...everytime i'm over near the shop i peek over
colton 7:09 PM on January 8, 2008
hey billy, i think im racing karts next year and is gonna have a big 47 on both sides and i wanna do the best i can to make it look like your car..i miss you man...RIP ps. my dad 1 the chili cookoff at the open....and your dad let me drive your car from the cookoff into the pits while i got pushed on the 4 wheeler..i will never forget that day
Heather, Scott,Maddie 8:29 PM on January 5, 2008
Miss you Billy and think about you alot specially with the baby coming. Your baby girl will be born in 3 short months. We will take care of her and julie hope you had a nice christmas we were thinking of you that day.
Cole 21c 12:15 AM on January 2, 2008
I never knew you but I saw you race you where awsome. I have your sticker on my kart. R.I.P
wendy eckenrode 7:46 PM on January 1, 2008
Happy New Year!
John Wickard 7:56 PM on December 31, 2007
Hey buddy, I want to say thank you! My friend Ashley, who you met at the track one night, got into a bad accident near your shop sunday night, I had your # 47 sticker on her car. I know you were watching over her for me, and kept her safe, she walked away. Thank you buddy, your in my thoughts every day, I miss you, Happy New Years! John
Katie 4:45 PM on December 28, 2007
Hope you were watching down over all of us on Christmas...hard to believe that just last year you were with my Aunts and I at the Black and Gold on Christmas Eve...My aunts were up again this year and we all had a nice chat about our wonderful memories of you... it was a hard Christmas, but knowing you were smiling down from heaven helped. Still missin you!!! /color says...
Robyn 10:16 PM on December 25, 2007
Sending all of our love to you on this Christmas day. We love you, miss you and sure wish you could have joined us today. Merry Christmas!!!!
Phil 8:18 PM on December 25, 2007
Merry Christmas, Bill. We miss you man.
John Wickard 8:37 AM on December 24, 2007
Hey Billy I just wanted to let you know your in my thoughts, I miss you, and think about you very often. I hope your resting and relaxed up there waiting for all of us to join you! I cant wait till the day I get to see you again! We will have so much to talk about, I miss you buddy, I hope your looking down on yr mom and dad this Christmas and helping them throught this tough time! Keeping you in my thoughts, John Wickard
Pete Trimble 5:45 PM on December 23, 2007
Hey Billy, I hope your watching over us this christmas and please keep us all safe. I think about you all the time and when I'm feeling down I put my right hand on my left shoulder blade where a picture of you and your car is tattoo'd and it makes me feel better.
JFK Motorsports 6:23 PM on December 20, 2007
Billy- It has been such a short time since you left us, but it feels like forever. I think of you often, I know that we were not that close but talked when we saw each other. I wanted to let you know that I have started a race team. Its JFK Motorsports...the JFK stands for just for kicks. I am running the team with your "run what you brung" attitude. I wish you were hear to help me with it, I sure could use your knowledge and support.....it is one of the hardest things I have ever tried to do. Im not sure how you did it, other then the fact that you are much smarter then me at it. I am not going to drive the car, god no. Im a great push truck driver, but not a racecar driver....Well watch out for me and my team....Have a great Christmas and know that you are missed. And I will watch out for things here while you are away. I know that someday we will meet again and then we can trade stories about racing, and catch up on old times...
Robyn 4:20 PM on December 13, 2007
Just dropped in to tell you how much we miss you. This is going to be a TERRIBLE holiday for all of us. I hope dad puts some of his saddness and energy into doing the train. Baron asked everyday if we can go to Uncle Bob's. Maybe dad can get some enjoyment out of seeing how much the kids love and enjoy his trains. Watch over us. We miss you!!!!
Pete Trimble 7:00 PM on December 11, 2007
Hey Billy, just wanted to say hi and that I miss you.
John Wickard 1:16 PM on December 9, 2007
Hey, just wanted to say hi buddy, hope your looking down on us keeping us safe! Your friend John
wendy eckenrode 6:48 PM on December 5, 2007
Hey!Thinking of you and your baby Julie.Happy Holidays.
John Wickard 6:31 PM on November 29, 2007
Miss you buddy! I hope your winning every feature up there, Your friend John
Pete Trimble 1:20 PM on November 29, 2007
Hey Billy , Just wanted to tell you that I was down at mom and dads last nite they're doing good and daisey is too. Billy please watch over us this holiday season and I'm going miss you this time of year very much. Take care Billy.
Heather,Scott, and Maddie 11:52 AM on November 26, 2007
Hi Billy, sorry we have not talked lately but it has been busy with alot of things going on like the wedding, moving, and having scooters (maddie's) 1st birthday. We really miss you and hope you got the balloons we sent you on Maddies's birthday we think about you all the time and talk about all the fun things. We were talking about the christmas tree you cut down behind your shop for Julie. You always took care of Julie and she really misses you. The baby is going well we are taking care of Julie. She will have alot of help. I know you are watching her. I hope you had a nice thanksgiven. love, Heather, Scott, and Maddie
D 10:04 PM on November 23, 2007
Hey Billy, Even though its winter and no racing it doesnt mean your not missed! Even by those of us who didnt have the chance to know you very well. I am sure the holidays are going to be tuff for alot of people. But there is comfort in knowing that you are watching over everyone.
WENDY ECKENRODE 11:16 PM on November 22, 2007
Happy Thanksgiving,miss you.
John Wickard 12:50 PM on November 22, 2007
Happy Thanksgiving buddy! I am thankful that I knew you! I am thinking about you, your friend John
John Wickard 2:19 AM on November 22, 2007
Hey buddy, I just wanted to let you know Mark, Brian and some other friends went out tonite, to our fav place, the hardware bar! I thought about you, and I made Mark do the drunk sprint car dance with me, we laughed and thought about you, we really miss you buddy! I hope your doing well up there, I cant wait to see you again! Your friend John
Angel 4:49 PM on November 20, 2007
Hey Billy u were a really good driver i loved you so much but i know ur in a better place know and i hope 2 become a good driver like you well love ya Angel:(
Janelle 11:13 AM on November 19, 2007
Just sitting here thinking about you on this cold miserable day. Miss you!!!!
Katie 11:09 AM on November 16, 2007
Miss you lots bud! I can't believe it's been almost a year since I met you at the bowling alley and drug you to Sierra Madre where we met that crazy guy who wanted to arm wrestle Aaron! *thinking about you lots*
John Wickard 8:31 PM on November 15, 2007
Just wanted to let you know I am thinking about you buddy! Miss you! John
Pete Trimble 8:26 PM on November 14, 2007
Hey Billy, Just wanted to say I miss you and think of you everyday.
Pete Trimble 8:04 AM on November 6, 2007
Hey Billy, I just wanted to say hi and that I miss you everyday, I know your watching over all of us, So take care buddy. I miss you.
John Wickard 2:12 PM on November 4, 2007
Just thinking about you buddy! I wanted you to know that, I miss you. I visited you parents this week, your dad is lost without you buddy. I wish you were still here, Im trying to make changes in my life, learning from your lose. I hope your resting and happy, your friend John
Robyn 9:49 PM on November 3, 2007
Well Bill-Bill, it's been 2 mos. since you left us. The saddness, the hurt and the sickness in the pit of my stomach still remain. Everyday I look at your pictures and still ask why? I guess someday we'll understand, but, for now there is no answer. The World of Outlaws are at Charlotte and I watched 2 laps of sprints and said "No More." I'm not sure if we can ever go to another race. I tried to reach mom & dad today. Pancho was having his open house so maybe they were down there taking your place. You are missed so much by a lot of us down here. I know you're watching over all of us- maybe even laughing at some of the dumb, stupid things we are doing. We miss you!!!
Rachael 10:45 PM on November 1, 2007
Hay Billy, Just wanted you to know that I'm thinking of you. I have your baby in my prayers. May your legend live on through that special child.
John Wickard 10:48 PM on October 28, 2007
Always thinking about you buddy! Miss you!
John Wickard 10:32 AM on October 21, 2007
I miss you buddy!
Pete Trimble 9:00 PM on October 16, 2007
Hey Billy, Bob and I were out running around sunday raising some hell in the camaro just like you and I in your mustang or my camaro. We got talking about the good ol days when none of us gave a shit and all we had to worry about was having fun and thats just what we all did (and lots of it too). Well I just wanted you to know we all miss you and think about you everyday, I really miss running with you and getting into god knows what like we always did. talk to you soon Billy I miss you Buddy. Pete
John Wickard 6:52 AM on October 16, 2007
I miss you buddy, I think about you everyday. I promise I will never forget you, and all the good times we had together, Your friend John
Ashley 11:13 PM on October 15, 2007
hey billy i really didn't know you but i have become friends with Julie! She really loves you and misses you a lot, and the way she talks about you, you were a great guy also. Well I am going to try to be the best of a friend to her and help her out you make sure you watch over her she is going to need your protection and comfort in spirit and i know you will because that is the type of guy you are. I miss watching you the rest of the year race at the Grove just wanted to let you know that you won't be forgotten and you will always have a special place in all race fans hearts racefan ashley
beautiful (JULIE) 3:54 PM on October 15, 2007
hey hun i miss you very much its going to be tuff raising are baby alone missing the first of everything at least your here in spirit with us. im getting alot of help though. everyones helping its so helpful for me i love you sooo much and its hard waking up every morning and not hearing your voice saying get up for work your going to be late haha love your everything (beula may) aka julies haha inside joke for me and bill mwah mwah mwah ...
mitch walker 4:25 PM on October 14, 2007
as a former driver and fan...... I know he is running the fast line in heaven.... may his stagger always be right and the track to his liking.. race on
Ken (Kimmel) Ronzone 4:25 PM on October 14, 2007
Wish I could have known you, rest in peace
Pete Trimble 9:00 PM on October 12, 2007
Hey Billy, Haven't wrote to you for a couple days, I hope your keeping the hammer down on the big track. Tonight I proposed to Georgette and she said yes, I wish you were to be my best man cause you were a mentor and the best friend I ever had. I miss you so much and think about you everyday, Its very hard for me to understand why this happened to you but I find it some what easier knowing it happend doing what you loved and what you and I always talked about. I'll talk to you soon, I love you Billy.
Debbie Miller 10:13 AM on October 11, 2007
It was only my second time at w. grove speedway when this happen. My husband and I was cheering for Billy and we really did't know him. We counld't stand it when this happen and my husband said let's get out of here. Very sad.
Nelson Tennis 12:54 AM on October 10, 2007
Ich hoffe und bete Sie bildete es durch die perligen Gatter und bin mit dem Lord. Bis wir wieder treffen. Ich erkl?rte Ihnen nie, da? ich das Studieren deutschsprachig auf meinen Selbst bin. Ich kann Sie mit Poe und Penn darstellen und erkl?ren ihnen ganz ?ber Schmutzschiene das Laufen.:)
colton kramer 12:13 AM on October 9, 2007
hey bill, your dad came over to me at the cookoff and asked me if i wanted to drive your car from the cookoff to the pits..it was a great honor and something i will never foreget,and i know you would of been very proud of me, ps you were the best meat coordinater RIP hotshoe,i miss you man and your always in are hearts
John Wickard 11:10 PM on October 8, 2007
Hey Billy just wanted to tell you I was thinking about you! I miss you buddy! I hope your resting well and doing all the things you couldt do down here with us! Miss you, your friend John W.
Kyle Pruitt 10:49 PM on October 4, 2007
Billy, Hey bud, we really miss you. Hope the racing is going well up there. Drove the car for you at the open just like you wanted, the people loved it. We have a race next friday at the grove i will try and win it for ya. Keep watching over us. See ya soon, luv u bud
Pete Trimble 10:08 PM on October 2, 2007
Hey Billy, Everything went really well on saturday and I think you would have been very proud of to see all of the fans there to support you and Mom and Dad. Beer Hill also came through huge in everything they did to help also. When it came time for Kyle to take the car out for your final lap Bob and I,Harold and Mark Andrews were there to make sure the car and Kyle were alright, But as hard as it was to be strong for your mom and dad we all made sure your spirit and your memory was not forgotten, Kyle did us proud that nite and you would have been proud too. I miss you Billy.
Just a friend 2:28 PM on October 2, 2007
I hope your with the lord and looking down with love. As for me i pray for you as i look above. We would talk at times when you opened your heart to help me with car problems. The one thing i know is that your parents raised a great son that always thought of others first. I pray heaven has a race track so you can rip it up. love you man. God bless
jake musarra 3:26 AM on October 2, 2007
dear billy,s famliy and famliy l hear the news from speedway racing news l am very sorry about the lose of billy #47 rest in peare billy
wendy eckenrode 8:15 PM on October 1, 2007
Was @ the grove sat,really missed you.
Jim Welsh 5:00 PM on October 1, 2007
GOD BLESS YOU BILLY
John Wickard 9:19 AM on October 1, 2007
Hey buddy I just wanted to drop by and say hi! I miss you alot, and I still think about you every day! This weekend was very lonely without the # 47 on the track, I hope your looking down on us with that smile we all remember and miss, your friend John
Mike Guckenberger 8:22 PM on September 30, 2007
God Bless you all, so sorry for your loss.
Zach Myers 10:28 AM on September 30, 2007
Hey Billy, I just wanted to let you know that I saw your car last night running around the track at Williams Grove last night and it was a site I will never forget.
Pete Trimble 4:55 PM on September 28, 2007
Hey Billy, I wanted to let you know that Georgette and I are going to be at the Grove saturday to help out with the chili cook off and to support mom and dad and to see your final lap at the Grove. I miss you and think of you everyday.
PA POSSE 12:43 PM on September 27, 2007
Watch over us all friday and saturday Hot Shoe, and please ride with the POSSE, we miss you
TOPPER FAMILY 11:53 PM on September 26, 2007
WE WANT TO WISH YOU THE GREATEST BIRTHDAY EVER I JUST HAD ONE TO.IT'S NOT FUN GETTING OLD . STEVE &BONNIE
John Wickard 6:30 PM on September 26, 2007
Hey buddy just wanted to let you know I had probably 30-40 cars runnig your # Sat nite at Delaware, And I will do my best to get everyone running them Fri & Sat nite. We are going to see your mom tonite to gather up all the t-shirts! So we will probably be telling stories and having a few tears, we are all thinking about you! Your Friend John W.
colton 5:27 PM on September 25, 2007
happy birthday man....we miss u
Betty 2:44 PM on September 23, 2007
I hope that you had the best birthday of them all. You are so missed but very loved. Happy Birthday!!! Kepp watching over us!
Amanda 11:42 PM on September 22, 2007
Just wanted to wish you Happy 28th Birthday!! We all miss you down here.
The Ellerman Family 9:10 PM on September 22, 2007
Happy 28th birthday Billy!!!!!!!!
Jordan Givler 3:52 PM on September 22, 2007
Happy birthday bud! I'll proudly be wearing your shirt tonight at Lincoln. Yeah that's right, I finally got one after someone had to give mine to somebody else. Haha, inside joke between me and Billy.
Ashley (Williams Grove clean-up crew) 1:51 PM on September 22, 2007
HAPPY 28TH BIRTHDAY BILLY!
John Wickard 10:36 AM on September 22, 2007
Hey buddy, Happy Birthday first of all! I hope your day is awsome! I just wanted to let you know we are racing for you tonite, Look down on us and keep us safe, we will do everything we can to get you a win tonite, I had awsome stickers made for you yesterday and everyone will be running with you tonite! I miss you, your buddy John
Pete Trimble 10:10 AM on September 22, 2007
Billy I just wanted to wish you happy 28th birthday, Georgette and Lexi and I were out at the barn with Bob last nite talking about all the good times we all had at the barn and all the things we got into out their. I'll talk to you soon Buddy I miss you.
Karen 9:16 AM on September 22, 2007
Happy 28th birthday today, Billy! I'm thinking about you and all the fun times you had at my house with the boys goofing off, flicking noodles from your soup to see if they'd stick to the ceiling, and always, always tinkering with anything mechanical. I'm also thinking about your family and saying a prayer for them that they know they are loved and supported by many of us who are also missing you, not only on your birthday but every day. God bless and may His peace touch your hearts.
robin 8:22 AM on September 22, 2007
Well, Bill-Bill, Today is your 28th birthday so we have declared today as "BILLY'S DAY". Climb in the white #47 and spend the day turning left, and every once in a while kick up some clay. We all miss you and love you!
Brian 11:50 PM on September 21, 2007
Julie that note really touched me. you are right he left the world doing what he loved most! you will be missed Billy! RIP
Katie 3:52 PM on September 21, 2007
Just wanted to wish you an early Happy Birthday buddy...bet you're having a heck of a celebration up there...everyone misses ya down here and we will definitely be thinking about you tomorrow. I will definitely be toasting a Labatt Blue up to you!! I am going to be seeing your Mom on Sunday, and we know you will be bringing us luck in Bingo!
Pete Trimble 8:38 PM on September 20, 2007
Billy just wanted to let you know I think about you everyday and I miss calling you for help and advice on building my engine, I also have been stopping and checking in on mom and dad to make sure they're doing ok. I miss you Billy.
"Betty" 8:11 PM on September 20, 2007
I miss you "Chuck Bricker". Inside joke between you and I. But it makes me laugh knowing that we had these nicknames. I think about you often and wonder what you are doing up there. Keep and eye on all your loved ones. You are so very missed. I will see you again and when I do, I will say hi to my Chuck Bricker and you can say hi to Betty.
splash-n-nancy 3:39 PM on September 20, 2007
as many times as i pushed you off, you always slowed and moved outside to see who gave you the push,waved and always said thank you, this alone says about the kind of person you were, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your beloved ones, i was given a decal with the #47, i will put it proudly along side my best friends #52,RIP, GOD BLESS
John Wickard 9:22 PM on September 19, 2007
Hey buddy, Just wanted to let you know we are doing all we can to keep you idea of the t-shirt collection alive! Myself and the Weibleys are going to collect sat at the Delaware URC show, I hope your doing well up there in the big race in the sky, Your friend John
Bob H 7:35 PM on September 19, 2007
Billy you were what racing is all about and has seemed to forget. Working hard and doing anything you could do to get your car into the race. Who needs a big hauler when you have a open tailer and a beat up van, will definatley miss seeing it there. Thanks for the memories. RIP my friend.
Donovan 2:15 PM on September 18, 2007
Billy I will miss you
Cody Fye 12:58 PM on September 18, 2007
I am Sorry to read the news about Bill I only had the oppurtuntiy to watch him race a few times. But i am a avid sprint car fan and I help Work on Bob Garveys Small Block modified #11 Who races at clearfield Raceway park in clearfield Pa also i work with Karl Baker Who races the # 51 410 Sprint car who races at port royal speedway, sportsman speedway, sharon speedway, and lincoln speedway i understand how hard this loss is and i am happy to say that we will be supporting the # 47 on our cars for the remander of this racing season on both cars.
.... 5:49 PM on September 16, 2007
I started going to the track with my father when i was little. I always picked the lower numbered cars to route for because I thought the #1 car would finish first. Now that I am older i have learned this is so not true. But to this day, i still believe that every driver has a talent... one that I wish I had. I would love to drive around, whipping those turns like you did. It's from people like you who I learn that life is fun. It's not about how you dress or what you look like, because we all know people at the tracks are different in every way, but the drivers are the entertainers... i'm sorry you had to leave us this way... but at least you did it while you were doing something you had a passion for. watch over the tracks. never forget the memories. R.I.P.
STEVE M 11:26 PM on September 15, 2007
Billy. Thank you for your hard work and dedication. You will be missed but we all know god has a great racing angel now
John Wickard 9:27 PM on September 15, 2007
Hey buddy just thinking about you and thought I would say hi! I hope your doing well up there and looking down on us smiling, as you rest with no worries. Your Friend John
Hot Shoe Fan 11:19 AM on September 15, 2007
Hey Billy, racing was rained-out last night at the Grove, so you didn't miss anything. But as I left the track, I thought to myself that it would'nt have been the same without you there anyway.
Denise 7:36 PM on September 13, 2007
I did not know you Billy but I used to be at the Grove every Friday night but not for a long time. Been about 15 years maybe. But with all I have read and have been there the night racing lost another up and coming talent in Daryl Gohn, I had to write. With all the bigger sponsors, even in our local racing in Central PA anymore, I was glad to see you were a true racer who loved the sport. You seemed to be what I remember how the local dirt track racer should be. I was close friends with a family who had race cars for years and my dad was on the pit crew for awhile but, now he, and the car owner are also now racing in Heaven!! Such a shame this had to happen, but as I see it, God needed another Angel and called on you!! RIP Billy.
John Wickard 10:56 AM on September 13, 2007
Hey Buddy, I just wanted to let you know I am thinking about you! I think I finally accecpted that your gone, it was actuaaly good to see you sat resting in peace, It was closher for me, I am going to see Mark tonite, we promised each other we will start to becom closer again. Im sorry we did not keep in touch better lately, But I will never forget you, and your always in my thoughts! Your Buddy John, 47 Forever!!!!
co-worker 11:03 AM on September 12, 2007
On Patriot Day 9/11/07, The Roadway Express co. removed their company flag and put your #47 flag in place at half staff, beside the Teamster flag. Behind was the big flag pole with The America flag at half staff. Some clown sent a message to the jockey's on board computer screens & told them to only drive counterclockwise around the complex. Not everyone knew what to do. A college graduate came to me and showed his message to me and asked what that meant. I explained it to him. I did five polish victory laps for you and then i thought i better get to work and be productive. billy wouldn't want me srcewing around, on the job. Hats off to Roadway, R.I.P. Billy
The Duncan Family 12:46 PM on September 11, 2007
Life is eternal and Love is immortal and death is only a horizon and a horizon is nothing save the limit of our sight.
Kelly 9:50 PM on September 10, 2007
Hey Bill, I'm sorry we didn't get to spend more time together. Just when I was getting to know what a great person you were..... Dustin and I will never forget you.
james 9:22 PM on September 10, 2007
hey billy i jus wanted to know that you were one of my favorite drivers............. and to your family i know what its like losing someone to a sprint car accident...... i lost my uncle mike nichols............ its real sad but at lest you guys went doing somthing you loved.......... R.I.P Billy
Pete Trimble 8:58 PM on September 10, 2007
Hey Billy, I just wanted to write to you and let you know I was there to sat. to see you and remember you with all the guys. I talked to mom and dad and gave them all my support and tried to help them through this. You will always be with me Billy and I will think of you and all the good times we had, I have all these memories of you and I take keep you with forever, I just wanted to write this to you. God speed Billy.
Jesse 4:02 PM on September 10, 2007
he was a good driver.
beautiful ( julie) 3:24 PM on September 10, 2007
i love you sooo much i will never ever forget you sorry it took me so long to write you but im in total shock i was there hunny cheering u on at turn 3 an 4 it was so hard for me to see everything happen i was so scared and yelling your name to wake up and get him out he hates to be on fire that was his fear. but i guess he died doing what he loved an he knew everyone was there who loved him.. especial me! i will have u in my heart and near my heart i would give anything and everything to bring my love william back he loved me sooo much i loved him more.. he will be missed by me ALOT! I LOVE YOU WILLIAM i know you are here with me now watching me type this i hope you will always be by myside. R.I.P MY LOVE and was soon to be husband!
justin 10:58 AM on September 10, 2007
RIP BILLY KIMMEL
John Wickard 10:55 AM on September 10, 2007
Hey buddy, I was with you on Sat. I talked to your dad for the first time! He misses you so badly, I wish there was more I could do for him, I hope your resting and remembering all the good times we had together, Mark and I stayed strong for you Sat and tried our best to help each other. I miss you buddy, I hope your with everyone that loves you in heaven. Your Buddy John Wickard
robin 10:55 AM on September 10, 2007
The support that was given to Billy and the Kimmel family on sat. from the racing community and friends was overwhelming. There were tears, stories, saddness and memories for the special person Billy was. He will always be remembered and sadly missed by all. RIP Billy
Dave Albright 9:17 AM on September 10, 2007
My prayers are with the entire Kimmel family! I attended the viewing on Saturday and It was just great to see the send off that your son Billy received!! as the song says(only the GOOD die young) gives a new meaning to the phrase, because you did a great job raising Billy, form the time I met him in T-ball and little league, he was always a great kid!and grown into a super person .You can be proud of him and what he has done in the short time he spent here on earth, He sure will be missed by so many!! I know he'll be waiting for you to join hime in Heaven one day. God Bless you all!1 Dave Albright
Ashley (cleanup crew at Williams Grove Speedway) 11:11 PM on September 9, 2007
To the Kimmel Family and Julie, I have had you in my thoughts and prayers since sunday night when the accident happened. I personally did not know Billy to say he was a friend, but i can say that i have spoken to him while he would go through the line at the concession stands in the infield or i worked afterwards cleaning the grounds up. He was always very polite to me and eveytime i saw him he had a smile and i always told myself that is a true racer it didn't matter what he did on the track at the end of the night he had a smile on because he did what he loved doing and that was racing i could see that in him and in his racing. I love all underdogs i only wished i could have gotten to know him better. The only thing that comes to mind is he is with GOD taking the checkered flag up there in heaven and he left us here doing what he loved and worked so hard to do. GOD Speed Billy you will be missed. WITH LOVE ASHLEY
Linda Beavers 9:21 PM on September 9, 2007
Please know that you have been in our thoughts and prayers unceasingly. You have been added to many church prayer lists in the Winchester area and will be continually in a lot of people's prayers. We normally pitted close to Billy at the Grove and enjoyed his presence there. We really think he is in the loving arms of God now, but his presence at the track will be sorely missed. If you need ANYTHING, please do not hesitate to contact us. Love and prayers to Julie, also. God does provide, all we have to do is ask. Blessings, Tom and Linda Beavers, #461 Brick Car
shane 7:43 PM on September 9, 2007
R.I.P. Bill, you will be missed
Johnnie 7:40 PM on September 9, 2007
My sister dated Billy. he was like a big brother to me. i will miss him a lot R.I.P. billy
david noel 12:20 PM on September 9, 2007
r.i.p billy
Bedford Speedway 9:55 AM on September 9, 2007
We send out who dearest sympothies from everyone at the Bedford Speedway.
Mickelson Racing 3:06 AM on September 9, 2007
I never meet billy, just but the following posts and paragraphs I have read, I feel we have lost one of our own, a blue collar racer myself ,I hope all Billys wishes and dreams were in pursuit, if not acomplished , if not, im sure his heart was there, in the sport we all love, My heart goes out to his loved ones , I feel I lost a brother, friend, and competitor and I didn even get the chance to meet him , god bless you Billy , and all involved
racers fan 12:31 AM on September 9, 2007
i am just a big fan of p.a. posse racing ! and i shed tears because the pa posse lost another great young driver ! my heart goes out to all that are close !!!! i never got to meet him and still it hits my heart hard . i will miss seeing his car at the track . my thoughts and prayers are with family and freinds !!!!!! terribly sory for youre loss . mike
Ralph Donaldson 12:26 AM on September 9, 2007
We're going to miss you dear friend, your life was cut short. But we know also that GOD had even a bigger race for you to win this time. May the family, have peace of mind, that your son had died doing what he Loved. GOD Bless each & everyone of you. He has touch so many people and being such a good driver, he made friends where ever he went. Now as fans we stand by him. May he rest in peace. Until we meet again, see Ya Billy Kimmel. You were one of the best. Thank you, for making our sport a good one. Sincerely: R. Donaldson Crownsville, MD. 21032
Cindy Hoffman 8:41 PM on September 8, 2007
Billy was a great inspiration to all his fans. His zest for life and love of racing was a driving force in his magnetic personality. Our hearts go out to his loving wife and children, may they find comfort in knowing how many people were touched by his soul. May he race in peace, Cindy, Murdock and the girls
laura paulus 6:59 PM on September 8, 2007
I have known Billy for a awhile and we have lost touch over the past couple years. My heart goes out to the ones close to him. I grew up calling him big foot. That was the nickname my kid sister gave him. My deepest sympothy to Aunt Jean, Uncle Bob, Bobby, and Buff. I love you all. May he rest in peace.
David Kennedy 6:05 PM on September 8, 2007
I drive a push truck at the grove and it was my honor to get to push out Billy and to see how much he loved racing. he will be truely missed
Blake Gawel 5:42 PM on September 8, 2007
I cannot say that I knew Billy K, but I follow PA sprint car racing from wherever I am in the world. He was a true racer, and raced because it was in his blood. I know the feeling ... May he rest in peace. Sprint-Speed .... Blake (CactusCrew)
A friend 3:38 PM on September 8, 2007
To Billy's family, girlfriend, friends, follow racers, coworkers and race fans: I was at the funeral home this afternoon your support today during a very difficult time was amaizing, the amount of individuals that came out to remember this outstanding, and wonderful young man was so increadibly heart felt, the stories that were shared, the smiles it brought to everyone, along with the tears, was overwelming. We that knew Billy will never forget the way he never let things get to him, the handshake and smile in the pits. He was a great person to know, if you didnt have the pleasure of knowing Billy, it is everything you have read times a million times over. He will be missed everyday, and loved evrey second. Williams Grove will not be the same, but if I close my eyes i know I will see the #47, racing for the win.
paul slonaker 2:55 PM on September 8, 2007
You will always be in our hearts are thoughts and our prayers. We will never forget you. God Bless You.
Chris Troup 2:45 PM on September 8, 2007
My deepest regrets to the family. Such a big loss to the racing community. May he rest in peace.
Tammy 12:32 PM on September 8, 2007
I went to school with Bill, but I never got to know him very well. I'm an avid race fan, so it was upsetting to hear the tragic news and that it happened to a classmate. My prayers go out to Bill and his family and friends.
Kristen 11:59 AM on September 8, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are out to the Kimmel family! Race in peace Billy!
Kyle Hollinger 11:37 AM on September 8, 2007
Rest in Peace Billy, you will be missed.
wendy eckenrode 10:16 AM on September 8, 2007
i'm not able to come to the services. but,my heart pours out to all of you in the kimmel family
Todd Jacoby 10:01 AM on September 8, 2007
My prayers and thoughs will be with you and you're family in this time of sorrow. Sorry for you're loss.
zachary jacoby 9:51 AM on September 8, 2007
you were a nice driver and im sad to hear that you were in that bad crash at williams grove.
Dennis Knappenberger 9:22 AM on September 8, 2007
To the faimily! Please be strong and remember all of the good things! Although I never had met you, my heart goes out to everyone associated. As a parent it is an unfair part of life. RIP
Chris 11:10 PM on September 7, 2007
Race In Peace Billy, you will be missed.
Bill 11:05 PM on September 7, 2007
May our thoughts and prayers be with you.
Bill 11:02 PM on September 7, 2007
May our thoughts and prayers be with you.
Todd Evans 10:09 PM on September 7, 2007
Billy, Rest in Peace. To your family, please accept our deepest sympathy. We are a race family, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless You now and always. Todd Evans, driver of the 14E Sprint Car in Texas, and our entire family on and off the track.
Judd Albright 5:05 PM on September 7, 2007
well i just want to start off by saying that when i got the call i was shocked! while growing up Bill and i were close alsays snekking into the train room to play with the trains when BIG BOB was not home.. we got in some trouble when we got older but always had fun and stuck together. Bill was always a GREAT friend.. its is just now hitting me that he is gone.. its been since the first year i joined the Army that Bill and i have talked.. but let me tell you somethig thinking back it fells like yesterday that we were throwing eggs at the kids from the roof of the house during Holloween... to end this statement im leaveing for my 2nd tour in iraq and im not able to make the funeral but the entire Kimmel Family will be in my thoughts... with love your friend Judd...
Charles Speight (Phoenix,Az) 4:48 PM on September 7, 2007
My thoughts are with you all at this time.
Jesse Kratzer 3:55 PM on September 7, 2007
Billy you are a true friend and a true gasser. R.I.P. buddy I miss ya.
Kris 3:47 PM on September 7, 2007
We would like to send our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Billy. Billy will surely be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bobby Shuffler 3:47 PM on September 7, 2007
My wife and i would like to offer our condolences to the family at this time . Although never having met Billy personally we just had the pleasure of sitting behind and talking to his mom the friday before the accident at Williams Grove . Needless to say we were both stunned when we heard the news . Again we offer our condolences . Race on Billy.
Andy Richardson 3:45 PM on September 7, 2007
My most sincere condolences to the Kimmel family and his friends. It sounds like not only have we lost a great asset to sprint car racing, but a wonderful person. Godspeed, RIP!!
Brian Penrose 3:43 PM on September 7, 2007
Rest in Peace Billy from all of us sprint car fans.
Coleman Gulick Racing 3:37 PM on September 7, 2007
Our sincerest condolences to all Family and Friends of Billy. You are in our Prayers. Rest in Peace.
Dale Stiles 12:24 PM on September 7, 2007
Just found out this morning that Billy was the brother of a co-worker Bob Kimmel at work. Thoughts and prayers to all the kimmel family from the Ward Trucking Camp Hill Team. God Speed Billy!!!!!!!
Alyssa 12:02 PM on September 7, 2007
Rest in Peace Billy, you will surely be missed by all.
Mike Bechtel 11:34 AM on September 7, 2007
On behalf of the Sellers Race Team in Mustang Oklahoma. RIP Billy
Greg Smith 11:29 AM on September 7, 2007
My deepest sympathies to the Kimmel family. You will surely be missed. Greg
Eric Haney 11:26 AM on September 7, 2007
My deepest sympathies to the family. God bless.
Eric Carter 9:53 AM on September 7, 2007
Our thoughts are with all of you.
darryl beckett 2:00 AM on September 7, 2007
all of us over in canada are avid sprint car crazed.we are very sorry for your loss. the racers who knew him or of him will be sadly missed.our thoughts and prayers are with your family
Nick Bryan 12:01 AM on September 7, 2007
Man, It's sad that our racing family has lost another great racer! Rest In Piece Billy!!!!!
Craig Laudermilch 11:30 PM on September 6, 2007
Billy, may you rest in peace. Our condolences to your family and friends
R&R Fetter Racing #9 305 sprint team
Bryan 10:49 PM on September 6, 2007
RIP Billy
Jodi Radke 9:55 PM on September 6, 2007
Rest in Peace Billy.
Dean Jacobs family 9:47 PM on September 6, 2007
Although we didn't know Billy personally, he was a fellow racer. Sounds like a great person and enjoyed racing sprint cars. Our thoughts and prayers are with Billy's family and friends.
billy mcdowell 9:37 PM on September 6, 2007
i never had gotten to see you race in person. but i am sure that the people that had seen you race will miss you. i am sad to see another race driver leave us race fans. we love you and all of those that race.
Dan Benner 7:47 PM on September 6, 2007
Billy you were an asset to the sport. I am sure many future and current drivers will look up to the way you made things work. Your heart to the sport did not go unnoticed. Ill never forget ridingbikes with you in our early years. Rest in Peace bud Ill miss seein ya around
steve snyder 7:33 PM on September 6, 2007
Miss you buddy!.....RIP
Glenn 7:15 PM on September 6, 2007
our prayers are with you. god speed
YTI 6:46 PM on September 6, 2007
The students, faculty and staff of YTI offer our heartfelt sympathy to the Kimmel family and to the entire PA racing community.
gina o'donel 6:42 PM on September 6, 2007
i went to school with Bill. he was a great guy. always made me laugh. even though we never stayed in touch after high school, i will never forget him. it is very sad what happened to him and i hope he is at peace. my thoughts and parayers go out to his family, girlfriend, and friends. he will surely be missed. :(
"Spuds" 6:38 PM on September 6, 2007
Sending our thoughts and prayers. They say everything happens for a reason, and we may never find out why while on this earth. But remember that "The Lord" is always there to lean on! Keep praying, talking and remembering the good times, this definetly helps ease the pain. Bet there is one great race going on in Heaven.
andrew 6:05 PM on September 6, 2007
i will really miss billy i did not know if very well but when i herd this i wish i would of got to know him more rip bill my god be with you
Adam Gullion 4:19 PM on September 6, 2007
I didn't know Billy, but I wish I did after reading all of your stories. He sounds like a guy that would give you the shirt of his back of the race car under his foot to help a guy out. We very rarely are blessed enough to have a person like this in our lives one time. Sprint Car racing has just lost a hero. He will be missed but never forgotten or replaced. My heart felt sympathy goes out to everyone. I am truely sorry
DENISE 4:16 PM on September 6, 2007
I NEVER HAD THE PLEASURE OF MEETING BILLY. FROM ALL I HAVE READ HE SOUNDS LIKE A REALLY GREAT GUY. I HAVE BEEN AROUND RACING ALL MY LIFE AND UP TILL 3 YEARS AGO, HVE NEVER SEEN A TRAGIC ACCIDENT. I WAS AT SILVER SPRINGS WHEN BILL HECKERT DIED AND WAS AT THE GROVE WHEN BILLY DIED. I HOPE I NEVER SEE AN ACCIDENT LIKE THESE AGAIN. MY HEARTFELT SYMPATHY FOR ALL OF BILLY'S FAMILY & FRIENDS. HE'S STILL RACING WITH SOME OF THE BEST!
Rick 4:15 PM on September 6, 2007
Thoughts and prayers go out to the Kimmel family. He will be greatley missed. R.I.P. Billy
Katie 3:59 PM on September 6, 2007
It's really hard to find the words to say at this time...I have had the joy of getting to know Billy over the last few months. I moved here from a small town knowing nothing about sprint cars, he taught me everything I needed to know about them and how they worked! I learned so much from him. He was such a wonderful person with a huge heart, willing to do anything for anyone just to see them smile...i will miss him dearly with all my heart.. My prayers and thoughts are with the Kimmel family and Julie at this time and always... Billy will live in our hearts forever
Larry 3:40 PM on September 6, 2007
thoughts and prayers from Steven Allard racing...at the Gold Cup, Chico Ca...
robin myers 3:37 PM on September 6, 2007
While we did not have the pleasure of meeting you, Myers Motorsports sends our heart felt prayers to your family. Remember that God loves racers - godSPEED Billy!
Ricky Hoffman 3:13 PM on September 6, 2007
God's speed Billy. Hoffman Motorsports which runs from Louisville, Ky to Clearwater, Fl, sends our thoughts and prayers to the family of Billy. RIP
Justin Odom 3:12 PM on September 6, 2007
I did not know Billy but as me and my brother r both drivers and from one driver to another we r considered family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the family.
Amanda Summers 2:28 PM on September 6, 2007
I have known Billy since highschool and have been friends with his brother Bob in recent years since. I can't imagine the degree of sadness the family and his girlfriend are feeling at this time. My heartfelt condolences and prayers are with you. Rest in Peace Bill Kimmel
Pam 2:16 PM on September 6, 2007
It has been years since I've attended the races so I didn't know Billy but I admire his hard work and his desire to race. My father died from injuries sustained in a sprint car accident many years ago. It is sad for us left behind but how many people are fortunate enough to die doing what they love to do? Your family will be in my prayers.
Connie 2:05 PM on September 6, 2007
Our thoughts, hearts, and prayers go out to all - RIP, JIMMY KIMMEL! Connie and Barry Camp Beavertown PA
Connie 2:03 PM on September 6, 2007
Our thoughts, hearts, and prayers go out to all - RIP, JIMMY KIMMEL!
Chris 1:53 PM on September 6, 2007
Please know the entire family is in our prayers during this difficult time. We all love the sport of racing & know the risks, however, it is something we NEVER think too much about. Please know yu have the raacing family to help all of you through this time as well as the immediate family & friends. We will all be with you during this journey & please know Billy will be the leader of the pack. God Bless All
Gordon Motorsports 1:46 PM on September 6, 2007
GodSpeed kimmel, and r thoughts a prays r with the family,friends, and crew. Don't worry buddy i know they got dirt tracks in heaven. GodSpeed buddy. Gordon Motorsports urc #18
Steve Miller Motorsports 1:05 PM on September 6, 2007
It was my pleasure to know Billy for only a short time. In that time he shared information on the latest chili cookoff news, his racing and engine program, and gave me my first taste of Trailer Trash Chili. Every time you saw him, you would be greeted with a smile, a wave, or a handshake. Even in the race car when he passed our trailer on his way onto the track, he would wave a greeting. I hope his parents can take some small comfort in knowing that they raised a fine young man who made friends everywhere he went. It always made me smile to see Billy and Julie walking through the pits hand in hand. Their happiness was contagious and obvious. Julie, I hope all the great memories you two had together will help you through this very difficult time. They will be yours forever. Billy wasn't the fastest guy on the track, just the nicest. At the end of the day that made him the biggest winner of all. I deeply regret whatever part my car played in this unspeakable tragedy. --Steve
Kim Berkheimer 12:39 PM on September 6, 2007
May god bless the Kimmel family and friends.... Rest in peace Billy.
Steve and Connie Lenhart 12:09 PM on September 6, 2007
We did not know Billy; however, we know both of his parents. Loosing a child has to be the worst thing anyone can go through. Try desperately not to forget the good times; memmories have a way of healing and keeping him alive in your thoughts. God bless you family and friends.
Juli 12:06 PM on September 6, 2007
My son and I are sad to see Billy go. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Kimmel family. We didn't know him personally but felt the sorrow of his passing. The racing family will miss him dearly.God Bless you all that knew Billy #47 .
Hope 12:00 PM on September 6, 2007
Hard to believe you're gone. never got a chance to meet you, but showed that you didn't need a lot of money to compete w/ the big budget teams. godspeed billy
Mark Heisler 12:00 PM on September 6, 2007
I never had the chance to meet Billy, but I admire all of the low-buck guys in sprint car racing. I'm still holding on to the dream of racing one day, and people like Billy Kimmel give me inspiration. You will be missed.
Lucy Rossi 11:26 AM on September 6, 2007
I had the pleasure of meeting Billy thru my daughter Katie. My family had the opportunity to spend last Christmas Eve with him, and we all enjoyed watching a Steeler game together, talking about racing and looking at pics of his car. Seems he touched a lot of people in his short time here, and that is something to be proud of. He will surely be missed. Our thoughts and prayers will continue to be with the Kimmel family. We pray that God will give you comfort and strength at this most difficult time. Rest in God's peace and love Billy until we meet again.
Push Truck Tony 10:24 AM on September 6, 2007
We didn't know Bill personally, but the passion he felt for the sport was evident. We are saddened and pray for strength for the family, friends and his girlfriend Julie. We will miss seeing the open trailer. He will never be forgotten. Tony & Rhonda Acri
stesphanie 10:08 AM on September 6, 2007
it is a shame that we lost someone great. we will miss him at the grove. my prayers goes out to his family.god bless you.
Tim Tamie 9:49 AM on September 6, 2007
We will miss you. Fellow racer, neighbor and friend.
Tahnee 8:32 AM on September 6, 2007
Goddess bless the Kimmel family and friends. We are sorry for your loss and thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers. We've never met Billy, he was a friend of a friend. But Billy knew my little boy likes racecars and has passed along autographed pictures, T-shirts, and even hooked him up with a wing panel! Thanks Billy! We won't forget your kindness.
Justin Tangye 7:17 AM on September 6, 2007
R.I.P. Billy you were a great guy and always made me laugh.. ha the firt time I met you, you gave me a speech about why not to sniff fiberglass, ha and you always let me ride motorcycles and come hang out with everyone and I thank you for it!..Atleast now your in a better place, see you sometime buddy.. We'll all miss you :(
Ray Merli 7:03 AM on September 6, 2007
R.I.P. Billy....from RPM trucking
Al D 6:57 AM on September 6, 2007
The thoughts and prayers of the De-P Motorsports team go out to Billy & the Kimmel family in this time of sorrow. It is not fair to lose someone at such a young age. But, he will always be with us in our thoughts. Al D, Jon Brennfleck, driver, & the rest of the 56d team.
Rick Horn 3:57 AM on September 6, 2007
God bless Billy, his father, mother, Julie and other family members. Julie please be brave and hold your head high by remembing all the wonderful memories that you and Billy spent together. Billy is with our Lord now and is living in a kingdom much greater than earth. As a racer to loose a fellow driver, it is like fallen soldier in battle,we are all hurting within our hearts. We also know Billy would want us to continue doing what he loved so much, racing. Bless everyone that has taken time to write to the family in this time of need.
Bill Roberts 3:38 AM on September 6, 2007
Absolute shame to lose one of the good guys of our sport . Our Sympathy and best wishes go out to his family .
Jeff Walker 2:49 AM on September 6, 2007
Once again the sport mourns one of its fallen heroes. So many have given their all to be a part of our beloved sport, yet the sorrow of losing one of our racing brothers never gets any less. May Billy's family, friends and fans always remember he died doing what he loved.
Shane Wolph 2:42 AM on September 6, 2007
I have never been to pa, nor have i had the chance to get to watch billy race. bing part of the racing family my heart goes out to all of the people the this mans life has touched, my heart and prayers go out to all of those that have been affected by this. never morn someones death but celibrate there life Shane
Luke Hoffner 2:36 AM on September 6, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers to the Kimmel family at this darktime. Gods speed Billy! Luke Hoffner LM #15 and Crew
Royal Cutway 1:21 AM on September 6, 2007
I am a sprint car driver from Alaska, and although i never got the opportunity to watch billy race, or compete against him, i respect this fallen man, this lost denison of the greatness that is our sport
Craig 12:13 AM on September 6, 2007
TO Billy's Parents, Girlfriend,Gramm, SeaBass, Stew,Root, and to all who knew Billy I know how tough these times can be,as i lost a Best Friend of 23 years almost 3 years ago. Hang in there guys the days ahead will get better. It's the stories like you, and many others have shared that keeps Billy's spirit alive. When you start to feel down just step back, and think of one of your fondest memories of Bill and his spirit will motivate you to Keep on Keeping on. From what I have read Billy would want that. I know it has worked for me. I know I don't talk to you all as much as I'd like because i am the Quiet type. I hope to get to know some of you more during the Cook-Off. Hang in the guys. Much Love Craig (AKA- SLINK) Weird (but weird nice) the post with the name Justin Smith is the same name as My best friend. I saw that and made me want to post this here.
Aaron 11:44 PM on September 5, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to all family and friends. R.I.P. Billy
WAYNE DUTTERER JR 11:33 PM on September 5, 2007
R.I.P. BILLY. WE WILL MISS YOU, BUT NEVER FORGET YOU. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY.
richard mcfarland 11:12 PM on September 5, 2007
never saw billy race. but id like to send my prayers to the whole family
Barry Swenson` 10:51 PM on September 5, 2007
Bob and Jean my thoughts and prayers are with you, I met Billy once at the Springs and he was as nice a guy as anyone would like to meet or want to be. From everything I have read, He has touched the hearts and souls of many people. Thinking of you! Barry
Joseph 10:37 PM on September 5, 2007
R.I.P. bud u'll surely be missed by many... please keep the other drivers safe on the weekends
Justin Smith 10:21 PM on September 5, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers to your family from ours.
ANTHONY 10:05 PM on September 5, 2007
Im sorry billy past away because there was a time that I saw that win at suski in a wheelie compition last year at suski. I also saw him race 2 weeks ago at the grove. That will be the last time I saw him race. Sorry you guys lost Billy. :(
stacey manitz 9:27 PM on September 5, 2007
We have never had the pleasure of witnessing a race in the great state of Pennsylvania, but have plans to next year. When we learned of Billy Kimmel's passing and how much of a dedicated, passionate, true racing enthusiast he was......we surely would have rooted for him. Our deepest heartfelt sympathies from Iowa, our thoughts and prayers are with the Kimmel family, Julie, friends, and the entire Pennsylvania racing community. God speed
T.Lebo 9:24 PM on September 5, 2007
Bill, i know we havent allways seen eye to eye on things but i must say its going to be hard driving by ur shop everyday and looking over and not seeing you guys out working on one of your 20 toys you seemed to have. Im glad we got to put a side our differences and move on as friends.. I respect you and your determination as a person. much love and respect. Ill miss ya!!!!
chris 9:24 PM on September 5, 2007
watched him race the night he passed i had no clue it would turn out like this ... i lost my fav. driver... rest in peace billy
Terri 9:21 PM on September 5, 2007
Thoughs and prayers going out to his friends and family. He'll be greatly missed. God Bless.
Dick Owens 9:06 PM on September 5, 2007
From my Family to yours. We are very sadden to hear the lose of a brother of racing. We in the State of Florida send our condolences. Along with the racers from Orlando Speedworld. R.I.P. Billy
Race Fan 9:04 PM on September 5, 2007
I dont remember ever seeing Billy race but i sure can tell he had his heart in racing =[ its very disappointing=[ Billy and family, you are in my prayers. God Bless you All.
Dani 8:56 PM on September 5, 2007
I hadn't heard of Billy until the night of the accident at Williamsgrove. Unfortunetly, I was there and had to see the tragedy. I give my hat off to anyone who can go out on the track and race such a powerful car and compete in such a dangerous sport. It's sad to see someone who I now look up to, and someone who had all the passion in the world for racing, gone. Billy will be missed by everyone and especially at the track. *Gone but NEVER forgotten* Rest in Peace Billy.
10N Race Team 8:48 PM on September 5, 2007
God Bless Billy & God watch over his family and Julie. Some of us knew him better than others, but he was always welcome at our trailer. His smile and kindness will be missed by all of us on the 10N Team.
scott wettig 8:47 PM on September 5, 2007
i been a big sprint car fan for many years never seen nor knew billy but can imagine the pain everyone is feeling right now just reading some of the post rest in peace my friend
God bless Billy 8:05 PM on September 5, 2007
May God bless Billy and all who have surrounded his life. My prayers are with you Billy and your entire family. May God Smile on You.
SPEEDTOYS 7:49 PM on September 5, 2007
We never had the pleasure of meeting Billy, and wish i had. Its a crying shame to lose such a worthwhile youg man. But i believe that The Lord has more important things for Billy to do in Heavon. Billy is now with the Lord in a more peacefull place. R.I.P Billy
K 7:45 PM on September 5, 2007
I was there that night, how horrible it was. Though I did not know Billy personally, both my boyfriend (a racer himself) and I would have loved to. May God bless and be with your family and your girlfriend Julie. Rest In Peace Billy.
zach braun 7:32 PM on September 5, 2007
this is a sad day in racing loosing someone who had such great passion for the sport. my prayers our with his friends and family. god bless billy kimmle
steven littlepage 7:25 PM on September 5, 2007
Rest in peace fellow racer
Lauren 7:23 PM on September 5, 2007
We never knew Billy...but after reading about his passion for this sport and dedication despite all odds....I tell you...we sure wish we did. Those of you who knew him must sure feel blessed. Rest in peace fellow racer and fan....and may your loved ones and family find a bridge of comfort to hold them until they cross from here to there to be with you again. God Speed
Ricky Dickens 7:08 PM on September 5, 2007
Sorry to hear about this tragedy. May god bless your entire family
Mike 6:49 PM on September 5, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family and friends of Billy
Wes King 6:45 PM on September 5, 2007
Sorry for your loss.......
Bobby Hyatt 6:44 PM on September 5, 2007
Im sorry to hear about the loss of Billy. I saw Billy race a couple of times this year,what a awesome racer. God bless all of Billy's friends and family.
GARY FRIEDLINE 6:37 PM on September 5, 2007
REST IN PEACE BILLY...YOU'LL BE MISSED BY MANY.
doc sloan 6:05 PM on September 5, 2007
Though we never met. I feel we were buds. I know it is a dangerous sport but we know that feeling can't be duplicatated. God Speed Billy
chopps 5:52 PM on September 5, 2007
sorry to hear about a racer that passed away gearhead choppers, netherlands
Dave Gunther 5:35 PM on September 5, 2007
Always enjoyed seeing that open trailer pull in. Always rooted for the underdog. In these hard times my thoughts are with family and friends. GODSPEED. From D&D Vintage Racing #2.
fred putney 5:30 PM on September 5, 2007
billy you will be missed by everyone there is no low budget racers in gods eyes rest in pease billy
Karen 4:34 PM on September 5, 2007
Words are hard to come by at times like these.. I will miss watching Billy compete, and we'll all miss him
John Maneval 4:33 PM on September 5, 2007
Ive known Bill for a long time. Long enough to know that he was a great guy and that sprint car racing had been a dream of his for a long time. Im glad he went out doing what he loved and Im glad I knew him. He will be missed.
Andrew Olsen 4:16 PM on September 5, 2007
RIP
Mari Lynn 4:13 PM on September 5, 2007
My deepest, heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Kimmel family. I've known Billy for almost 15 years and I can honestly say that he was one of the nicest and kindest men I have ever met. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Jason and Laurie Shultz 4:13 PM on September 5, 2007
We would like to express our sincere sympathy to all of Billy's family, friends and loved ones. While we did not know him personally one could tell he was passionate about racing. We continue to have you in our thoughts and prayers and heaven now has another angel! Jason and Laurie Shultz and the entire 2 crew.
Alicia 3:59 PM on September 5, 2007
Godspeed Billy..All of the Kimmel family and friends have been in our thoughts and prayers. We are very saddened to hear of the loss of a great racer.We did not know Billy personally, but have seen him race. He will always be remembered.
chris 3:46 PM on September 5, 2007
rest in peace billy, my prayers and deepest sympathy go out to the kimmel family and his loved ones...you will be remmembered
Carla 3:38 PM on September 5, 2007
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You have our deepest sympathy. We are crew members with Denny Gross #2. We didn't know Billy personally but saw him in passing at the track. When something like this happens, it gives us great sorrow, whether we knew him or not. God bless all of you!
Jay Reichard 3:34 PM on September 5, 2007
To all of us left behind, are sad to see Billy go. But as a racer i know his last moments on earth were pure peaceful behind the wheel of a sprint car. My prays go out to his family and everybody touch by his loss. Keep the hammer down billy, sure he's sideways in heaven spraying cloud dust on us all. GODSPEED
mindy clark 3:20 PM on September 5, 2007
i am so sorry for your loss, of billy may god bless your family. my thoughts and prayers are with his family,
Dale Ellenberger 3:06 PM on September 5, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with all of Billy Kimmel's family and friends. "Rest in peace Billy".
Jay Tutino 2:59 PM on September 5, 2007
I am deeply saddened by the death of Billy Kimmel, a true member of the PA POSSE. I understand that Billy towed his car in an open trailer, and really worked hard to live his dream. I believe that Billy is now meeting some old friends and past heros from Williams Grove. Hopefully, they had a new Sprint Car waiting for him to climb into with unlimited horsepower. I can imagine the smile on his face walking over to the # 47 while Mitch Smith hands him a helmet, handshake, and a smile. We will all meet each other again in the afterlife. NO REGRETS, Billy.:arrow: May your family's hearts be filled with Love and Peace during this time and in the future.
Keith Johnson 2:55 PM on September 5, 2007
Our prayers and thoughts are for the Kimmel family and friends. Rest in peace Billy and we are sure you will watch the races from above. Keith
Les Trimble 2:42 PM on September 5, 2007
I'm a race fan from Kentucky and though I've never seen Billy race I'm saddened for all the people he raced with and especially his family...all race fans throughout the country feel that hurt when a driver is taken away. God Bless the Kimmel family.
VERNON RACING 2:40 PM on September 5, 2007
OUR CONDOLENCES, AND PRAYERS ARE WITH BILLY, AND FAMILY.... MAY YOU REST IN PEACE..... VERNON RACING LESLIE # 27 LLOYD # 42 LEIGH ANN:)
MRM 2:39 PM on September 5, 2007
Billy rest in peace.We had our differences but when it comes down to it you were and are an amazing person... You have a girlfriend that loves you dearly and as your aware is mourning you very deeply..god bless you Billy and your family.. God bless Julie and let her get through this tragic and unfortunate event...RIP
Laura 2:18 PM on September 5, 2007
My condolences and heartfelt sympathy goes out of Billy's family. Billy - I hope you're giving Dale Sr. a run for his money :)
DANIEL GILL 2:18 PM on September 5, 2007
LAY TO REST AND YOU WILL BE REMEMBERED BY ALOT OF PEOPLE GOD BLESS
Jerry and Denise Bream 2:09 PM on September 5, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Billy's family and friends. I first met Billy when we worked on Mark's cars years ago. I am proud to have had him as a great friend and we will miss him very much. He was a very special person, the kind who always had a smile and would do anything for you. God must have needed a very special angel to have taken Billy so soon. I know he will be watching all the racing in the future and have the best seat in the house!!
Sherrie Gohn 2:01 PM on September 5, 2007
I would like to send my sympathy to the family and girlfriend of Billy. We did not know Billy, but my husband Daryl was killed at the Grove in 1988. My thoughts have been with you since I heard about the accident. It brings back some very difficult memories and my heart goes out to you all! Yes he died doing what he loves, (as everyone says to you), but it doesn't make the healing process any easier! My thoughts are with you all again!!!!
Kayla 1:58 PM on September 5, 2007
I am sorry for your loss God Bless Billy's family. My deepest sympathy.
snyder family 1:52 PM on September 5, 2007
God Bless Billy's family and friends. Never met him, we're just big racing fans. RIP Billy. Our deepest condolences
Amy 1:44 PM on September 5, 2007
I'm so sorry to hear of this tragic accident. My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone who is touched by this loss. I don't know Billy but I hate to hear of any loss in the racing community. May he R.I.P.
Lorri 12:53 PM on September 5, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Billy's family and Julie. May you find comfort knowing that the racing community is here supporting you! GLS #17 LLM Racing
Ed Kratzer 12:48 PM on September 5, 2007
Billy, Jesse and I love you. R.I.P. The Gasser... We were all so proud of you.
TXMOD 12:47 PM on September 5, 2007
Sorry to hear about this loss to the racing community. I'm sure he will be missed by all. RIP!
Jay Fauver 12:47 PM on September 5, 2007
My daughter and I only got to see Billy race a few times. We always wished him luck and rooted for Billy because he was the "little" guy getting it done on a small budget. We were there that fateful night to see Billy's last race. He was doing what he loved most, Good Hard Racing ... R.I.P. Hot Shoe ... You will always be a winner in our hearts ... Jay and Alisha Fauver
Richard 12:43 PM on September 5, 2007
Life deals us bad hands. This was a rotten deal. Sympathy goes out to family, freinds and fans. RIP Billy.
Mike Leone 12:40 PM on September 5, 2007
Sprint Car racing lost one of its own. Billy epitomized what Sprint Car racing is all about as he lived his dream to race 410 Sprint Cars against the best in the business. He was a hero to more people than I'm sure he ever realized. I'm sure right now he's totally blown away by the overwhelming support. Thoughts & prayers to the Kimmel family and everyone that was affected by this tragedy. He will be missed.
Aaron Kroll 12:11 PM on September 5, 2007
Rest in Peace Brother. Tear those tracks up in the sky.
Angie 12:09 PM on September 5, 2007
R I P Billy. My husband and I always cheer for the underdogs of the racing sport because they are the one that are truly in it for the sport of it and not to collect the big paycheck at the end to 25 laps. To the Kimmell Family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Matthew Andrews 12:07 PM on September 5, 2007
To the Kimmels, I am very sorry for your loss. Mark and Billy were best of friends growing up and being Marks twin I got to know Billy. He was a great guy and I am glad that I had the chance to hang out with him. He always had funny stories and off the wall things to say that cracked me up. He will be missed by all.
Brad Moore - Benton, Arkansas 12:07 PM on September 5, 2007
God bless Billy's family, friends and fans.
Yourg Family 11:59 AM on September 5, 2007
We are very sorry for your loss and your family is in our prayers. God Bless! The Yourg Family
Patti Albright 11:55 AM on September 5, 2007
Words can't begin to tell Billy's family how saddened we are. Judd will be leaving for Iraq and will not be able to attend the funeral but wanted me to pass on that in his heart he is there with you. You are all in our constant thoughts and prayers. With love. Patti, Judd and Ashly Albright
Brooke 11:51 AM on September 5, 2007
Rest in Peace Billy and have fun racing with fellow drivers in Heaven!
Jade Woodard 11:30 AM on September 5, 2007
I am soory to heard about Billy, all of you guys are in or thoughts and prayers.
John Tillison 11:29 AM on September 5, 2007
In honor of Billy, we will hang a flag at half mast beginning tomorrow ( 9/6) in front of the Roadway facility. The flag will bear his colors and number in his honor. On behalf of the 800 employees at Roadway, we extend our heart-felt condonlences to his family.
Brandon Willis 11:24 AM on September 5, 2007
Sorry to hear about Billy's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the friends and family. WILLIS RACING TEAM Beaumont, TX
phil ott 11:14 AM on September 5, 2007
r.i.p. billy your in good company with many fellow drivers. pott
Ken Sunday 11:04 AM on September 5, 2007
Billy was a great guy who was there to help out whenever it was needed. I am going to miss his smile and handshake every time we saw him at the track. Billy gave everything he had to his love of racing, to which I have the greatest respect for him. We miss you buddy, but you will always be with us in our thoughts and prayers.
Eli 11:01 AM on September 5, 2007
My condolences to the family and friends of Billy. R.I.P Billy.
Adriana 10:51 AM on September 5, 2007
Rest In Peace Billy.
Roger and Pat Fickett 10:48 AM on September 5, 2007
Everyone involved with the Fickett Racing Team want to extend our deepest sympathy to the Kimmel Family and Friends. We enjoyed watching Billy race at Williams Grove. Even though he was racing on a budget like we do, he did it in a very professional way and enjoyed racing for the fun of it. Take care and God Bless you all.
Dawn Scarbrough 10:33 AM on September 5, 2007
REST IN PEACE BILLY, ALTHOUGH I DID NOT KNOW HIM MY HEART GOES OUT TO HIS FAMILY AND Y'ALL ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS! ~MUCH LOVE
John Wickard 10:28 AM on September 5, 2007
Billy I wanted to say hi today I, I talked to Mark today and that was very hard, we both miss you so much buddy. I found a few pics of us from the # 34 1/2 days, And I will be giveing them to your parents! I hope you ran good last nite in the big race in the sky, Love you buddy ! John Wickard
Charlotte/ Florida 10:25 AM on September 5, 2007
My Heart goes out too the family...Too Billy...you are already missed so very much....but we all know your having fun with the rest of our drivers up there, so we will try to do the same..until we meet on the other side......
kelly 10:16 AM on September 5, 2007
my thoughts go out to the family and friends of Billy Kimmel
tracy 10:11 AM on September 5, 2007
im srry for your lost
Jessica Fabick 10:08 AM on September 5, 2007
Billy(Sparky) u r and will always will be the best thing that Julie could have ever asked 4. luv u
Eichelberger Racing 9:39 AM on September 5, 2007
All of the members of the Eichelberger Racing Team would like to pass on our condolences to the Kimmel family. Billy is an inspiration to all involved in the sport, as his life embodied the definition of a "racer". It was obvious that his participation in the sport he loved was due to dedicaton, hard work, and persistance... All the qualities of a winner! Eichelberger Racing #8 and #88 Dillsburg, PA
Jason Madore 8:59 AM on September 5, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to the friends and family of Billy.....he was a great driver and he will be very sadly missed.
Bill Batsche Jr 8:52 AM on September 5, 2007
Rest in peace. Bill Batsche Jr. #22 figure-8 Riverhead Raceway
Adam Epperson 8:42 AM on September 5, 2007
Sorry to hear about this loss of a great driver. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his friends and family. Adam and Tina Epperson DreamChaser Motorsports
Steve 8:14 AM on September 5, 2007
Our thoughts & prayers are with the Kimmel's and the other families involved in this time of sorrow. May God bless each and every one of you. Steve & Jennifer Inch-Selinsgrove Speedway
P. Brandt 8:06 AM on September 5, 2007
Rest in Peace Billy! My thoughts & prayers to Billy's family, freinds & loved ones.
Ernie 7:55 AM on September 5, 2007
Billy..it is people like you that make racing the sport that it is and the friendships never end. God Bless You and Your Family. RIP My Friend
Brent Borror 6:24 AM on September 5, 2007
yes i was wondering if it was alright if i came to the viewing and funeral. even through i didn't get to meet billy i still want to come. not to rush anything but me and my friends were wondering if u were making shirts because i am willing to get a shirt that says "In Loving Memory and never will be forgotten the # 47 of Billy the gas man Kimmel. just let me know on everything A.S.A.P. thanks for getting back to me and letting me know everything i really appreaite it.
Scott Moyer 5:32 AM on September 5, 2007
Rest In Peace Billy words can't describe my feelings at this time, condolences to the family friends, and Billy's Girlfriend, Respectfully Scott Moyer
dustin shehan 4:20 AM on September 5, 2007
i will be praying for bills soul and his family
Barry Blake 3:41 AM on September 5, 2007
I never met Billy but as a racer it is always sad to hear of the passing of a fellow racer.To his family and freinds please accept our condolances.Barry & Cynthia Blake.Perth Western Australia
KR RACING 2:28 AM on September 5, 2007
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR YOUR FAMILY
JD 2:20 AM on September 5, 2007
All of your family here in the Midwest and across the nation are saddened by your loss. Our thoughts and prayers for his family, friends, fans and all of the racing community at the Grove and elsewhere. We are short one race driver who's great heart provided many with the thought "what a great person" "I would like to be more like him". RIP Billy! JD
Ken 1:38 AM on September 5, 2007
Our thoughts & prayers are with Billy's family & friends. God Be With All!!
NUTHOUSE RACING 1:27 AM on September 5, 2007
Thoughts and prayers to the family.
mare sestilli 1:25 AM on September 5, 2007
Our deepest condolences & sympathy for Billy's family, friends & fans. Mare Sestilli New England Antique Racers - Recording Secretary/Board of Directors
Jeannie Butler, ButlerBuilt 12:53 AM on September 5, 2007
Our deepest condolences to the Kimmel Family and to the many friends and fans that Billy touched in such special ways. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Billy you will always be a Champion forever in our hearts. Godspeed
Kristie, Todd 12:07 AM on September 5, 2007
To the Kimmel Family, Julie & friends, may you find comfort in knowing that Bill is in a better place. You all are in our thoughts & prayers....God bless.... & R I P Billy
Haas Racing 12:02 AM on September 5, 2007
We extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends. Our prayers are with you. To Billy, RIP (but let the mud fly doin it!)
Jason Bloxsidge 11:44 PM on September 4, 2007
Huge loss for sprintcar racing, very sad to see another driver needed in heaven. for the great race. RIP and my thoughts are with the family 57 Sprintcar Australia
Jan 11:44 PM on September 4, 2007
We are very sad to hear about the passing of such a young and dedicated racer. We never had the opportunity to meet Billy, however we want to extend our deepest sympathy to all of his family, Julie, and all of his friends in this time of sorrow.
Todd Srock 11:24 PM on September 4, 2007
Very big loss he was great to watch and a pleasure to meet he will be missed Duane Marriott 11:09 PM on September 4, 2007
When I got the news I was terribly saddened that another great racer was needed in Heaven. Please know my families thoughts and prayers are with you all in this hard time. #18 microsprint
Derek Latshaw 11:04 PM on September 4, 2007
One night earlier this summer I was lucky enough to walk out in the parking lot and see the #47 on an open trailer parked next to my car. As a spectator, I never met you, but you embodied all that is good about grassroots motorsports. We lost a great racer and a better person, we gained a legend and a hero. We were truly fortunate as race fans. My deepest condolences belong to all Billy's family and friends, Farewell & Godspeed Billy
Marchelle 11:02 PM on September 4, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends. May you rest in peace.
judy andy calvin andrew 10:53 PM on September 4, 2007
Rest in peace We watched you race on Sunday
John Wickard 10:52 PM on September 4, 2007
Billy I am gonna try to write to you everyday! I know you can hear me, I thought about you all day! All the good times we had and even some bad, but with that said I always knew I could count on you to give me a hand if I ever needed it! And I would do the same for you! I miss you and I hope the # 47 is working good tonite for you in the big race in the sky! Your friend forever John Wickard
Red Neck Racing 10:38 PM on September 4, 2007
We did not know Billy, but we do know how hard it is to watch your loved ones on the track each week. My husband, sons, daughters and friends all race each week at Trailways. Its a worse nightmare come true. Our prayers are with the family to give them the strenght to make it through. Any race car driver will tell you its in their blood and they can't wait to get on the tracks, and knowing that he passed while doing something he truly loved to do will be a memory. Our prayers are with you all. The Alban family.
Brandon Wenger 10:33 PM on September 4, 2007
I only knew Bill through watching him at the grove but i knew Julie and I feel like I lost my best friend on Sunday, RIP Bill
Kolton 10:28 PM on September 4, 2007
Thoughts and pyers are with the family,Friends
George Prosser 10:17 PM on September 4, 2007
RIP Billy....our condolences to everyone, from all of us here at Prosser racing....life is always too short
Jeff Catlin 10:15 PM on September 4, 2007
Makes it tough being a race fan in times like these but thank you for being a part of the Show! We all appreciated you being out there and you will be missed. My thoughts are with your friends and family. Race in Peace!
Russ 10:07 PM on September 4, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Kimmel family. Although we may race at different tracks and compete in different divisions, the racing community has taken a great lose to its family.
Kyle Hill 10:06 PM on September 4, 2007
Thoughts and prayers are with Billies family, friends, and Julie. Rest in Peace Billy P.S. One more shirt is on the way to help fill your collection
Paul Ingram 10:05 PM on September 4, 2007
You will never be forgotten.
Dillon 10:03 PM on September 4, 2007
A few years ago my buddy Ronald was killed at East Bay. For a short time I hated the sport I grew up with. In time I remembered the danger and the passion are equal parts of what makes sprint car drivers my heroes. Billy Kimmel was and always will be a hero. My prayers are with all who love him.
dan iseminger 9:57 PM on September 4, 2007
was at race sunday, got to see billy in the pits doing what looked liked he loved doing working on his car. my thoghts and prayers go out to family and friends of billy
Bill 9:53 PM on September 4, 2007
I'm sitting here watching "DALE". Not a big race fan but, saw the article about Billy today in a newspaper and had to extend my sympathy to his family. The same pain I see in this movie is indeed shared by Billy's family. God, let him rest in peace.
Rachael Miller 9:51 PM on September 4, 2007
I got the opportunity to know Bill, and comparable to most, he was truely one of a kind. He always knew what to say, to make my day a little better, he was the most giving, honest, trustworthy person I have ever met. I will miss him greatly. I grieve for his family, and Julie, we can't bring Bill back, but we remember him forever, .... p.s. Hey Bill, Thanks for the win Buddy!
Eddie 9:44 PM on September 4, 2007
My prayers as well as my friends' from URC go out to you and your family.
Sharon Fry 9:42 PM on September 4, 2007
To Jean and her family - my heart aches knowing the pain you must be feeling - may you find comfort in knowing that Billy chose and loved to race and few are brave enough to follow their dreams! Jean, may all the help and support you provide to others return to you at this sad time ten fold. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours to give you strength to cope in your time of need.
ROB 9:37 PM on September 4, 2007
TO THE FAMILY, JULIE, AND FRIENDS. OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY. WE DID NOT KNOW BILLY, HOWEVER WE DID ADMIRE HIS DETERMINATION!!! AND SACRAFICES. TRUELY A SAD DAY FOR THE SPRINT CAR COMMUNITY!! REST IN PEACE,
Andrea Orbach 9:33 PM on September 4, 2007
My prayers and deepest sympathy to all of the Kimmel family and friends. Billy will be greatly missed in the racing family.
Connie 9:32 PM on September 4, 2007
Our sincere sympathy goes out to the Kimmel family, Julie and friends of Billy. He was a nice young man. He will be missed by many people who's lives he touched. It was very shocking news we received from our son Dustin, who has worked on Billy's cars, of this tragic accident. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace.
crewchief9z 9:30 PM on September 4, 2007
R.I.P. Billy
Kelly, Chrystal and Cora click 9:27 PM on September 4, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless. R.I.P Billy
Joe Snyder 9:27 PM on September 4, 2007
May you rest in peace. My condolences to your family and friends.
Daniel LaFrance, Daytona Beach, Florida 9:22 PM on September 4, 2007
I never got the opportuntiy to see Billy race this past year but see that he was another up and coming driver that was getting experince and going to be a threat to the regulars up front...I pray and hope Billy new Jesus Christ as his personnal saviour and is in Heaven not suffering from this worlds pain, sorrow, and hurt and I encourage anyone that is not sure of their destiny, to search it out if, God forbid, something tragically similar to what happened to Billy happened to you. I just wish he could have been here with us longer. We may not know why God giveth and taketh but do know that nothing happens without a reason and we have to accept that we have one less friend. Rest In Peace Billy. My thoughts and prayers are with all the families, friends, and fans.
SUE SCHRUM 9:22 PM on September 4, 2007
RIP Billy. My son and fiance' were among the crew that helped in the accident. We have been pushing and helping for many years and have grown to like watching as the car moved through the track. Our deepest heartfelt sympathy go to the family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Wayne Dutterer, Sue & Brandin Schrum
Locke Racing 9:16 PM on September 4, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go to billys family friends and fans, his passion for racing set an example for the rest of us
Russell Miller 9:11 PM on September 4, 2007
RIP Billy.....I am sure you are racing in another place now....I was just another witness in the stands sunday night....and I will never forget what I saw. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family!
Wide open motorsports 15 9:09 PM on September 4, 2007
we send our condolences to your family and friends, you will be held in our thoughts and prayers, Garrett Wampler and Daryl Gemmill
dave, amber and witmer's 9:06 PM on September 4, 2007
we will miss you bill, good times! our thoughts and prayers to bob and family. ill always remember the big ol dodge and his awesome positive attitude, he was always nice and fun when we hung out. good times are never forgotten! RIP buddy
Young Motorsports 17n 8:59 PM on September 4, 2007
To the Kimmel family and friends: From our hearts, please accept our deepest and sincere condolences on the loss of your son and our friend. We will miss him deeply
Lubie 434 8:59 PM on September 4, 2007
Sorry for your loss you are in our prayers. It would be nice to see something positive come out of this. like a Billy Kimmel Schlorship for Race car engineering . As a Race car owner and Fan,I think I feel the same way as a lot of other, this can not go with out some kind of Positive outcome on the racing community.
steve huggins 8:41 PM on September 4, 2007
I do not know if i ever spoke to billy, once i read the open tailer post i know how much satisfaction he had everytime he passed a car, i know being small can bring much happiness, passing one more car that last lap may have been the plan, but billy will not have try to pass another. he has the biggest hauler in the pits now. god bless
Erik George 8:36 PM on September 4, 2007
may god bless from the staff at Butler Speedway in Quincy Michigan
Coopers and Rowes 8:36 PM on September 4, 2007
Dreams do come true. billy's dream was to race, and race he did, with all his heart. To his dad, mom, brother, grampa, mam, family, and team members, the horrific tragedy became reality far too soon. We will always love you and remember you Bill-Bill for the "Special Person" that you were. We send our deepest sympathy to all that have been affected with Billy's passing. Sadly missed by all !
Sott Gobrecht 8:34 PM on September 4, 2007
My family's prayers are with yours. R.I.P.
Mike Zortman 8:31 PM on September 4, 2007
God always seems to take the good ones home to be with him, leaving us with just memories. Those memories will last forever. Thanks for the laughs and your great sense of humor. You'll live live forever in our hearts. Thanks for everything... Sincerely, The Zortmans
Renny Bretz 8:10 PM on September 4, 2007
I am so sorry for your very tragic loss. he will be in my prayers and missed very much. a die hard sprint car fan----
Brian Erb 7:46 PM on September 4, 2007
Bill was always one of my favorite people to be around. He will be missed.
Amanda Judy 7:46 PM on September 4, 2007
I met Bill along time ago when he was dating my cousin Lorrie. I just can't believe that he is gone. My heart and my prayers go out to his family and friends.
joe becker 7:41 PM on September 4, 2007
i am pace car driver at the grove and one night billy walkedup and asked if i would like a t shirt he just received that day did not know him before that but we gecame very good friends he always stopped to talk even just say hello
Ethan Diffenderfer 7:38 PM on September 4, 2007
Hellow I just wanted to say im so sorry for what happend to Billy because from the 5min i talked to i said to my self men hes realy cool and i can see myself comeing to the grove to watch him race and talk to him more to see whats its like to drive a 410 sprint and i was hoping to get some pointers on driving but he will be in my thoughts and prayers
Mike Chambers 7:34 PM on September 4, 2007
Our hearts go out to the Kimmel family at this difficult time. Godspeed Billy.
Roger Lewis Racing 7:27 PM on September 4, 2007
god speed Billy
Nick Knable 7:23 PM on September 4, 2007
I too want to express my deepest sympathy to the entire Billy Kimmel family and racing team. I dont ever remember watching Billy race but im sure he along with every other driver was a real pleasure to watch. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all, and may God give you peace during this time of sorrow.
shawn stidfole 7:15 PM on September 4, 2007
my heart and prayers go out to billy and crew and family and friends.race in peace
gerald wolf 7:11 PM on September 4, 2007
my heart and prayers go out to billy and family. god bless each and every one of the family and freinds
Chad Hough (Hough Racing) 7:10 PM on September 4, 2007
I have never had the opportunity to meet Mr. Kimmel, but Billy seems like a very special breed. Someone who races against all odds. As a racer myself on a low budget I can't help myself but to smile when I saw Billy running with the big dogs... Our thoughts and prayers our with all the Kimmel family, and friends
Chad Trout Racing 7:06 PM on September 4, 2007
Although we did not know Billy that well, he still waived and said hello whenever we saw him in the pit area. We will always remember seeing him at Pancho's. He will truly be missed at the track. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and to Julie. Chad, Jessi and the entire 7c team
mike yeaple 7:04 PM on September 4, 2007
my thoughts and prayers are with the kimmel family. i am a offical at lincoln and ssp and i met billy at ssp. i liked to see him pull in with and open trailer and run with the best of them and had fun doing it. race on billy.
Bob Williams 6:45 PM on September 4, 2007
No words can describe the terrible sadness that I'm feeling right now. Billy was a great friend who would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it. I've known Bill for so many years now and it breaks my heart that we'll never get to speak again. I'm going to miss you Bud, may you rest in peace.
pap george 6:29 PM on September 4, 2007
may there be racing in heaven and god is waving the checkered flag just for billy
Michael Bush 6:25 PM on September 4, 2007
I want to give the Kimmel family my deepest condolences, As I did not know Billy I have a dream as well and thats to race in the NY CRSA 305 series and i put a car together with help from dad and friends . Billy will be missed through out the racing community, My prayers to you, God Bless
jay mullin 6:12 PM on September 4, 2007
prayers and deepest sympathy from my family to the Kimmel family. I can't say I knew Billy or ever saw him race, but trying to run a 410 sprint in PA. takes an awful lot of courage! My the presence of God be with you & yours in this trying time.
Dale Emlet 6:02 PM on September 4, 2007
I am an avid sprint car fan and have been all my life. I respect and revere all the drivers who grace the dirt tracks of central Pa. To strap into to those powerful machines takes a special breed of man or woman. I extend my deepest sympathies to the Kimmel family and I hope you find comfort in knowing that Billy's turning laps around the best track of them all now. He is deeply missed. God Bless
Mark Bowser 6:01 PM on September 4, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family with such a tragic loss to the racing community.You will be missed at each and every sprint car race from now to eternity. The #47 will always be in our hearts and minds at every race at the Grove.
heath gilliland 5:49 PM on September 4, 2007
my thoughts are with you and your family, you will be missed my friend in racing
Mike and Robin Gobrecht 5:42 PM on September 4, 2007
Our thoughts and Prayers go out to the entire Kimmel Family.
anspach family 5:41 PM on September 4, 2007
we will miss u billy
Monica 5:27 PM on September 4, 2007
Your are in my prayers along with your friends and family. RIP
Donna, Gresham, OR aka 24donut 5:27 PM on September 4, 2007
I had a typo in my first message....I meant to say that I did not know Billy....as I'm from the West Coast....but once again...........I'm so sorry for your loss! RIP Billy!
Alisha 5:25 PM on September 4, 2007
My prayers our with the family and friends. Rest in peace billy.
Donna, Gresham, OR aka 24donut 5:25 PM on September 4, 2007
I did know Billy as I'm from the West Coast racing family....but I'm so sorry to hear about your loss! My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends! It sounds like the racing community has lost another great one.
ecls racing 5:24 PM on September 4, 2007
sorry, to hear of your tragedy,remember, if we never meet again this side of heaven we will meet you in the beautiful sky,ecls racing god bless
Bob Bare 5:19 PM on September 4, 2007
We are praying for family & friends of Bill at this time of heartache. God bless you all.
Jordan Krell 5:14 PM on September 4, 2007
Hi, My deepest condolences to all of Bill's family and friends. I never Bill from what I have heard he was a great man, and was a racer's racer. Out there with an open trailer and a pickup. Reminds me very much of the crew that I am on. Best wishes. Jordan M. Krell Plankinton, SD
Jett Conrad 5:06 PM on September 4, 2007
Best wish's to Bill's Family. I know their's nothing I can say, But He was a good person. Best to all, from the Conrad Family
Ann Corey 5:04 PM on September 4, 2007
May you rest in Peace. My condolences to his family and friends. He will be missed.
DJ Johnson 5:00 PM on September 4, 2007
Billy, may you rest in peace. Our condolences to your family and friends.
Melvin Monismith 4:58 PM on September 4, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the Kimmel family and friends. May God be with you in these troubled times. All of you are in my prayers.
Patrick 4:56 PM on September 4, 2007
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on Billy's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends. Patrick Lloyd High Point,NC
Nate Y. 4:55 PM on September 4, 2007
Thoughts and Prayers to the Kimmel Family and Friends.
The Burch Family 4:48 PM on September 4, 2007
Please know that your family and friends are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless Mark, Mari, Parker and Sailor Burch
Shelly Leidig 4:28 PM on September 4, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Kimmel Family at this sad time. The Leidig Family
Chris Johnson Racing 4:25 PM on September 4, 2007
Thoughts and prayers from SE Wisconsin
Kirk Dewease 4:23 PM on September 4, 2007
Sorry for your loss. Billy truely was a nice guy to talk to. My prayers are with your family.
jordan ely 4:15 PM on September 4, 2007
dear kimmel family i am really sorry about your lost my familys thoughts and prayers are out with you
Eric Gano 4:12 PM on September 4, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Kimmel Family. The Gano Family. Columbus. Ga.
Matt Moran 4:10 PM on September 4, 2007
my prayers are with your family and we will miss Bill
Dan Getz Sr 3:55 PM on September 4, 2007
From my Personal Family and My Racing Family (#25 Super Sportsman - Bobby Hockenberry)to your Family.God Speed Brother.You will be missed.
John George 3:49 PM on September 4, 2007
My prayers go out to the family and friends of Billy. As a former racer I know the risks are always there but I loved racing as I know Billy must have. Might God be with you all.
Bob Herman 3:45 PM on September 4, 2007
May a true racer rest in peace.
SAM 3:44 PM on September 4, 2007
My thoughts and prayers got out to the Kimmel family and everyone affected by this great lose. rest in peace. GOD BLESS
sherri 3:38 PM on September 4, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are are with family and friends
kristen 3:32 PM on September 4, 2007
sorry to hear about the lose... my thoughts go out to the family... rest in peace
Robin 3:27 PM on September 4, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with Billy's family and friends.
Tom Keim 3:20 PM on September 4, 2007
I am saddened to hear of the loss of this racer. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless Billy.
jeff martz 3:12 PM on September 4, 2007
Hello; I am so sorry on what happened sunday i dont know where to beging is all i could say is i am sorry to his famliy; friends; team; and REST IN PEACE Billy ; bye jeff
Scott Bennett 3:10 PM on September 4, 2007
Race in Peace.
Shelly Banks 2:57 PM on September 4, 2007
WOW.... i was there that fatal night and its all over the news now and i still can't believe that i was there to witness that horrible accident. I have bill and his family in my prayers and hope i dont have to witness anythng like that again in my life !!!! Gods speed Billy
Tabbi and family 2:57 PM on September 4, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Kimmel family. May you find comfort thru the many prayers being said for your family.
bonnie toper 2:40 PM on September 4, 2007
I WOULD LIKE TO GIVE MY THOUGHT AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY OF BILLY KIMMEL .HE WAS DOING WHAT HE LOVE TO DO .GOD BLESS U ALL .
D.C. 2:38 PM on September 4, 2007
My thoughts and prayers with family and friends. D.C.
Kuri 2:31 PM on September 4, 2007
So sorry for your God bless
Toni Kovacs 2:25 PM on September 4, 2007
It has saddened me to hear this news. I met Billy when he was around 12 years old, when he used to go over to Mark Coldren's house to help work on the microsprint. Though I haven't seen him in about 10 years, I had heard through the grapevine how well he was doing racing. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones.
Phil Long 2:24 PM on September 4, 2007
One Just needs to read all the posts to know the racing community comes to gether for support in times like these.Please take time to support your fellow racers ad friends of this sport when ever you can as life is too short and you never know when God will need you more.God Speed to the Kimmel Family and Julie.A true fan of the sport will be missed!
Wayne Castro 2:23 PM on September 4, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with Billy his family and fans.
allentown98 2:22 PM on September 4, 2007
There is nothing anyone can say to diminish the pain right now I know that. However know that my son and I are praying for the family and friends and that our thoughts are with his family and his girlfriend Julie. Billy was such a sweet young man we got to talk to him when he was parked next to us in the pits on a few occasions. RIP Billy... You will be missed greatly.
Roy Leiby 2:12 PM on September 4, 2007
From one racing family to another, our thoughts and prayers are with the whole Kimmel family and friends. Bill and the #47 will be greatly missed. God bless you.
David Langford 2:10 PM on September 4, 2007
GOD bless the family of MR. Kimmel from Langford Motorsports. WE will kept the family of MR. Kimmel in our prayers. GOD BLESS and R.I.P
Bates Racing 29 2:04 PM on September 4, 2007
thoughts and prayers to the kimmel family . from a Louisiana Racer.
Path Valley Speedway 1:52 PM on September 4, 2007
Thoughts and prayers go out to the Kimmel Family & Friends and girlfriend Julie.
Renee 1:46 PM on September 4, 2007
:( As a racing mom it's hard to hear of another family's loss! My thoughts are with you during this tragic time.
Marty Swigart 1:38 PM on September 4, 2007
Thoughts & prayers go out to your family...RIP buddy....Back it in deep behind the pearly Gates in Hewaven... marty Swigart
Allen 1:32 PM on September 4, 2007
As bad as death is, living life to the fullest is the greatest! Peace for the family, from a Mississippi Racer!
Rob 1:32 PM on September 4, 2007
My condolences to family and friends of Mr. Kimmel.
Duane Clark 1:32 PM on September 4, 2007
I do not know what to sat except that I, along with everyone else in the sprint car community, am deeply saddened by the loss of Billy Kimmel. I did not know Billy personally but I admired him for his drive to be a great sprint car driver. The one thing that I will remember was earlier this year during the first outlaw shows when Billy damaged his car during hot laps causing damage to the Front Axle. My son and I watched Billy and his crew change the front axle in about 15-20 minutes in time to get him out for time trials. I'll never forget the sight of him walking through the pits carrying the new front axle back to his car so that he could get his car fixed. Sprint car racing needs more Billy Kimmels. The world needs more Billy Kimmels. Rest in peace, you will be missed.
Karen Prosser DeFrain 1:15 PM on September 4, 2007
My heart and soul are with your family and friends. I know it was what you loved to do....God must have needed a loving, caring dirt tracker in heaven....see you some day there! Rest in peace and know we will be with your family and friends to try to help them through.
KAREN 1:06 PM on September 4, 2007
I DID NOT KNOW BILLY BUT I AM TOLD HE WAS A GREAT DOWN TO EARTH GUY. MY SYMPATHY IS EXTENDED TO HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS AND PLEASE LET THE YORK COUNTY RACING CLUB KNOW IF THERE IS ANYTHING WE CAN DO FOR YOU. GOD BLESS
Dave Heit 1:03 PM on September 4, 2007
I am a long time sprint car fan from North Dakota. I wish to give you my condolances in the loss of Billy. May God be with you in this time of grief.
Stephen 12:38 PM on September 4, 2007
My thoughts and prayer are with everyone involved in Billy's life. I had the pleasure of meeting him last year and he will be greatly missed
curt 12:36 PM on September 4, 2007
I am very sorry about the loss of Billy. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dave 12:32 PM on September 4, 2007
God Rest you, racer
Angela 12:30 PM on September 4, 2007
I met Bill through a friend, great guy. My prayers go out to the family, friends, and loved ones.
Mark Andrews 12:26 PM on September 4, 2007
Dear Bill, Its been 20 years since we met on the playground at school in second grade. Through those years we have had our ups and downs but always remained friends, best friends. We share so many memories together, that most people don't know about, that I have trouble remembering all of them. All our burnouts and jumping cars just like The Dukes of Hazard. Its hard to believe that you are not here with us today. Our memories will go on about all the fun we all had together. It still makes me laugh at the things we did and the things we got away with. I will miss talking to you and listening to you about anything and everything. I miss you Bill. Your Friend for life, Mark Andrews
Baker Racing 21J late model 12:21 PM on September 4, 2007
thoughts and prayers to the kimmel family and friends. R.I.P.
HOWIE 12:18 PM on September 4, 2007
MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU IN THE LOST OF BILLY. I HOPE YOU ALL GET THOUGH THIS SAD AND DIFFICULT TIME. THE MOTORSPORTS COMMUNITY ARE ALL MOURNING IN THIS TRAGIC ACCIDENT. GOD BLESS. HOWIE
danielle 12:14 PM on September 4, 2007
We'll miss you so much Bill. I'm so sorry Julie. It's so hard to drive by that shop everyday and think how things used to be.
Denny Gross (Motorsports) 12:01 PM on September 4, 2007
Our deepest sympathy is extended to the Kimmel family, friends, and Julie. Bill and I had a casual friendship. Upon meeting him, you were immediately drawn by his unpretentious warmth and friendliness. In another moment you became aware of his passion, drive, and ambition for the sport he absolutely loved. He was the epitome of a racer that raced simply for the love of it. I can relate. I guess that is why we never once passed each other without stopping to chat and catch up on what each other was doing. He was a person that one was compelled to like. Rest in peace. Denny Gross Motorsports #2 Team
Scott, Heather, Madelyn Beck 11:53 AM on September 4, 2007
You will be greatly missed Billy. We will make sure that scooter (Madelyn) knows all about her Uncle Bill. You and Julie were a big part of her life. Julie and your family will miss you dearly but we will keep your memory alive.
Catoctin Motorsports 11:53 AM on September 4, 2007
To all of Billy's Family, we give our deepest sympathy. There are no adequate words for comfort at this time. Just know you are in our prayers.
Clouser's 11:43 AM on September 4, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to Billy's Family and Friends. You will be missed. R. I. P.
Robert Hancock 11:41 AM on September 4, 2007
HOTSHOE.....We have been friends for years. Everyone will still think of you when they cross the gate at the grove. Our prayers will be with the family and everyone who had a chance to meet him. Beer hill will never be the same. GODSPEED, Now you have a golden track to race on, give them a good run. Please send me a email with info.
harry 11:38 AM on September 4, 2007
our prayers are with you all may god comfort you in these tough times
Randy Rhoads 69r 11:36 AM on September 4, 2007
I will miss you, friend. I will remember you, Billy.
Janis Herring 11:34 AM on September 4, 2007
I am so sorry to learn of Billy's untimely death..what a shock to find out that a great young racer is gone. There are no words to express the dearest sympathy and prayers extended to not only to his personal family but to his racing family as well. Rest in Peace and may God Bless
Tim Hughes 11:23 AM on September 4, 2007
R.I.P. Billy. My deepest sympathy to your family and friends. God Speed.
Scott Fisher 11:17 AM on September 4, 2007
So sorry to learn of this tragedy. on the bright side, if there is one. He was doing what he loved the most. Sincerest condolences to your family & friends. He is part of a fraternity that nothing else can equal in love & compassion.
Cliff 11:12 AM on September 4, 2007
Our prayers are with you in this time of sorrow, and may God let Billy rest in peace. and may God give you the strength and courage to get through this great sorrow.
Seigfried Family 11:12 AM on September 4, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to the Kimmel family and to Billy's girlfriend. Racing is an awesome sport until tragedy happens. May god bless all of you and may you enjoy all your memories!
colton 11:07 AM on September 4, 2007
R.I.P bill.....u will be truly missed..the kimmel family are in our thoughts and prayers....
Bill 10:59 AM on September 4, 2007
To the Kimmel family, & friends, With tearful eyes we watched you, and saw you pass away, although we loved you dearly,we could not make you stay, A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest, God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best.
Patty 10:45 AM on September 4, 2007
My deepest sympathy to Billy's family and friends. Such a terrible tragedy. My wish for those who loved Billy is that they will find peace and comfort someday very soon. You are all in my prayers.
Brian Pokorny 10:44 AM on September 4, 2007
R.I.P. Billy
Smith Racing - RAACE Foundation 10:43 AM on September 4, 2007
Our deepest sympathy, thought and prayers are with you.
Dallas Quick 10:42 AM on September 4, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, my words cannot express the sadness I feel with the loss of such a fine young man and driver, may God bless you all.
Chris Sylvester 10:38 AM on September 4, 2007
A tragic loss, I first saw him run at a couple years ago at a 305 race.....he was pretty smooth on the track, now he is with god doing the great slide job in the sky....Rest in peace friend....you will be missed
Vincent and Rohrbaugh Racing 10:35 AM on September 4, 2007
The familie's and friend's of Billy are in our prayer's during this sad time.Sending our love and prayer's.Sincerely. 7v race team
John Sheaffer - "1080" 10:25 AM on September 4, 2007
God Speed Billy. Prayers to the family, friends, and fans. kershner racing hagerstown,MD 10:25 AM on September 4, 2007
sorry for your loss your family will be in our prayers we just race mini stocks but any racer is a member of our extended family god bless mike
John 10:20 AM on September 4, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss! It really breaks our heart dearly to hear this horrible news.
bill hamilton 10:15 AM on September 4, 2007
so sorry for your lose bin a sprint fan for over 20 years and when somthing like this hits home you really feel sorrow i will be praying for your entier family god be with you all big fan
RUSTY GARDNER 10:15 AM on September 4, 2007
I WAS THERE SUNDAY NIGHT. I AM PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY & FRIENDS, GOD BLESS, MY HEART IS HEAVY TODAY.
John 10:13 AM on September 4, 2007
Thoughts and prayers are with the kimmel family.
Terry 9:58 AM on September 4, 2007
from one racing family to another,the Kimmel family will be in our thoughts and prayers.GODS SPEED BILLY
*FUO*-*SKINMAN* 9:49 AM on September 4, 2007
R.I.P Billy . you will be missed . Thoughts and Prayer's go's out to all the Kimmel Family . God Bless *FUO*-*SKINMAN* rest of FUO staffing / member
Wings Unlimited 9:44 AM on September 4, 2007
Billy was a very dear friend to us. Anyone who knew Billy knew he put his heart into everything he did in life. He was always your biggest supporter and was always there to lend you a hand. Billy loved to race and he passed away doing what made him happy. To Billy's mom and dad, julie, and the team, words can not describe what you are going through, but know we are all here to help you through this time and to greive with you. If you need anything please call. Billy will truely be missed. Bryan and Meghan
Socks Racing 9:36 AM on September 4, 2007
Billy belonged to one of the greatest extended families anyone could ask for... There is not a greater network of guys doing what they love week in and week out, hanging it out there knowing the risks everytime they step on the track, yet they do it without hesitation for all to enjoy. This sport has truly lost someone special. Our thoughts and prayers with your family, friends in this difficult time. God Bless. Socks Racing - Hagerstown, MD
michelle jordan 9:31 AM on September 4, 2007
Since the race on sunday Billy has been in my thoughts everyday. As one of the family members of the 2J 358, I wanted to send along my love, prayers of peace and my deepest sympathies.
Guy Bellerose 9:27 AM on September 4, 2007
When we got to watch your races we really liked to cheer for you. Thank you for all the wondeful race memories you have given us. To your family, thank you for sharing Billy with us.
Dustin Steele 9:25 AM on September 4, 2007
To the Kimmel family - I know that he was doing what he loved to do. Billy will be missed... RIP Billy. Thoughts and prayers are with everyone that knew him.
Ronald McLaud 9:20 AM on September 4, 2007
To the Kimmel family friends &crew please except our condolences on the passing of Mr Kimmel.I personally never met the man but from what I have read he is was a true insperation to the sport and what it is all about.God bless he will never be forgotten Ron McLaud (Genesee County Speedway) Rochester New York
Patti Reisser 9:19 AM on September 4, 2007
RIP Billy RIP
Loren Carman 9:17 AM on September 4, 2007
Offering deepest sympathy to the entire family. I'll miss photographing Billy in Turn 3.
Erin 9:10 AM on September 4, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to Kimmel family, friends, and crew. I didn't know Billy, but am a big sprint fan. RIP Billy Kimmel!
Rich E. 9:04 AM on September 4, 2007
Godspeed Billy. To his friends and family members, hang tight, cherish the memories of time spent with Billy and lean on each other for support.
Tim Beck 9:00 AM on September 4, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the Kimmel Family and Race Team
Linda and Bobby Shuffler 8:58 AM on September 4, 2007
To the family of Bill, my husband and I offer our deapest sympathy for your loss. We sat at the race Friday night will Bills mom and had such a great time listening to the excitement in her voice about how proud she was of her son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
ashley 8:57 AM on September 4, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the kimmel family and friends. Billy was a great guy and a good racer and he will be missed. This is the one bad thing about racing..but thats why i look up to all race car drivers bc there doin what they love and they get in that car never knowing what is to come..always remember he was doing what he loved to do! R.I.P. billy..we miss you and we will always remember you and the joy you brought us at the tracks...thankyou!
Ben Miller 8:55 AM on September 4, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Kimmel family and racing team. God bless you from our family to yours.
Bud Baldwin Elmira, NY 8:55 AM on September 4, 2007
" Only The Good Die Young" God Bless!!! :(
Marc Keller 8:54 AM on September 4, 2007
My thoughts are with Billy; and His family and those lucky enough to have known Him. Thoughts and much prayer from North Baltimore, Oh.
Julie H. 8:51 AM on September 4, 2007
Thoughts and prayers from Michigan.
Robert hancock 8:48 AM on September 4, 2007
You will be missed down here. Hope they have sprints up there...
Greg Robertson 8:45 AM on September 4, 2007
God Bless you . Billy was a great man. our condolenes From Iowa
Brian Arnold 8:39 AM on September 4, 2007
I had the pleasure of meeting Billy a few years ago when I got involved with Coldren Motorsports. He was a very dedicated individual with the love for dirt track racing, whether it was in the pits, on the track, or at the shop. We had some good laughs over the years and he would always comment on how sharp the "07" looked when it was on the track. He was a true gentleman with a passion to race and I always stopped by to say hi when I saw him in the pits. My condolences and prayers go out to the Kimmel family, his girlfriend, and friends.
SelinsgroveSpeedway.com 8:36 AM on September 4, 2007
The staff of SelinsgroveSpeedway.com extends it's condolences to the entire Kimmel family and race team
Warfield Boyz Racing 8:31 AM on September 4, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Kimmel Family... God bless you
Brent Sponseller 8:30 AM on September 4, 2007
My prayers and thoughts are with all Billy's loved ones - family and friends. It was always a pleasure to be around him, and I enjoyed the times I was able to photograph and videotape him in action at the tracks. Yes, we all know the danger is always there and none more so than the drivers themselves. It is still such a heartfelt loss when the sport claims the life of one who truly loved racing and loved people. May Billy's memory serve to inspire others to race for the love of the sport, not for the fame or glory. He will be missed by all who knew him. May he rest eternally in the love of Christ, and may God be with his family and loved ones through this heartbreaking time.
Stew 8:28 AM on September 4, 2007
Thoughts & Prayers to the Kimmel family & friends . R.I.P. Bill , WE MISS YOU !
Kerrie Miller 8:26 AM on September 4, 2007
I went to school with Bill, He was such a great guy. I remember him always talking about the speedways. The Kimmel family will be in our prayers. GOD BLESS
Clay's Service Center 8:26 AM on September 4, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Billy's family and friends. God Speed.
Dave Kohler 8:20 AM on September 4, 2007
Deepest sympathies to the Kimmel family, friends, fans and fellow competitors of Billy Kimmel. I was at the Grove on Friday (8-31) for only the second time ever and I saw the Kimmel car on the open trailer pulled by the white pick-up truck. It was parked amongst all of the big haulers and expensive cars and I thought good for the little guy going against the giants and doing what he loves. Billy finished a strong second in his heat and I thought all right chalk one up for the little guy. Sadly, this is the ugly side of a sport we all love so much but we cannot and should not let Billy Kimmel's name be forgotten, the fact he concurred for the little guy or his death be in vain. R.I.P. Billy and Thanks for being a giant for the little guy!
Eric Miller 8:12 AM on September 4, 2007
R.I.P. BILLY , GOD SPEED ,MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
Lonnie Baker 7:59 AM on September 4, 2007
My family's prayers are with yours. God Bless.
Terry Urbon 7:57 AM on September 4, 2007
In the decades since going to races with my fathers cars at Gold Mine Speedway I have never gotten used to the tragedy of losing a driver. Our thoughts and prayers are with Billy's family and friends at this difficult time. Although it does not ease the pain, he is in a better place waiting for all of us.
Ed Savage 7:56 AM on September 4, 2007
thoughts and prayers to family and friends
chuck dell 7:48 AM on September 4, 2007
my thoughts and prayers are with u all at this horrible gob bless u all and Billy will never be forgottonHe was a great racer and a even bigger person and friend
the 97 team 7:42 AM on September 4, 2007
rest in peace Billy
Todd H. 7:40 AM on September 4, 2007
to the Kimmels , My thoughts are with you in this time of tradegy, always remember billy went out doing what he loved. keep your head high and be proud of him.
Paula Koenig 7:24 AM on September 4, 2007
Billy, you were a great friend and it was a pleasure knowing you! GOD SPEED, my friend! To Julie & Billy's parents, you have my number in case you need anything at all. Please don't be afraid to call anytime of day or night. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless!
Frank 7:19 AM on September 4, 2007
We have never meet but may God and his blessings be with your family and friends.
Leslie B 7:09 AM on September 4, 2007
My sympathies goes out to the Kimmel Family. May God Bless you at this time of grief.
david cates 6:56 AM on September 4, 2007
God Bless.
John 6:47 AM on September 4, 2007
My God Bless the Kimmel family in their time of grief. John
Dale 6:11 AM on September 4, 2007
Billy you were the one of the last of a dying breed open top trailer and all. You left doing what you truly loved not many of us will get to do that.R.I.P. Billy now it's time to win!!!!!!
Gary 6:02 AM on September 4, 2007
R.I.P. Billy may you keep the hammer to floor with God Speed. Friends and Family you all are in my prayers!
Ramey 5:47 AM on September 4, 2007
My sincere condolences in your time of grief. From what I've read, Billy was a true good guy of the sport - something to be proud of.
TJ HUGHES 5:19 AM on September 4, 2007
GOD SPEED GOD SPEED! I'll keep you all in my prayers!
Bryan Sadler 5:11 AM on September 4, 2007
RIP Billy. God bless your family and girlfriend. My heart goes out to everyone involved.
Jim 4:14 AM on September 4, 2007
Bob - Jean: Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you.
Sav 4:10 AM on September 4, 2007
R.I.P. Billy. It was a pleasure to watch a racer like you that did it just cause you loved to race. Prayers to the Kimmels and the racing community
chris 3:25 AM on September 4, 2007
rip i didnt know you but it is a tragedy to our sport
G.Miller 2:54 AM on September 4, 2007
I dont know Bill personally but I work with a friend whose wedding Bill was in. What a handsome young man to be taken from this life so soon. Prayers and kind thoughts to his family and connections. May you all meet again in the unseen world!
justin mcmillen 2:46 AM on September 4, 2007
I am so sorry to hear of your loss!!! It is so tragic to hear when someone loses their life just doin what they loved!!! My prayers and condolences to the family in this very trying and tragic time!!!! May god be with you!!! and if you aint runnin wide open then you had better be broke down!!!
Mike Deimler 1:57 AM on September 4, 2007
I said to my dad one night that hes the only Driver at the grove with an open trailer. And yet he still out drove some of the best.
jeremiah jordahl 1:52 AM on September 4, 2007
sorry to hear about your loss. death is always a tragedy but inevitable. On a positive note he's racing his wings in heaven right now. Keep your heads high and our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely Jeremiah J. Jordahl and 3j race team Sioux Falls, SD
Chris 1:40 AM on September 4, 2007
As a fan of Sprint Car racing and having grown up in PA going to races at the Grove and Port Royal, I am so sorry to hear of Billy's death. My prayers and condolences to the family during this difficult time, Chris (Raleigh, NC)
Nick Cooper Racing 1:26 AM on September 4, 2007
Billy, Like many we never met but, we are all of the same cloth and you my friend are going to be missed by all. Our condolences go out to your family. God Bless and God Speed!
walt 1:24 AM on September 4, 2007
Always sad to hear when someone is taken away prayer will be with the whole family, Had a race fan and ex driver the dirt world is so strong. Aleast he went out doin what he loved best.
Patrick "Hawker" Grant 12:37 AM on September 4, 2007
Billy, we never met but as a crew member on a Midwest 360 team, I know what drives people like you to chase that bug that we call sprint car racing, and that alone makes me feel that I have known you all along. You were in a brotherhood of fine folks that take care of their own, we race together, we help each other at the track in times of need, and we grieve together when we lose one of our own. No Billy, we never met, but I knew you all along. You will be sorely missed.
Brad Harris 12:34 AM on September 4, 2007
I am from Kansas and although I never knew Billy I understand that the dirt track family stretches for miles across this great country. In hearing of the loss, I wish to leave my deepest regards for the Kimmel family and all of Billy's fellow racers. You have a new set of wings now. God Bless
Kendall Fritz 12:08 AM on September 4, 2007
Billy was a true racer. Didn't have much equipment but showed up every Friday to race with the best in the country. My thoughts are with the entire Kimmel family. RIP in Billy.
Jason 11:58 PM on September 3, 2007
Thouhgts and prayers to all family and friends. I was greatly sadden to hear about the lost of Billy on sunday nite. We will all miss you.
David 11:57 PM on September 3, 2007
From one Sprint Car racing family to another our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Aaron 11:57 PM on September 3, 2007
I am from Washington and I may not know Billy...but this saddens everyone in the racing community...My thoughts and prayers are with Billy's family, friends and crew...hang in there...R.I.P Billy
Steve-O 11:52 PM on September 3, 2007
Thoughts and prayers to Billy's family and friends. The CA. Posse is thinking about you. RIP Bill Kimmel.
Terry Bauman 11:50 PM on September 3, 2007
All are thought and prayers from Rolling Thunder Racing go out to the Kimmel family...god speed Billy
Henry 11:50 PM on September 3, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to all of you ! Such a young life lost is so tragic ! Your in our thoughts and prayers ! May God Bless you all and watch over you at this terrible time ! Henry & Sue Wilt
rtr online racing 11:49 PM on September 3, 2007
Thoughts and Prayers from everyone here in rtr racing
Doug Seeger 11:46 PM on September 3, 2007
RIP Billy, Thoughts & Prayers to the Kimmel Family.
Chris Lovett 11:42 PM on September 3, 2007
Very sorry to hear. Thoughts go out to everyone in Penylvania - fans, friends, family - Everybody
from loy family and sigman of carlisle 11:42 PM on September 3, 2007
miss you rip billy will keep you in are thoughts and prayers and your family
Laura Redding 11:41 PM on September 3, 2007
It is so hard to believe that Billy died last night. I saw the whole wreck. I can't imagine what his family, his girlfriend, and his friends are going through, but my thoughts and prayers are with them all. I didn't know Billy personally, but I know that he went doing what he loved. He's watching over all of us. May he rest in peace. He will be missed greatly and #47 will never be forgotten.
ChefBenK 11:39 PM on September 3, 2007
Never knew Billy, but working security every week at the track, always knew when he was there. I'll admit that I'm a fan of another driver, but every time Billy was out on the track, I always cheered him on. My thoughts and prayers to his family, his girlfriend, and his friends.....
Willow 11:32 PM on September 3, 2007
RIP Billy, thoughts and prayers to the whole family.
Travis Denning 11:27 PM on September 3, 2007
:(Thoughts and Prayers from everyone here in Illinois
Alex Rutherford 11:21 PM on September 3, 2007
My prayers go out to the Kimmel family and friends, God speed Billy, the racing world will miss you.....
richard 11:17 PM on September 3, 2007
thoughts and prayers are with billys family and friends from the crew in mitchell, sd
Brian 11:17 PM on September 3, 2007
Deepest sympanthies go out to everyone who knew Billy, he will be missed.
Charles Pingley CPx2 Helmets 11:16 PM on September 3, 2007
I just met Billy About three weeks ago.I though he was such a nice kid. He made me feel like i knew him all his life. i will miss his smile and his love of the sport that we love so much. RIP Billy, may GOD be with his family and friends
Donnie Walker 11:15 PM on September 3, 2007
My deepest condolances on the loss of Billy. Find comfort in the fact that Billy died doing what he loved, although his life was too short he lived his dream.Rest in peace Billy.
Darren Hartsock 11:15 PM on September 3, 2007
The Hartsock family sends our deepest sympathies in this time of sorrow. I graduated a year ahead of Billy and know what a great guy he was. RIP
Terry 11:08 PM on September 3, 2007
God Speed. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers in Arizona.
brent borror 11:04 PM on September 3, 2007
hey kimmel family and girlfriend i am really sorry about what happen at the grove on sunday i saw the whole thing and i was cheering for him at the time b/c he was doing good, but then that happen. i just wanted to let you kimmel family know that i am here for you. can you please mail me where the viewing and funeral is because i want to come. R.I.P Billy you will never be forgotten.
Steve 11:00 PM on September 3, 2007
didn't see billy race much but my son and I are big race fans and our deepest sympathy goes out to all his family and friends
Sabko, Inc. Racing 10:55 PM on September 3, 2007
Everyone at Sabko, Inc. Racing sends our deepest sympathy to the Kimmel Family and friends. God bless you and he will help you through this trying time.
McNeal Racing Team 10:45 PM on September 3, 2007
On behalf of McNeal Racing Team, We send out our deepest sympathy to the Kimmel family. RIP Billy. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
justin 10:43 PM on September 3, 2007
My friend and I would talk to him everytime we walked by his pit. You could always see the love he had for this sport. R.I.P billy you will never be forgoten in my eyes
Mark Coldren 10:41 PM on September 3, 2007
Billy Kimmel, what a passionate persion. We spoke Friday night about your typical racing events. I was lucky to have you involved as a team player in my racing career. It was spelled out early that Billy was going to race 410 sprint cars. This was a dream that he had for a long time. I was fortunate to have him in my life as a friend and as a racing competitor. Billy I will miss you and my thoughts are with your family..................
Matt Petty 10:40 PM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Take comfort in knowing he was doing what he loved. A fellow Sprint Car Driver from Northern California
colton 10:39 PM on September 3, 2007
RIP Billy Kimmel. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones. God Bless!!9/2/07 will never be forgotten
race/network 10:39 PM on September 3, 2007
I did not know Billy, but as part of the racing community and especially Sprint Car racing, I am deeply saddened by this tragic news. The thoughts and prayers of everyone at race/network go out to the Kimmel family and friends..... God Bless Billy.
Dave N 10:36 PM on September 3, 2007
RIP Billy Kimmel, we're going to miss you
Brandon Andreson 10:34 PM on September 3, 2007
Thoughts and Prayers from everyone here at Eagle Raceway.... God Speed Billy
Nelson 10:34 PM on September 3, 2007
Nelson: R.I.P. fellow Teamster & racer, you entertained me Friday night, I missed the Sunday show and you gave your life doing what you loved. I'll surely miss seeing you leave work, while I'm just starting the 3-11 shift. God-Speed to heal the void left for Julie, Jean, Bob, Bob, & Pop, & Grammie and the entire family and friends to bear!!!!
Todd Shaffer 10:34 PM on September 3, 2007
RIP...it was a pleasure knowing you in the pits at the track
Georgette 10:32 PM on September 3, 2007
Another good person was removed from this earth because God needs flowers in his garden too, is what I have been told many times. It's just really sad that they are taken so young and from all of his loved ones. Bill was a really great guy and will be missed not only by me, but my 3 & 5 year old children, which call him "Uncle Bill".
Frommco Racing 10:23 PM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Billy's family & friends. Thomas Fromm & Frommco Racing #9 Team
Alex Pettas 10:16 PM on September 3, 2007
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. We will miss you. God Bless.
Dyan Yingst 10:13 PM on September 3, 2007
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Billy's tragic death. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the entire Kimmel family and Billy's closest friends during this very sad time. Keep all of your memories close to your heart forever, no one can take those away.
Kris Trimble 10:12 PM on September 3, 2007
Bill was a one of a kind guy, do anything for anyone at anytime. I loved Bill just like he was my brother. He will be deeply missed and thought everyday. My heart goes out to Bill's family. There was no one like Bill. Go show'em who can win the race in the sky! I will miss you so much!
jerry 10:12 PM on September 3, 2007
As a former sprint car driver for nine years I understand the risks involved in this awesome sport. I am sure Billy did to. When you die doing what you love it is not in vein. My family and friends grieve for you and your family tremendously. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. We will all miss him. God Bless
Daniel 10:11 PM on September 3, 2007
RIP Kimmel.. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family you will be mist alot
Sarah 10:08 PM on September 3, 2007
RIP Billy. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones!
Nathan 10:07 PM on September 3, 2007
My thoughts are witk the Kimmel family!!!
Heather 10:07 PM on September 3, 2007
RIP Billy - our thoughts go out to the Kimmel family.
Scott Burchett 10:02 PM on September 3, 2007
Our prayers our with the family and friends.
Chad Criswell 10:02 PM on September 3, 2007
RIP Billy.. thoughts and prayers to the Kimmel family and friends during this time. So many people sit back and watch life from a distance, you lived life by following your dream, and never giving up. You will be missed, and always remembered.
Mark Tychoniewicz 10:00 PM on September 3, 2007
I only got to see Billy race a few times,but i enjoyed watching a low buck team run well against the big teams. God Speed Billy, we will miss you. Mark Tychoniewicz, Rochester,NY
Sammie 9:56 PM on September 3, 2007
Billy, you will be missed by everyone! You were such and amazing friend to me, you were always there for me when I needed a friend to talk to..I can remember the last time you came to my house and you washed your hands in my sink and you told my mom that a famous race car driver just washed his hands in your sink, and all we did was just laught!..I'm glad I have gotten to know you over the years! You will be missed! Love, Sammie
jerseysprintnut 9:52 PM on September 3, 2007
RIP Billy---I love racing like your son did but I'm not likeing it so much lately. I was just getting over what happened to John Blewett III and I'm numb all over again. Jim Estelle
Gregg Obst 9:49 PM on September 3, 2007
This is truly a very sad day. PA racing has lost its ultimate underdog. Billy was a guy you just couldn't help but root for. He took the time to meet anyone and everyone who took the time to extend a hand or root for him in any capacity. It was an honor to be able to shoot photos of him, all the while, cheering him on. Never stop stomping on the loud pedal Billy. Got has got himself a new hot shoe. My condolences to his Girlfriend Julie and to his parents and family and to Gramme and his crew and all of his many friends and fans.
Pete Trimble 9:48 PM on September 3, 2007
Billy, I'm going to miss you very much. We've been best friends since the 5th grade and did alot together and I will think of you everyday. You know this all you ever talked about racing sprint cars, You are the perfect example of a wonderful person and the best friend anybody could want. God speed Billy Iwill Miss You.
Eriksen family 9:44 PM on September 3, 2007
May God's grace and mercy fill the void created in the hearts of Billy's family and close friends by his death. Billy shared his knowledge of sprints with us as newcomers, and served while encouraging in any way he could. His gentle and humble serving spirit was appreciated and will be missed. May God bless and strengthen each of you in the inner person as you face the coming days ahead. May God bless each according to the need represented.
Dave Brown 9:42 PM on September 3, 2007
Billy, Unfortunately your number was called earlier then usual. You'll be missed dearly down here.
Sean 9:41 PM on September 3, 2007
Mr. Kimmel, I know that you are doing very well, and will take the time to celebrate your life, which has obviously touched many people in positive ways. I will be praying for your family and friends. Letting go is a painful process for those left behind, but faith and acceptance are powerful healers. God speed.
Timmy D. 9:40 PM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Billy
Larry 9:40 PM on September 3, 2007
very very sorry to hear this news. from the post I have read he was a very special person, thoughts and prayers to out to family and loved ones
chris moyer 9:40 PM on September 3, 2007
thoughts and prayers to family& freinds
Gregory Haas 9:37 PM on September 3, 2007
Brandel Racings thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends.
Wood 9:35 PM on September 3, 2007
Our heartfelt condolences to the entire family & crew.
CarWash Mike 9:32 PM on September 3, 2007
Thoughts and prayers to family and friends. RIP
TNT 9:29 PM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out entire family and crew. He will be sadly missed.
Jim 9:24 PM on September 3, 2007
Thoughts and prayers go out to the Kimmel Family.A very sad day for all racers.
jean 9:22 PM on September 3, 2007
we are extremely sorry to hear about billy i have had the pleasure to meet him and was very pleased to say what a wonderful person he was. he will be deeply missed.
George Clugston Jr 9:19 PM on September 3, 2007
Me and My Family offer our deepest sympathy to the Kimmel family and friends and we will keep you in our prayers.
Mike 9:19 PM on September 3, 2007
Thoughts and prayers to the entire Kimmel family.
Bill Mock 9:19 PM on September 3, 2007
Rest easy Bill, So few of us get to do what we truely love. All the best to the family left behind
Davey Sammons 9:18 PM on September 3, 2007
This is truly a sad time for the sprint car community. Our thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Bill Kimmel #47. May you rest in peace.
Gil and Cheryl Givler 9:18 PM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Billy's family and girlfriend during this tragic time. I told my son Jordan that when I think of Billy it wasn't as a sprint car driver, but of the type of person he was. Jordan was 13 yrs. old when he got involved with racing, hooking up with Mark Coldren. Billy was the crew chief at that time for Mark. He always had time for Jordan whether it was running out of his way to pick him up to work on the car, teaching him how to do things, or just out of the blue calling to pick Jordan up to go get something to eat, hang out and talk. Billy was something we don't have enough of today and that is being a role model. When I'd run into Billy at the track he'd always smile, wave and shake my hand asking how Cheryl and I were doing. Mr. and Mrs. Kimmel can be very proud of the type of person their son was. God bless you Billy. You will be truly missed.
shelby 9:17 PM on September 3, 2007
I would like to offer my deepest sympathy and condolances to family and freinds.
Mark 9:15 PM on September 3, 2007
To Bill and his Family, God Bless. He was a good person and I will miss Him.
Susan 9:11 PM on September 3, 2007
Rest in peace, Bill. I am praying for your family, and I shall be there for whatever they need. God bless.
Linda's Speedway Staff 9:11 PM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers to the Kimmel family and friends.
Mick 9:02 PM on September 3, 2007
rest in peace Bill
Michael Gill 8:59 PM on September 3, 2007
Thoughts and prayers to Billy's family and friends! I've known Billy for many years now and he will be truly missed!
Christina Svagerko 8:57 PM on September 3, 2007
May God give you the strength to get through this difficult time. I am so very sorry for your loss. All family and friends will be in my prayers.
mike fink 8:54 PM on September 3, 2007
i am very sorry to here that billy passed away .i watched him race a few times my deepest sympathy goes out to his family n friends.i will pray for his family that they will be ok n someday somehow get through this tragedy. and i pray that billy will rest in peace.n god bless
Ron Campbell - MCR Racing 8:52 PM on September 3, 2007
Godspeed "HOTSHOE" May you never be forgotten....RIP Billy
pappy 8:46 PM on September 3, 2007
R I P BILLY
RacingThreads.com 8:38 PM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Kimmel family. God Bless.
Rick and Kelly 8:35 PM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts are with Bill's family and friends at this difficult time. The racing world shares in your grief.
rodney 8:34 PM on September 3, 2007
very sorry for the loss.i was there last night not a good feeling to see the sight.as a fellow racer it makes you think.i didn't race with billy,but did watch him at path valley in the 305,as then and now he was always on the gas.RIP Billy
Stephen Darvalics 8:33 PM on September 3, 2007
My Prayers go out to Bill and his family, god bless. # 32 360 driver , uscs and ascs..
Tom Wingert 8:31 PM on September 3, 2007
Rest in Peace Billy, our hearts and support to your family.
Ray Landis 8:28 PM on September 3, 2007
Very Sorry For Your Loss. My Prayers Go Out To The Whole Family.
tony 8:27 PM on September 3, 2007
so sorry for your god bless
Rich Rosser 8:23 PM on September 3, 2007
God Bless you & your family & crew. Are thoughts are with all of you! From Team 23R Loomis, California......
DAIN 8:21 PM on September 3, 2007
22H CREDIT CONNECTION RACING;SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,HE WILL BE MISSED.GOD BLESS.....
wendy eckenrode 8:15 PM on September 3, 2007
may god be with you and your family.you will be sadly missed.
Greg 8:15 PM on September 3, 2007
Condolences to friends and family. May it comfort you to know that he went out doing what he loved to do.
Todd Spangler and The Spangler Motorsports Team 8:08 PM on September 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with bill kimmel and his family, friends, and girlfriend julie, I got to know bill from Tim Hershey, and then bill racing 305s with me, he and his family are truley great people. I dont really think words can explain all the feelings i have right now so ill just say bill it was awesome getting to know you and julie i hope u can find your way through this and to his mom and dad, everyone at Spangler Motorsports has you in there prayers :(
Dave 8:05 PM on September 3, 2007
Bill was my best friend growing up. I remember always having our parents plan our birthdays since he was born the day before me. I have'nt seen him in years but I bet he was still the same kind, good hearted kid that I knew growing up. The world lost a good man. I'll miss you Billy, rest in peace my friend.
Joe Martinez 8:04 PM on September 3, 2007
All of us at 321 development are so sorry to hear about this. God Speed billy and know that everyone in the dirt racing world will miss you :(
chris moser 8:04 PM on September 3, 2007
deeply saddened by the loss of a true racer your family will be in my prayers tonight my god be with the kimmel family god speed billy #47 chris and chris jr
George 7:59 PM on September 3, 2007
my thoughts &prayers go out to your family & friends.god bless you all.gone but not forgotton.
The Gwynns 7:58 PM on September 3, 2007
RIP Billy K. Your family, close friends and associates are in our thoughts and prayers. May God's peace be yours.
SUSAN HELLER 7:51 PM on September 3, 2007
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME. WHAT AN AWFUL NIGHT. KEEP GOD AS YOUR FOCAL POINT AND LEAN ON HIM. WE ARE SO VERY VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
Lori Dover 7:47 PM on September 3, 2007
Even though we dont know any of you, you still feel like family....Racing Family" We are sprint car racers here in Nebraska, our heart and our deepest thoughts are with you during your time of sorrow. May God bless you. Team Dover
Chris 7:41 PM on September 3, 2007
From playing with Matchbox cars in the infield as little kids to still being friends and talking each other's ears off when we got the chance, you were always a great person. You will always be with us at the track and watching over everyone there. Thank you for many years of memories and friendship. We will miss you. RIP Billy 47 forever
DEBBIE MCKINSEY 7:38 PM on September 3, 2007
I AM SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT BILLY. MY HEART GOES OUT TO BILLY AND HIS FAMILY. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. GOD BLESS. RIP. BILLY
Pat 7:36 PM on September 3, 2007
RIP Billy, I know you will be up there racing with the others who have entertained us throughout the years but lost there life doing what they love....:(
Spidle Family 7:28 PM on September 3, 2007
We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this hard time. RIP Billy.
Chris Fritz 7:23 PM on September 3, 2007
Its not going to be the same seeing the Trailer Trash Chili #47 pull into the pits on that open trailer. This puts a lot of little silly stuff in perspective. You were just doing what you loved and having fun at it. It shows its not all about the money and the wins, just having fun out there on the track. Go and get that first win up there. Thoughts and prayers to the whole family. Its just not going to be the same now.
E 7:22 PM on September 3, 2007
My sincere thoughts are with Billy's family, friends, and race team at this tragic moment. Like mentioned, there is a newfound respect for all Sprint Car drivers. May you watch over us!! Your cheers are still being shouted, but this time, by Angels.
Justin cox 7:20 PM on September 3, 2007
[size=18]Dude this is crazy i never really met billy but this morning when i found out he die i started crying i saw the whole thing happen....i ask my self why did he have to go because he was out there risking his life just for our entiertment......i think i appreacate sprint car drivers more then and other sport in the world.
bobby montross 7:20 PM on September 3, 2007
i run the no. 32 sportsman sprint we are all so very sorry
lisa miller 7:18 PM on September 3, 2007
myself and my family wish to extend our deepest sympathy to the family & friends of Billy. We enjoyed watching him race and will miss him.
Bonnie 7:18 PM on September 3, 2007
MY thoughts and prayers go out to you .It's the drivers like Billy that make this a sport you want to keep watching.Comfort in knowing Billy was doing something he loved.Gone but not forgotten-one of Gods angels now.
Jim Ruth 7:16 PM on September 3, 2007
I never had the pleasure of meeting Billy, and wish i had. Its a crying shame to lose such a worthwhile youg man. But i believe that The Lord has more important things for Billy to do in Heavon. Billy is now with the Lord in a more peacefull place. R.I.P Billy
angie 7:11 PM on September 3, 2007
My heart weeps for his family and friends.
Josh Paull 7:08 PM on September 3, 2007
my thaughts are with all of billys' friends and family, he will be missed dearly. i will miss talking racing with him while sitting at al's pizza eating "Bling Bits". keep pushin the cushin up there billy we are always cheering for you
Todd Fritz 7:05 PM on September 3, 2007
Big Bill, We will miss you buddy! I'll never forget all the good times we had out at the barn working on stuff. If there is a race in heaven I know your up there giving them a good run. See you when we get there!
Ryan Miller 6:58 PM on September 3, 2007
RIP Billy. We will always rember you. One of your big fan.
Ryan K. Miller from Lebanon Pa
chris keefer 6:55 PM on September 3, 2007
its always a shame to see someone so youn gpass even worse when its a great guy like billy you will be missed
Bobbi Jo Rhen 6:54 PM on September 3, 2007
Hi. To all of the friends and Famley and Fans of Billy Kimmel. I am very sorry for your loss. He was a very good driver and he was just to young to pass alway. He know up in Heaven looking down at everyone. Rember he will always be in your heart. From a Fan In Lebanon Pa Bobbi Jo Rhen. Ps. he will always be the #1 driver in my heart. :(
Geesey Racing 6:54 PM on September 3, 2007
Billy, I'm glad to have called you a friend. You will be missed. RIP Jean & Bob, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. If you should need anything please don't hesitate to call us.
Jordan Myers 6:51 PM on September 3, 2007
God Speed Billy, you made the ultimate sacrifice doing what you love. May you rest in peace
Cross Family 6:49 PM on September 3, 2007
We'll miss seeing Billy at the track and pray for all of those who love him.
Mom of a race car driver 6:44 PM on September 3, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Billy to see him and he is a good friend to my son. He was always smiling. I can't imagine what you are going through, but all of these condolences may make you realize how highly he was thought of and loved. You are in my prayers.
Kyle Pruitt 6:41 PM on September 3, 2007
Billy, Thanks for all the good times and laughs together, you treated me as an equal, and was a great friend, and racer. You will be dearly missed. Now go and win some on that track upstairs. Go HOTSHOE! Kyle Pruitt
Tammy-USA International Speedway 6:39 PM on September 3, 2007
With deepest condolences. I didn't know Billy, but the racing community as a whole is effected when there is a loss, so we all share your grief. My thoughts and prayers are with the friends and family.
Anthony M. Horney Sr. 6:36 PM on September 3, 2007
To the Billy Kimmel Family....my deepest sympathies and prayers to all of you.Iam an avid sprint car fan and although the dangers are always present, it is at times like this that racing tears out my heart... May Bill rest with our lord,he will be missed at the track.
S. George 6:31 PM on September 3, 2007
My prayers are with you and your family at this time. God Speed.
Tina 6:29 PM on September 3, 2007
May you find some comfort in knowing that so many people thought so much of Billy. My heart goes out to his family, friends, and fans.
big rick 6:28 PM on September 3, 2007
godspeed bk, you will be remembered always
June O'Donnell 6:18 PM on September 3, 2007
Just heard of the tragic loss. I am an avid sprint car fan. I work at Path Valley Speedway. Please accept our sincere sympathy. Ron & June
The Mesheys 6:17 PM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the kimmel family. Billy was what this sport was made for, living a dream!! Not to get rich and famous but for the love of a great sport. Hot shoe billy kimmel will be greatly missed.
Shelby Rowles 6:17 PM on September 3, 2007
I'm Deeply sadden BY the loss of Billy, I did not know him personally but I knew who he was & what he meant to our sport. the racing world lost one of the best all round guys in the business. R.I.P BILLY
Mike and Matt Zoltowski 6:16 PM on September 3, 2007
Our deepest condolences.
K 6:15 PM on September 3, 2007
Billy was a childhood friend of my brothers... lots of good memories... I pray God may watch over his family and help them through this tragic time. And that comment earlier about the good dying young... that is for sure. May his soul be at peace!
K 6:14 PM on September 3, 2007
Many Prayers and Thoughts to Billy's Family & Friends! Just know that he is watching over everyone of you now...he will guide you to be strong and to help live his legacy! God Bless all of you! K & R~~Carlisle, Pa
Donna Gobrecht 6:13 PM on September 3, 2007
There are no words to express the pain friends and family are feeling right now. I didn't know Billy but he sounds like a wonderful young man who loved the sport tremendously. Our sincere condolences to his family and if our family can help in any way, please let us know. We know first hand how supportive race fans are when tragedy happens. Accept that support, cherish your memories, and may God bless you.
Amanda 6:13 PM on September 3, 2007
Im sorry for your loss
Johhny Hagen 6:11 PM on September 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers to the family, glad to have known Bill through 305 racing and see him pursue a dream.
scotty 6:02 PM on September 3, 2007
my prayers and thoughts go out to kimmel family...no one knows when there time is up..live each day to the fullest..
The Minnichs 5:57 PM on September 3, 2007
Only the Good die young. Our prayers are with Billy's family. We will miss you so very much. Summer and Shawn
bill 5:52 PM on September 3, 2007
My deepest condolences go to the Kimmel Family and friends. It is a very sad day for racing fans of all sorts. Please remember all the good Billy did while he was with us. We will pray for you.
Geroge Williamson 5:48 PM on September 3, 2007
Mike Root and I were planning on doing Billy a new scheme for the National Open. I was going to offer a more painted concept and Mike was going for wrap. We were going to present Billy with renderings for him to chose. The only thing he requested was... "I want the kids to love it ! " There is alot to be appreciated by that statement. He looked so good on friday and keep in mind he left doing what he loved. We all should be so fortunate. May God Bless. GW
Miike Gilliland 5:46 PM on September 3, 2007
GOD'S SPEED
Susan Miller 5:40 PM on September 3, 2007
Our sincere sympathy and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. All of us in the racing family share your grief. Paul Miller and family and crew of Supersportsman 58.
Tammy 5:38 PM on September 3, 2007
Thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Sean K 5:36 PM on September 3, 2007
I work on #49 sprinter and when I walked through the pits week after week no matter where it was Bill alway's had a smile on his face cause he was doing something he dreamed of doing and that was racing. His thought's and prayers will be with us. May god pray for the family and friends. We are a tight community, we help each other.
Grays Harbor Guy 5:34 PM on September 3, 2007
never met him but we're all family in times like this So very sorry Romans 8:28
Chris Aughenbaugh 5:33 PM on September 3, 2007
Billy you will be missed. God Bless the family. My prayers are with you at this time of need.
Jeff Pinkerton 5:29 PM on September 3, 2007
I had the pleasure of meeting Billy in the pits at Williams Grove one night when I was giving him some pictures that I took the week before. After that night, if I was walking by, he would always speak and take a minute to ask how everything is going. Billy, you will truly be missed by many. Rest in Peace The Pinkerton Family
DonHubbard 5:28 PM on September 3, 2007
I didn't know you Billy but there are many that I don't personally know but care for. RIP. may God Bless the Kimmel family in there time of need. Don Hubbard "Sooner Circles" www.hoseheads.com
Scott A. 5:25 PM on September 3, 2007
To Billy's family, friends my deepest sympathy to aeveryone who knew Billy, when I first met Billy back working on the 07 micro sprint, racing at LANCO he was a great kid, and always had a way to make a bad night at the track seem much, much better. To Mark C. if you need anything a friend to talk to just call, to his Mom and Dad, words can't even come close. Billy was one heck of young man, and will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure to know him.
Jeff 5:20 PM on September 3, 2007
Thoughts and prayers to the Kimmel Family
melissa Canulli 5:20 PM on September 3, 2007
Ive been in racing for many years and it hit me so hard to lose some one this good at the sport billy was making a success and would of been one of the best just bless his family and friends in this rough time i saw the hole accident and i knew it wasnt gonna be a good out come.. were just gonna miss him in the sport
Kris Kaminski aka Chemo 5:18 PM on September 3, 2007
I have known Bill since I was 6,also graduated with him at Mechanicsburg. Seems like yesterday we were riding bikes or swimming at the Aspers house.You will truly be missed! RIP Billy #47
Jackie 5:17 PM on September 3, 2007
Thoughts and prayers to the family, may you find the comfort, that he was doing what he loved..Rest in Peace...
Travis Keeney 5:14 PM on September 3, 2007
I never had the pleasure of meeting Bill, but his passion and love for the sport that we share was obvious. You never want to get a message like that. Sprint car racing is a giant family and all of us will miss him dearly.
Ellen Siska 5:10 PM on September 3, 2007
I am SO sorry to hear of your loss. God bless and comfort all Bill's family and friends.
middlemiss 5:10 PM on September 3, 2007
God bless you. We will all miss you.
Frey 5:05 PM on September 3, 2007
Racing for the love of the sport and not for a paycheck is the true meaning of a racer.that alone makes u a great racer..you r an inspiration to young drivers. My thoughts n prayers are with your family at this tough time
Loves Racing 5:01 PM on September 3, 2007
Our Thoughts and Prayers go out to His Family and Friends... GodSpeed
Berkes Racing 4:52 PM on September 3, 2007
you will be in our thoughts and prayers... Godspeed
Dave 4:47 PM on September 3, 2007
So sad to have learned about this tragedy, what a huge loss to the racing circuit. Please find comfort in knowing that Bill was respected as a driver and was fun to watch on the track. He was both talented and skilled and liked by all. May he rest in peace.
HAR_JJ 4:47 PM on September 3, 2007
Thoughts and Prayers from Team HAR Motorsports sim racing. God Speed Billy.
John 4:45 PM on September 3, 2007
Heidi and I help Mark Smith. From all of us at Team 07 our hearts and prayers go out to Billy's Family Billy we will miss you at the tracks
spank 4:44 PM on September 3, 2007
tragic loss for someone so young
Cole Martz 4:42 PM on September 3, 2007
my thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family...rest in peace, Bill
WRT 4:36 PM on September 3, 2007
Thanks for giving me the opportunity to photograph you week in and week out. There will never be a match for the "RF 2 feet in the air." We will all miss you and what you stood for on and off of the track!
Godfrey Racing 4:25 PM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Pete Wright 4:15 PM on September 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with the family, fans and friends of Bill. I hope it can be of some comfort to know that many, many people share your grief.
Amanda Duncan 4:08 PM on September 3, 2007
My brother Dustin has been helping Bill on his race car for a couple of years now, I was not expecting the news I got from him when he called me last night! I graduated from mech with Bill he was a friend and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of his family and friends.
cody miller 4:04 PM on September 3, 2007
rest in peace Bill my prayers are with everyone close to you
Ryan Dolan 4:03 PM on September 3, 2007
our deepest sympathy from Dolan Motorsports and family. Thanks for the memories.
Ken Snook 4:02 PM on September 3, 2007
My family's thoughts and prayers go out to Billy's family and friends. May he rest in peace.
mike jones 4:01 PM on September 3, 2007
very sorry for your loss. we are thinking and praying for you.
Jef Wall 3:55 PM on September 3, 2007
Our sincerest sympathy. He will be truly missed in the world of racing.
Drak 3:54 PM on September 3, 2007
No words will do justice. Much respect. Just a great guy. Godspeed Bill.
John Barnett 3:43 PM on September 3, 2007
May you rest in peace Billy....I never got the chance to meet you, but always admired your tenacity to continue to strive for what you love. To the friends and family of Billy's you will stay in my prayers. Rest in peace friend
Johnny Mackison and the 65 team 3:40 PM on September 3, 2007
Caring thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Andy 3:38 PM on September 3, 2007
Our deepest sympathies go out to Billy's family and friends. We'll miss seeing the #47 at the Grove. RIP
Dodi Cooper 3:30 PM on September 3, 2007
I am sorry for your loss...I am praying for God to hold you up... Dodi Cooper Cooper Racing Jackson, MS
Tom 3:25 PM on September 3, 2007
Our deepest sympathies go out to Bill's family and friends. Please know that he is safe in the arms of God now and may that be of some comfort to you at this time.
stevehudson 3:21 PM on September 3, 2007
im sorry for the greast loss. our sport has suffered many great drivers taken away to quick and we are all here to support eachother. my prayers go out to the family and friends.
shive racing 3:12 PM on September 3, 2007
WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOUR KIND FACE AND HELP AT PANCHOS. WE WILL MISS YOU SHIVE RACING
westbrook 3:06 PM on September 3, 2007
im deeply sadden by the loss of a true friend. bill was nothing but the best of friends to me and many others. my win later on that evening was for him. he was truely the best. i wish i could have thanked him again for all that he has done for me this year and in the past. to julie and Bills whole family my thoughts and prayers are with you always and forever. I'll miss ya BK.............. westbrook
Zach Myers 3:04 PM on September 3, 2007
R.I.P. Billy you will be missed deeply! I was never really a diehard fan of yours but I was a fan. I've heard only positive things from people that talk about you! It is unfortunate that something this has to happen! I hope that you team keeps racing. God Bless Zach Myers
vickie 3:01 PM on September 3, 2007
he will be missed.our thoughts and prayers are with the family.we were there when this happened and it really sucks we feel so bad for the family and friends and fans
Jeri Jones 3:00 PM on September 3, 2007
Very saddened to hear of the passing of Billy. He was a great example of what the sport is really about. This time of grief is extemely difficult, but will get better down the road. What is guaranteed is that the wonderful memories will live on forever. You are in our prayers.
Mark L. Krammes 2:55 PM on September 3, 2007
YOU were the true racer, Billy! God Speed, and may God bless all of your family and loved ones at this most difficult times. Sometimes racing is cruel to us, but we all know it can be, and we accept that. We are going to iss you buddy!
morgan 2:49 PM on September 3, 2007
my thoughts and prayers are with the family as well. rip billy.
Betty 2:44 PM on September 3, 2007
My thoughts are with you the family. I lost my husband very suddenly and I know it is sooooooooo hard to comprehend. My prayers and thoughts will be with all of his family and friends. God Bless you Bill!!!
Kevin West 2:43 PM on September 3, 2007
On behalf of race fans here in New Zealand i would like convey our sincerce condolences to the Kimmel family. Rest in peace Bill. Kindest Regards. Kevin West.
wenrich motorsports 2:38 PM on September 3, 2007
our sympathies to the family and his girlfriend.
Tim 2:37 PM on September 3, 2007
GONE FROM OUR LIVES. BUT U'LL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS. YOUR SOUL WILL LIVE ON. U STILL HAVE MANY RACES TO BE AT WITH THE LEGENDS. LIVE ON MY FRIEND
Trevor 2:34 PM on September 3, 2007
all of us will miss you billy, you will not be forgotten
mike kennedy 2:32 PM on September 3, 2007
RIP BILLY THE FUTURE WILL CHANGE BUT THE MEMORIES WILL STAY THE SAME.
Linda Beachell 2:25 PM on September 3, 2007
My sympathies to the family of a wonderful man I met while working on Mark Coldren's car several years ago.
Karen Andrews 2:12 PM on September 3, 2007
To Bill's family and friends, Bill was a friend to my twin boys for 20 years. They grew up together, sledded together, had birthday parties and played with Legos together. My heart breaks for the family who lost a beloved son and we all grieve the loss of a friend. Rest in peace, Bill. We'll miss you. Karen Andrews
Lindsay 2:12 PM on September 3, 2007
Sunday night was the worst night ever...every driver and fan hopes they never experience what we all did, i guess its just part of the sport. I am just glad he left this world doing what he loved, most people are not so lucky. RIP Billy! The world needs more people with the heart you had! The Grove will not be the same with out u!
Brandon and Jess Weibley 2:07 PM on September 3, 2007
To Billy's family and friends... you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Matt Trace 2:03 PM on September 3, 2007
I had the prviledge of getting to see Billy race a few races this year. He was a heck of a driver. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. Godspeed Billy Kimmel.
Dave Guy 2:01 PM on September 3, 2007
Bill you will be missed. You were what racing was about. True love for what you were doing. RIP my friend.
Wide Open Motorsports- Brad and Tammy 2:01 PM on September 3, 2007
We are thinking of the family and friends, our prayers and thoughts to you all. Rest in Peace Billy. His heart was in to racing and gave it his all. Never forgotten.
Andrew Rucker 1:58 PM on September 3, 2007
Billy it was great getting to know you over the last few years. You will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to entire Kimmel family. Rest in Peace Billy.
Reese in MD 1:58 PM on September 3, 2007
Rest in peace Billy.. I never met you, but the way you raced, and the way you lived, made all of us race fans feel like we knew you..
yeldarb 1:55 PM on September 3, 2007
rip billy,you will not be forgotten!!
Meleason Racing 8M 1:54 PM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of billy. RIP Billy
Cliff, Teresa, Everett,Jamie Hutchison 1:48 PM on September 3, 2007
Our prayers and deepest sympathy to family and friends! May God heal your aching hearts and let you know he is watching over everyone! No one ever knows the right words to say at these moments or can understand why they happen, but know he is in Heaven and will shine in your hearts forvever! Please take care of each other and know there are many people out here who care!
Pancho 1:46 PM on September 3, 2007
Billy was a true best friend, his 'flare', smile, personality, and caring nature are already missed. Billy you were like a brother to me, I will always miss you. Pancho
J.W. Houck 1:39 PM on September 3, 2007
"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal."
whippy 1:39 PM on September 3, 2007
sad day in 410 world we at low down ndirty are sadden by this news are prays go out to family and friend whippy
Frank Porreca 1:38 PM on September 3, 2007
My thaughts and prayers go out to Bill's family and friends - RIP Billy Kimmel
Brett 1:37 PM on September 3, 2007
Godbless
Jason Gastley 1:30 PM on September 3, 2007
thoughts and prayers go out to entire family.. We'll miss ya billy!! #47 jay
Debbie Baker 1:27 PM on September 3, 2007
To the Family We got the sad news about Bill Sunday night. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. He will be greatly missed. On behalf of Selinsgrove Speedway Staff Debbie Baker-Reserved sear ticket Sales Matt Baker-Assistant Starter
Lance Boncall 1:21 PM on September 3, 2007
RIP Billy Kimmel. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones. God Bless!!
Chad Updegraff 1:19 PM on September 3, 2007
Deep heart-felt thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Billy Kimmel. Rest in peace, Billy. You will be missed.
Jeff Nilsen 1:17 PM on September 3, 2007
Im so sorry to hear this. I knew Billy since I was a kid.I would like Bills mother,dad and brother Bob to know my thoughts and prayers are with you. God be with you
just a sprint car fan 1:16 PM on September 3, 2007
I never had the pleasure of meeting Bill but. I can tell from all the people who signed te guest book......that was my loss.
HUnter 1:16 PM on September 3, 2007
Rest In Peace Hot Shoe
Russell 1:14 PM on September 3, 2007
Here in Australia, Thinking of you and your family. Sorry.
dirtrunnin 1:12 PM on September 3, 2007
RIP Billy. Pull a few wheelies for God, I am sure he will enjoy them.
Jeremy Beitler 1:12 PM on September 3, 2007
A truly sad day, Godspeed Billy...Rest in Peace.
Dave 1:09 PM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Bill's Family and friends. It is always difficult to understand why some are taken so young. R. I. P.
Riden Motorsports 1:05 PM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family and friends. To a true racer. R.I.P. Billy - GOD SPEED #47 George Riden
ron hilgendorf 1:02 PM on September 3, 2007
sorry to hear about the loss of a young super star!!!you will always be in everybodys hearts... god bless the families and sports fans!!!!
Kevin Rogers 1:01 PM on September 3, 2007
i am so so sorry!
Whitney 1:01 PM on September 3, 2007
I was torn last night when our friends called us and told us the news. I'm so sorry for the loss. He was out there to race, maybe not so much to win but just race. He will be missed greatly. God bless Billy's family and friends for years to come. R.I.P Billy!
Mike Mallett 12:58 PM on September 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Kimmel family. God be with you during this difficult time. Rest in Peace Billy, you will me missed.
Gary Hinkle 12:57 PM on September 3, 2007
I am deeply sadened by the loss of Billy Kimmel. It is racers like Billy that make it a great sport. Here was a guy that was racing because is was what he truely loved to do. He didn't have big money sponsors or big money equipment, but he took what he had to the track ever night he could and competed. He drove hard and tried hard every time out. God be with Billy's family and give them comfort. In memory of a hard charger who has taken his final checkered flag.
Sherry and Bob Howard 12:56 PM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Billy's family and friends at this time. Billy was alot like Bob...he did it because he just loved to race. Billy should always be remembered for that reason, that's why we go to the races. Guys like Billy are hard to come by...he truly just had a love for the sport. He will be deeply missed...REST IN PEACE BILLY!
Jesse Kratzer 12:56 PM on September 3, 2007
R.I.P. buddy you will be sorely missed.
Sherry 12:54 PM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Billy's family and friends at this time. Billy was alot like Bob...he did it because he just loved to race. Billy should always be remembered for that reason, that's why we go to the races. Guys like Billy are hard to come by...he truly just had a love for the sport. He will be deeply missed...REST IN PEACE BILLY!
George Seeger 12:54 PM on September 3, 2007
Bill you will truly be missed, but never forgotten... RIP my friend..
K.B. 12:54 PM on September 3, 2007
The loss of Billy is heartwrenching. The death of a member of our racing family we will all feel for a long time. You'll be missed #47. May God grant peace to your loved ones in this time of sorrow.
David Nelson 12:54 PM on September 3, 2007
So sorry to hear the news this morning. Condolences to all friends and family.
Allen and Amanda Karber 12:48 PM on September 3, 2007
So very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. You have our thoughts and prayers.
Marcie Stonebraker 12:46 PM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you! God Bless you! The Stonebraker Racing Team and Families!
Billy 12:41 PM on September 3, 2007
Sorry to hear the news,Thouhgts and prayers to all family and friends, RIP
steve 12:41 PM on September 3, 2007
we are sorry for your loss.
Jen McCann 12:39 PM on September 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. We will all miss him very much.
Curt and Jenn Michael 12:39 PM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of Billy's friends and family.Rest in Peace.
michelle 12:36 PM on September 3, 2007
i work at the grove.i was working when he wrecked...i am sooo sorry for for the kimmel familys loss..bill was a great man..he will be missed but never fogoten..r.i.p.we all love you..it will be so weird going to the grove and not seeing # 47 going around the track..lots of xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo to his family....
Kory Sites 12:33 PM on September 3, 2007
A true champion is not defined by how many races you win or trophies you get, but by the life you lead and the friends you make along the way and the fun you had doing it. He was and always will be a champion as a person and as a racer. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Kory Sites and family
scott harvey 12:32 PM on September 3, 2007
god bless, sorry to hear, all thoughts and prayers go out to family and friends....
Kory Sites 12:31 PM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Kimmel family, friends and his girlfriend. We never had the pleasure of actually speaking directly with Billy, but have seen him race many times. A true champion is not defined by how many races you win or trophies you get, but by the life you lead and the friends you make along the way and the
Ryan 12:30 PM on September 3, 2007
Condolences from Delaware. RIP Billy
Brian Brenneman 12:27 PM on September 3, 2007
God Bless you all. My thoughts and prayers go out to all family and friends.
Jen 12:25 PM on September 3, 2007
No farwell words were spoken, No time to say goodbye, You were gone before we knew it, And only God knows why..... May knowing you are in the hearts and thoughts of others help you through this time of sorry. God bless Billy, his family, and his team
Brandon 12:24 PM on September 3, 2007
thoughts and prayers go out to the 47 team and family billy will be missed and so will be seeing him improve every weekend and the grove
tom chorpenning 12:24 PM on September 3, 2007
RIP Billy!
Shane Frank 12:23 PM on September 3, 2007
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU TODAY, I'M VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS
The Rice Family 12:20 PM on September 3, 2007
We are heartbroken to hear the news of a talented gentleman called to the ultimate Victory Lane at such a young age. Our prayers and condolences to his wonderful parents and all of his friends and fans.
FAST51 12:19 PM on September 3, 2007
I was at Williams Grove and saw the race. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Kimmel family...
California 12:19 PM on September 3, 2007
God Speed Billy Rest in Peace and keep on the Gas
Linda 12:17 PM on September 3, 2007
Gain peace in knowing that he was doing what he loved to do. Our prayers to Billy's family and friends from his fans in Mount Wolf, PA.
filmguy 12:17 PM on September 3, 2007
God Bless Billy. My condolences and prayers to his Girlfriend, his Parents and the many true friends that he had, especially Graham. Glad we stopped and chatted on Friday. God speed #47.
3w thundercar team 12:16 PM on September 3, 2007
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our hearts and prayers go out to your entire family.
Big Doug 12:15 PM on September 3, 2007
R.I.P. Billy
scott 12:13 PM on September 3, 2007
RIP billy. our deepest thoughts and prayers go to the Kimmel family. Turely a great person who was always willing to help anyone that needed it. He will be greatly missed by all of us. Premier Motorsports
Troy Rudy 12:13 PM on September 3, 2007
I'm writing this from Baghdad, Iraw and when I woke this morning to read the results from the race last night I never would have dreamed that we would lose one of our own at The Grove. My thoughts and deepest prayers are with the entire Kimmel Family.
BENUCH 12:12 PM on September 3, 2007
Gods speed Billy. My thoughts and prayers to the family. stay on the gas hot shoe.
Jean 12:07 PM on September 3, 2007
I'm so sorry to hear of the lost of Billy. Never had the chance to see him race, but am a big sprint car fan. Heard about it when listening on DV WoO races. All sprint car drivers are my driver even if I didn't know. May he race forever in heaven.......and win many. them. Rest in peace Billy.
Scott Lutz 12:04 PM on September 3, 2007
The #33 Would like to offer our deepest thoughts and prayers to the #47 team, family and friends. Billy was a great guy and we got to know him @ Susky when we parked together with our open trailers. The sport will miss him. RIP Billy...
Todd 12:03 PM on September 3, 2007
Deepest sympathies and prayers to Billy's family, friends and team, God Bless.
wide open motorsports 12:03 PM on September 3, 2007
our thoughts are with the family, in this time of need. god bless
wayne harmon 12:02 PM on September 3, 2007
sorry for loss i was there i own the number 51 super spotsman and live in dillsburg im youre fed ex express courier
Brian Snyder 12:02 PM on September 3, 2007
I never got to see you race, but from what I read you were one heck of a racer. RIP
WIde Open Motorsports - Adam Wilt 12:02 PM on September 3, 2007
God Speed Billy Kimmel God Bless
BIG JOHN;CREW CHIEF HORN RACING 12:01 PM on September 3, 2007
YOU WERE WHAT SPINT CAR RACING IS ALL ABOUT.OPEN TRAILER AND PARTS ON TRUCK THATS HOW I STARTED AND ADMIRED PEOPLE LIKE YOU THE MOST. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY. RIP AND GOD SPEED BILLY
19H racing team 12:00 PM on September 3, 2007
God Bless rest in peace Billy...you will be missed
John Wickard 12:00 PM on September 3, 2007
Billy I will never forget all the great times we had together! Nites out on the town or nites at the track! You will always be in my heart as the driver of my 34 1/2 car at Susky, We had no money, but we got to go around in circles a few times like you always dreamed about! I have many pics of you in my home and I will remember you every day! RIP buddy I will never forget you! Love ya forever John Wickard
Shawn Shive 12:00 PM on September 3, 2007
I want to give my regards to a truly great guy. Billy was a great guy and would talk to everybody who stopped at his trailer. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Matt Paulsen 11:54 AM on September 3, 2007
My heart an prayers go out to the kimmel family.. R.I.P Bill
Diane Ridge 11:54 AM on September 3, 2007
To the friends and family of Bill Kimmel...you have my deepest sympathy. We never know when our Lord will call us home...we just hope and pray that we have been instrumental in some way. Bill surely fulfilled his destiny. May you find comfort in knowing that he was doing what he loved when his time here on Earth ended and his spiritual life began. I know that there is gonna be one heck of a race in Heaven today. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.... Diane Ridge A race fan all my life.
Mike Kreiger 11:53 AM on September 3, 2007
My thought and prayers go to the Kimmel family and friends. R.I.P. Billy and win some races up there on the big track.
matt Mr. stacknick 11:49 AM on September 3, 2007
my deepest thuoghts go out you folks god bless you
Brooke 11:45 AM on September 3, 2007
we are so sorry for the loss. it was great watching him get better and better over the season and its going to be different not having hime around.....our thoughts and prayers are with u.
JMO Motorsports 11:44 AM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Billy's family and friends. RIP Billy Kimmel
PAUL MILLER 11:40 AM on September 3, 2007
As Presdent of the York County Racing Club I want to send my sincere sympathy to the family of Billy Kimmel. I did not have the pleasure of knowing Billy personally but I have only heard good things about those who did. I want to extend the help of YCRC to Billy's family in any way they might need it. Rest in peace.
HammakerRacing 11:40 AM on September 3, 2007
Our Deepest thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God bless you're intire family,friends,girlfriend, and who all knew him. Gods Speed Billy.
Michelle and Kurt 11:39 AM on September 3, 2007
May you rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone that knew you. This is one time that I hate racing but it is all part of it. God Bless.
Bob Peters 11:39 AM on September 3, 2007
My deepest sympathies go out to Billy's family & friends. You are all in my thoughts & prayers. I am numb! This hits so close to home for me as I watched Billy & our driver, Chris Meleason go wheel to wheel & nose to tail great racing in their heat race. Irronically Chris finished behind Billy in both in their heat race & the Feature! I've tried to write this note 3 times now w/o getting tears in my eyes & still haven't succeeded.... May God give you all the strength to deal with this tragic loss. And remember this.....few of us get to leave this world doing what we love doing.... In my thoughts & prayers!!!! Bob Peters Mechanic, 8M
Todd 11:38 AM on September 3, 2007
Although we never met Billy, we felt as if we lost a friend as well. Our thoughts & prayers go out the Kimmel family & friends. Godspeed Billy...you will be truly missed!
Michael Brandt 11:37 AM on September 3, 2007
I have to say that I have allot of respect for Bill. He raced with what he could afford because he loved the sport of racing. He did the best he could with the least amount and still had a smile on his face at the end of the night. We will miss you Billy and may God give your family, friends and all those that cared for you the strength to get through this time. God Speed Billy!
Bailey 11:34 AM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family
Maxfield-Wetzel Family 11:34 AM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Kimmel family. Billy will missed by many. God Bless you
Brian 11:33 AM on September 3, 2007
Godspeed Billy, Thoughts and prayers go out to your family, you will be missed
Cam 11:29 AM on September 3, 2007
It's times like these that make you realize just how short life can be. Take time to remember all the good times you had with Bill. My prayers are with the entire family, his girlfriend, all his friends, his racing fans, and his crew.
wolfefan4 11:26 AM on September 3, 2007
God Bless the Kimmel family, my thoughts and prayers are with his parents, family, and friends of Billy. What a great kid who raced for all the right reasons and was always there to gove 100%!!!!!
Travis Racing Engines 11:23 AM on September 3, 2007
Our deepest sympathies to the Kimmel family for their loss.
Donald R. Newman 11:23 AM on September 3, 2007
God bless the Kimmel family. My deepest sympathy to all of you.
Rob Gibson 11:18 AM on September 3, 2007
Thanks for the memories Billy! It is guys like you that keep me coming to the tracks each and every week! RIP and Godspeed, my deepest sympathies go out to the Kimmel family!!!
adam blonde 11:17 AM on September 3, 2007
Godspeed bill! thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends! from blonde motorsports
Jones Motorsports 11:15 AM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Kimmel Family. God bless you. Rest in peace Billy.
Johnson Family 11:15 AM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers will be with you. Thanks for the years of great racing...Godspeed Billy! :(
jim black and family 11:12 AM on September 3, 2007
bill will be miss. it not a good labor day weekend for us with out bill. god bless bill and his family. are pray are with you. Rip BILL
Dan DeCracker 11:10 AM on September 3, 2007
The Kimmel family and friends are in our thoughts and prayers. Got to meet Billy earlier this season at the Grove and was very impressed with him. A very nice young man and a true racer in every sense of the word. Godspeed Billy, we all miss you!
Jon 11:07 AM on September 3, 2007
What a inspiration to all who loved this sport, Billy was doing what he loved. He was always there to give back to the racing community. He will be truly missed by all. Our prayers go out to Julie and his family. Billy God Speed.
Dale 11:04 AM on September 3, 2007
He will be missed....RIP god speed Billy........
Jeff Heotzler Racing 11:03 AM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Kimmel Family.
Mark/ Leeann 11:01 AM on September 3, 2007
Was at the track last night, and are truly saddened. If there weren't guys like you that raced for just the love of the sport, there wouldn't be racing. Always loved cheering for an underdog, and you were one od them. R.I.P.
Matt Sheaffer 11:01 AM on September 3, 2007
RIP Billy...you will be missed. God bless you, your family, and those who are close to you, along with all the PA sprint car fans whom I'm sure we're glad to see you at the track when you could be and be happy for you when you ran well. The sport will not be the same without you, and you will be missed.
w20 fan 11:00 AM on September 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are out to the entire Kimmel family. Rest in peace Billy,we will all miss you.
21D 358 Team 10:54 AM on September 3, 2007
Our teams heavy hearts and prayers goes out to the Family, Friends, and Girlfriend of Bill. May he rest in piece.
Easy Ed 10:53 AM on September 3, 2007
Your in our Prayers..An up and comer and a real nice guy..Billy will be missed.
Brian Marriott 10:52 AM on September 3, 2007
RIP. thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends.It is really hearbreaking to hear of this , I am glad you were doing something that you loved to do.
Keller Family 10:49 AM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers to Billy's family. Rest in peace, Billy.
Jim Chianos 10:47 AM on September 3, 2007
Rip bill!!
Adam 10:43 AM on September 3, 2007
It's chilling remembering the last conversation I had with Billy. Talking about his crotch rocket, he stated, "It doesn't matter how I go as long as it's fast and with a smile on my face!" The help and friendship you gave to us will very truely be missed. You were (and are) an inspiration to any dirt track driver. The love and drive you had to do what you love, with no consequence, Is something that most all of us wish we had. R.I.P and godspeed Billy
Jared 10:43 AM on September 3, 2007
Thoughts and Prayers are with you
Steph 10:39 AM on September 3, 2007
Unfortunately this was the only race I was at this year at the Grove. I did not know Billy, but it breaks my heart that a driver was taken from us. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family, girlfriend, friends, fans, and the whole racing community. God speed Billy!
The Ellerman's 10:39 AM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers to Billy's family and friends. Rest in peace.
Kristi 10:37 AM on September 3, 2007
I'd like to extend deepest sympathy to the entire family and race team. Very sorry for your loss! RIP Billy
Mike 10:34 AM on September 3, 2007
We wish to extend our deepest sympathy to all your family and friends so sorry for the loss. Godspeed Billy
Keith 10:34 AM on September 3, 2007
What a tragedy to lose such a great, young talent. May God be with you, your family, and everyone in the racing world in this time of need. Rest In Peace Billy. You will truly be missed.
Keith and Ann Dietz 10:33 AM on September 3, 2007
We just heard of the tragic loss of Bill Kimmel this morning. We send our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Billy, and ask God to give you strength and allow good memories to flow to you. We are a long time racing family, and we can only begin to imagine your loss. Draw strength and hope from fans and friends. May you begin to find peace, as we all know Bill has.
Lori DiGiamberdini 10:32 AM on September 3, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to the family.
Our Prayers To All 10:31 AM on September 3, 2007
Words Cannot Express All the Sorrow Others Share with You and Your Family. Our Prayers go out to You & All your Family ,Friends and Fans. Deepest Sympathy From Everyone Of The BOWERSOX RACING TEAM[/size]
Team 115 10:30 AM on September 3, 2007
Our prayers go out to Billy's family...R.I.P. Billy....You're racing with the lord now!
"Ed" 10:30 AM on September 3, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss! I hope you can take some comfort from knowing that thousands of fans who only knew Billy from afar - like me, admired and respected him tremendously for his humility and unmatched devotion to the sport he loved. Billy was a dedicated student of sprintcar racing and believe me when I say, that everyone who ever hoped or dreamed of being a sprintcar racer, but never had the chance, saw a little of themselves everytime they watched Billy. And, for that reason, among others, wished him all the best. Everyone was Billy's fan.
jeff 10:29 AM on September 3, 2007
billy kimmel rip god bless you
Greg Trumpower 10:29 AM on September 3, 2007
I just wanted you all to know how sorry I am to hear of this. Please take care , God Bless , Greg
Todd Zinn 10:25 AM on September 3, 2007
RIP My friend.
Jager Racing Team 10:22 AM on September 3, 2007
We All have the deepest sympathy for all the freinds and family of Billy. Its a great loss to lose a fellow racer. GOD BLESS
Steve AM 10:22 AM on September 3, 2007
Rest in peace Billy! You will be missed! It was honor to have you every week at The Grove!
scott glover 10:22 AM on September 3, 2007
It's not the length of life, but the depth of life... our thoghts and prayers are with you. May God help you though this difficult time. SJS Racing/ Scott Glover
Ashley Cappetta 10:21 AM on September 3, 2007
Billy i dont know you but its a chame that what happened when we loose a driver is like loosing family R.i.p. billy
Roy Andrews 10:20 AM on September 3, 2007
Billy was my son's high school buddy and best friend ever since. I pray for God's comfort for Billy's family and friends.
Thom5 10:20 AM on September 3, 2007
My sympathies to Billy's family and friends. We just saw him run on Friday night. RIP Billy.
Doug Mattison 10:18 AM on September 3, 2007
RIP Billy Kimmel. To the Kimmel's, & friends. Our heartfelt condolences. From sprint car fans across the world. "Track Talk" WFLR radio, Dundee, N.Y. , Doug Mattison
Nitro48 10:15 AM on September 3, 2007
Rest in Peace Billy Our thoughts and prayers are with family and friends.
Allen 10:14 AM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts & prayers to the family and race team. Rest in Peace Billy.
Mark 10:13 AM on September 3, 2007
Deepest sympathies and prayers to Billy's family, friends and team.
46 10:08 AM on September 3, 2007
The Lord needed another gasser in heaven. Rest in peace.
Johns Racing and Crew 10:07 AM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers to Billy's family, friends and crew in this difficult time and the times ahead. God's speed, Billy.
CR 10:06 AM on September 3, 2007
Godspeed 47. One of a kind. You will be missed greatly. Thoughts and prayers to Billy's family and friends.
Darin 10:06 AM on September 3, 2007
May you all find peace in this time of tragedy.
The Kisamores 10:05 AM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with Billy and those with whom he was acquainted. It brought us joy to watch Billy do what he enjoyed doing. Rest in Peace Billy. It won't be the same without seeing the 47 on the track.
jonny 10:04 AM on September 3, 2007
So to hear about ur death REAST IN PEACE BILLY:(:(
Simonton Motorsports 03 10:02 AM on September 3, 2007
You are in our prayers. Billy was a good friend and racer, who will be sadly missed. Godspeed!
Bill 10:00 AM on September 3, 2007
May all my families thoughts and prayers go out to the family,team and girlfriend Julie.God bless
Rodney 9:59 AM on September 3, 2007
Billy was a fan favorite and will be sorely missed, rest in peace.
Tim 9:58 AM on September 3, 2007
We were truely shocked when we heard the news about Billy and our deepest sympathy goes to the family, friends and crew. He will be missed.
Sharon 9:58 AM on September 3, 2007
In a blink of an eye, an unbelievable tragedy unfolded in front of us. I hope that peace comes to the family and friends of this young racer. Bless you all...
Chad Layton 9:56 AM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you & your family. Rest in Peace my friend. Godspeed
Daniel 9:53 AM on September 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends and Girlfriend Julie. My gods love and light shine upon you all in your time of need. Bill you will truly be missed...
Team 07 9:52 AM on September 3, 2007
Rest in peace my friend you will be missed dearly. Thoughts and prayers to his familey and friends.
Bradley 9:52 AM on September 3, 2007
Our hearts go out to he entire Kimmel Family and & Crew. God Bless
Steve 9:51 AM on September 3, 2007
Our hearts and prayers go out to you.We know you'll always be at the track in a different way, looking down upon other drivers, trying to keep them safe, R.I.P. Billy
Michael Jaworecki 9:50 AM on September 3, 2007
We are very sorry to hear of Billy's passing. Our prayers are with Billy and his family.
Scott Kiebler 9:50 AM on September 3, 2007
Our heartfelt condolences to you Billy, may you rest in peace. May your family recieve many blessings through the tough times of you no longer being on earth. Our sympathies and prayers to the Kimmel family.
JOEL 9:46 AM on September 3, 2007
Godspeed Bill. Rest In Peace. All of my thoughts and prayers are with you family and friends.
Galloway Motorsports 9:44 AM on September 3, 2007
Our hearts are with Julie and the Kimmel Family. Billy will surely be missed. It was such a pleasure knowing him. Jay, Jeannie and Jacob and Team 27
Donna 9:43 AM on September 3, 2007
My thought and prayers go out to the Kimmel family,Billy's girlfriend and crew. May all your memories help you through this trying time. R.I.P. Billy.
Ron and Kirsten Neese 9:43 AM on September 3, 2007
[Hi I am a race watcher and was ther the night that Bill got injured it was bad and we are sad to see a good driver gone and even though we do not know him personally are prayers go out to the family.
Mcintyre Racing 9:39 AM on September 3, 2007
Our hearts and prayer go out to the family of Bill. My God be with all of you
Amanda 9:37 AM on September 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Kimmel Family. We will all miss you at the track. May god be with the family at this time. RIP Billy Godbless
Brandon 9:37 AM on September 3, 2007
You will def. be missed Billy, a true class act. R.I.P and our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Tobias Racing/Speedway Entertainment 9:36 AM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Billy's family and friends. RIP - Billy Kimmel.
Tommy and Sarah Beavers 9:36 AM on September 3, 2007
Rest in peace, my friend. We will miss you.
Ashley 9:34 AM on September 3, 2007
I love You Billy!! Your one of the sweetest guys i knew...i love you and i miss you deeply CSR Love You!!
Craig Kuhn 9:33 AM on September 3, 2007
I'm sorry for your loss, May god be with the family at a time like this.
Jim Paul 9:32 AM on September 3, 2007
My heart goes out to the Kimmel family for their tragic loss. Bill R.I.P, I'll miss those times you stop by to sit on the front porch and shoot the bull. Godspeed my friend. You will truly be missed
Nathan 9:31 AM on September 3, 2007
My Heart goes out to the Kimmel Family. Billy will always be remembered....R.I.P. Billy...We will all miss you at the track.
Derrick 9:29 AM on September 3, 2007
Our thought and prayers go out to Billy's family and friends. May he rest in peace.
nicole and kevin 9:26 AM on September 3, 2007
our thoughts and prayers go out to the Kimmell family and friends. it was a great pleasure knowing Billy, he was a great person and would do anything for anyone. He had a huge heart. RIP Billy!
Shawn Lebo 9:24 AM on September 3, 2007
R.I.P. Billy! We will greatly miss you around the track.
Charles Murdock 9:23 AM on September 3, 2007
God bless you Billy!
Jennifer 9:21 AM on September 3, 2007
My thoughts and Prayers go out to the Kimmel family and family. .. Such a horrible tragidy. When I heard about it I just couldnt believe. You will be missed.. RIP Billy!
Hooker Race Team 9:21 AM on September 3, 2007
To all of Billy's family and friends, we are so sorry for your tragic loss. I never met Bill personally but was always pulling for him. Its so good to see the small teams get in with the big boys. Billy, we will miss you and God speed my friend.
Todd Gates 9:19 AM on September 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Kimmell family and friends.
Heather 9:16 AM on September 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers to the Kimmel family and friends. RIP Billy, you will be missed.
jeff liek 9:15 AM on September 3, 2007
my thoughts and prayers to the family and friends. i never met bill but enjoyed watching him race at Williams Grove and his open trailer. will be truly missed R.I.P Billy
The Stanfill Family 9:12 AM on September 3, 2007
Our hearts are with the Kimmel Family. God Speed Billy. Bryan & Laura
Bob Servin 9:11 AM on September 3, 2007
So sorry to hear about the tragic loss of Billy. May you find peace in God.
Jackson 9:11 AM on September 3, 2007
RIP Billy! You will be missed!
Jim Tomek Jr 9:10 AM on September 3, 2007
My family and I are very sorry for your loss. You have most heart felt thoughts and prayers.
Gary Dorsett 9:08 AM on September 3, 2007
I help Kevin Briscoe with his ride and I have a great respect for all drivers and their family. I am so sorry and we all send our thoughts and prayers to you all---God be with you
Wagaman Racing 9:07 AM on September 3, 2007
R.I. P. Billy Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Kimmel family. It is times like this that make all the little things seem insignificant.
Dave Exner 9:06 AM on September 3, 2007
With deepest sympathies to Bill's loved ones.
Pastor Dudley 9:05 AM on September 3, 2007
May God grant peace to Billy's family, Julie and all his friends. Another harsh reminder that this is still a tough business. God Bless you all.
Brad 9:04 AM on September 3, 2007
Rest in Peace Billy...Thoughts and prayers to the entire family on such a sad night for the sprint car community
Chris 9:04 AM on September 3, 2007
You did it right, you are now racing on the golden track gods speed billy.. You'll always be a winner to us!!!
Zeigler Kitchens 9:03 AM on September 3, 2007
God Speed Billy...... From the owner and employees of Zeigler Kitchens..... I always enjoyed watching you race......
amy smith 8:59 AM on September 3, 2007
:( my heart goes out to the team and the family of billy. my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. i'm sorry to hear about the tragic accident. with deepest sympathy, amy
tony rawlins 8:58 AM on September 3, 2007
Gods speed ,thoughts and prayer to billys family( keith baxter racing1B)
Jen 8:58 AM on September 3, 2007
my thoughts and prayers to kimmel's family and friends. billster, i will def miss you buddy you were an amazing person and friend i love you dude. r.i.p.
The Marlowe Family 8:53 AM on September 3, 2007
Our thought and prayers go out to the Kimmel Family.
The Kramers 8:45 AM on September 3, 2007
Thoughts and prayers to the Kimmel family. RIP Billy.....you will be missed! Great guy and a great friend to anyone that knew Billy!
Dustin Smith 8:43 AM on September 3, 2007
R.I.P. Bill, you will truely be missed. Rusty
dirtgirl15k 8:42 AM on September 3, 2007
even tho we've never had the honor of meeting this young man our prayers are with him & his family god speed billy you'll be on the pace lap at the next WoO race my friend
Sprntlover 8:42 AM on September 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Kimmel family, friends and team.
Wes Beadman 8:41 AM on September 3, 2007
Words can not convey my sadness. To all concerned from a fan from far away...May God be with you all.
The Root Family 8:39 AM on September 3, 2007
RIP Billy. Godspeed Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Kimmel.
Steve and Janie 8:34 AM on September 3, 2007
Our heartfelt condolences to Bill's family and friends. Godspeed Billy!
Jean 8:34 AM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this tragic time. Family of racer
Amanda 8:33 AM on September 3, 2007
Our prayers and deepest sympathies go out to all of you (friends & family alike) R.I.P Billy
Tim 8:33 AM on September 3, 2007
My son and I hardly ever miss a race and enjoy watching the sprint car racing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends, and the whole racing family. God Bless!!
Rod Ort 8:32 AM on September 3, 2007
Our deeepest sympathy and condolences, Billy was a determined commpetitor and worked hard to realize his dream to race 410's, he will be missed.
randy kaylor 8:21 AM on September 3, 2007
i only ran with billy briefly with the 305 sprints but i could tell he was a really nice guy & loved sprint car racing! he will be missed my deepest condolences go out to his family & friends. randy racerx kaylor
Oliver and Donna 8:21 AM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this most difficult time.
Jason McConnell 8:18 AM on September 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family and friends. RIP Billy......
Phil 8:18 AM on September 3, 2007
Wow. I was lucky to call Bill a good friend for the past 6 years. We had some downtime, but every time we would see each other it was like nothing ever happened. I remember when we would hang out and he would tell me that he was going to make it as a sprint car driver, and how it upset him when people said he couldn't do it. Then how happy he was when he finally did. All the help you lended me in the time of need meant the world, and I never really got to tell you thanks. RIP Bill Phil & Becky
Siegel Racing 8:14 AM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends. Rest in peace Billy.
Jeanette 8:12 AM on September 3, 2007
Rest in peace Billy Our sincere condolences to your family,your girlfriend and fellow drivers
Len 8:11 AM on September 3, 2007
R.I.P. !!! Billy my prayers to the family, friends And Crew.:(
luke 8:04 AM on September 3, 2007
sorry to hear about the lost rest in peace billy
Sean 7:56 AM on September 3, 2007
We decided to skip the races last night. A friend and my cousin both called with the horrible news. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Sherri 7:47 AM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family, we all were sitting with the mom when this all happened. RIP billy
Justin Snyder 7:37 AM on September 3, 2007
Hey, decided to skip the races tonight. Heard the situation over my fire scanner. May for family be in as much opeace as possible. R.I.P. bILLY
Matt 7:32 AM on September 3, 2007
Our Prayers go out to all the family and friends. R.I.P Billy.
Chris Brockman 7:27 AM on September 3, 2007
Down in Floridaon vacation....just heard the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Topper Family 7:25 AM on September 3, 2007
Our deepest thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friend.
Leppo Racing Inc. 7:19 AM on September 3, 2007
Our prayers are with you and your family Billy.
Qman 7:03 AM on September 3, 2007
Rest in Peace Billy.
bill mcintyre III 7:00 AM on September 3, 2007
Godspeed billy. you will be missed.
dan 6:57 AM on September 3, 2007
peace be with you, Billy.
doug grimes 6:57 AM on September 3, 2007
after losing a brother in law in afghanistan last week this is not the news i needed to hear. my thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of billy
Ken Kreit 6:46 AM on September 3, 2007
God Speed Billy ! I never had the opp. to meet Billy, I have seen him race several times at the Grove. Any one who has the drive to compete as Billy did is a special person. To Billy's family, I am truly sorry for your lose.
Dwight Garrett 6:18 AM on September 3, 2007
My heart and prayers go out to all. Today, Billy Kimmel can reach out and touch the face of God. Godspeed my friend, and we'll see you when God calls us home. Till then, we'll keep the candle burning in your memory - and we will never forget. God Bless the family of this wonderful young men. yvonne murray 5:28 AM on September 3, 2007
God bless all, your are in my prayers...
Terry Zellers 5:08 AM on September 3, 2007
My prayers and thoughts are with your whole family and friends at this time. The Zellers racing family truly knows where you were coming from. God speed Billy!
Vicky (\o/) 4:56 AM on September 3, 2007
SOOO sorry to hear about the loss of this wonderful young man. May the Lord comfort ALL Family~N~Frenz. Love~N~Hugzzz, Vicky (\o/)
Matt Giri 4:41 AM on September 3, 2007
RIP BILLY Thoughts go to Billys Family and Friends at this sad time. From Matt Giri and all Australian Sprintcar People.
todd taeger 4:33 AM on September 3, 2007
rest in peace
Jeff 4:25 AM on September 3, 2007
R.I.P Billy. You were a low budget racer doing your best against the best. Take it easy on them at the speedway in the sky. Will not be the same without the #47. I too liked the old school open trailer. My prayers go out to your family, girlfriend and friends.
joey 4:24 AM on September 3, 2007
my thoughts & prayers are with your friends and family, RIP billy
Casey Tiderman 3:56 AM on September 3, 2007
R.I.P. Bill you will be greatly missed. You were there for all the right reasons, to go out and have fun with your friends. Godspeed and the Trailer Trash Chili #47 will forever be out front. Gonna miss seeing ya at the Grove with that old school open trailer. The prayers of the entire Stitzel Racing URC #12 are with your family and friends.
grant 3:53 AM on September 3, 2007
r.i.p billy
dave 3:52 AM on September 3, 2007
sorry for ur loss i know hard but u got all the race with you 2 rip billy
Trent 3:48 AM on September 3, 2007
God Speed to you and Prayers to your family from the Indiana Non-Wing Community.... RIP
Bobby Chronister 3:37 AM on September 3, 2007
R.I.P. Billy May God Be With You...
Kristi 3:35 AM on September 3, 2007
RIP Billy...my thoughts and prayers are with you and yours
Allen Firestine 3:31 AM on September 3, 2007
I was very saddened to hear the news that Bill's life had been taken. I have been a big fan of his since the beginning of this year. He was and still is one of the best drivers. It is unfortunate that he has lost his life, but it happened doing something that he loved doing. My thought and prayers go out to his family, friends, and fellow drivers. May you rest in peace.
SLINK 3:28 AM on September 3, 2007
Godspeed Billy. My deepest thoughts and prayers go out to your family and all of Billy's friends .
Robb (T-440) 3:26 AM on September 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
JASON 3:19 AM on September 3, 2007
GOD BLESS
Terry S 3:16 AM on September 3, 2007
Godspeed Billy, you were one of those quiet heroes who was there to have fun and where winning wasn't everything, just driving your heart out for yourself and the racing fans. In my prayers and going to miss you...
Tim Stallings 3:13 AM on September 3, 2007
My deepest thoughts and prayers go out to your family through all of this. I have always enjoyed watching Bill race as he was always that low buck driver that u always loved to see run good. As a future sprint car driver in the 2008 season this really hits hard and is a serious reality check for myself. jus kno that the thoughts and prayers of every race car fan and team are with your family and we are all saddened for the loss of Bill
Kevin Sharon 3:06 AM on September 3, 2007
Godspeed Billy. We all loved you like a brother. My heartfelt condolences to the Kimmel family.
Scott Ginter 2:44 AM on September 3, 2007
My thought and prayer are with the Kimmel Family and to Julie and her Family, to Nathan and to all the Friends. Billy you will be deeply missed and I can only say Thank You for giving me the chance to be able to work on your race car these last few weeks, its an Honor! Rest In Peace Billy, Love you Brother, you will never be forgotten.:(
Den Small 2:43 AM on September 3, 2007
My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Billy Kimmel. Please let me know if there is anything I can do. Pax vobiscum Billy.
Alyssa 2:40 AM on September 3, 2007
I am very sadden to hear about this awful tragedy. I was there and it just hurt me very much to see a good driver in a horrible accident. My thoughts and prayers go out to every one who knew him and who cared deeply about him.God Bless you!
Gale 2:39 AM on September 3, 2007
I'll be praying for his family. Rest in peace Bill.
Jordan Givler 2:37 AM on September 3, 2007
I have had the privallage of knowing Billy since 2003 when I started helping on Mark Coldren's car, since then I have had many great memories with him and will never forget him. My thoughts and prayers are with Mr. and Mrs. Kimmel, Billy's girlfriend Julie, and all of Billy's friends and family. From hearing many stories about him, this is what he wanted to do since he started helping Mark Coldren, and I can say that he was living his dream. Goodspeed Billy. The 47 will always be out front now.
Pat Cooper 2:35 AM on September 3, 2007
God speed Billy. I'm can be glad to say I raced with one of the good guys. My thoughts and prayers to his family and friends.
Mike S. 2:35 AM on September 3, 2007
My prayers go out to the family. It's a sad day. Bill will be missed. Rest in Peace "shoe"...
Grubb Motorsports 2:34 AM on September 3, 2007
All of us on the 19 team want to pass on our deepest sympathies to the Kimmel family and friends. The sport lost a truly great person, and he will be missed.
B.P. 2:31 AM on September 3, 2007
Godspeed Billy. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family. We'll miss you Billy.
Troy 2:28 AM on September 3, 2007
There are no words that can explain the shock when I heard that Bill lost his life donig what he loved so much, That was driving a sprint car. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and his loved ones. God Bless.....
Tod Eckert 2:25 AM on September 3, 2007
R.I.P. BILLY
Jon Keller 2:25 AM on September 3, 2007
God Speed Billy. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. RIP 47.
Dave Bernatos 2:24 AM on September 3, 2007
God speed and prayers to the Kimmel Family and friends
Brian Kimberly Wood 2:21 AM on September 3, 2007
Our deepest thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Billy Kimmel...RIP #47
D 2:20 AM on September 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Billy. He was truly one of the nice guys. Billy you will be missed.
Kevin Nouse 2:17 AM on September 3, 2007
Everyone at the BG Motorsports #12 would like to send our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Billy. If any of you need anything at all, please don't hesitate to contact me. R.I.P. #47
Jason Bly 2:13 AM on September 3, 2007
My heart goes out to the family and friends of Billy. God Speed indeed Bill! I will miss you dearly.
aaron 2:12 AM on September 3, 2007
godspeed biily my thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends
RON 1:54 AM on September 3, 2007
GOD SPEED BILLY MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU
Mel 1:53 AM on September 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to all family and friends
Sam 1:45 AM on September 3, 2007
R.I.P. and godspeed Billy--our prayers are with you and your family.
anonymous 1:38 AM on September 3, 2007
all family and friends are in my prayers.
bags 1:32 AM on September 3, 2007
R.I.P Bill our prayers are with you
Rob Simon 1:29 AM on September 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Kimmel family and friends.
Glenn Family 1:23 AM on September 3, 2007
Our prayers go out to billy's family and friends.Billy will be missed dearly.
Dan Houser 1:21 AM on September 3, 2007
R. I. P. Billy the whole racing community will miss you very dearly
Michael 1:19 AM on September 3, 2007
God Speed 47
Fritz Family 1:17 AM on September 3, 2007
R. I. P. Billy You will be missed by all There are no words to discribe what happened
beautiful 7:52 PM on July 25, 2007
:tongue:I love You... hope u have a good season racing with the new and improved motor ill still be there being your helmet gurl and your pit chick ill always be by yourside though thick and thin. im so excited for the beach to relax with u.. i love you and cant wait to spend the rest of are lives together..... p.s dont kill me on the bike mwah.....
Kyle Hollinger 5:38 PM on July 11, 2007
Long time no see, good luck with the rest of the season. I can't wait to come out and see you kick some ass!!!! Kyle
beautiful 4:55 PM on June 28, 2007
hey hunny good luck friday night ill be there cheering u an kyle on becareful i know its slower then your 410 but its just more practice for you out there. mwah. i love you
John Kimmel 7:18 PM on May 26, 2007
Good Luck!
beautiful 12:35 PM on May 12, 2007
hey babe good luck this weekend against the outlaws love, me
beautiful 5:31 PM on May 11, 2007
i love you so much have a great season ill be there right by yourside the whole way though!!!! cheering u on and lance of course hehe:D:tongue: mwah... and thanks for everything u do for me it DOES mean alot!
colton 9:02 PM on May 8, 2007
good luck this year......hope to c ya hav a win soon8)
Jimmy White 8:12 PM on April 28, 2007
Good Luck this season
rockey ridge outlaw 9:43 PM on April 24, 2007
hot shoe!!!! elicker was ballin about his pants that he ripped on ur roof goooooooooooooooood luck seeya at the shop
Laura McCorkel 6:05 PM on April 16, 2007
Good Luck this year, I will be there at the Grove to see you win!!
ttrash 7:56 AM on April 16, 2007
great performance at the grove on friday...its sunday now and everyone is still talkin about it. tires make a difference!!!
Danielle 9:56 PM on April 15, 2007
whats up Bill...you're the man!! See ya at the shop!
Sheri 12:10 PM on April 2, 2007
Hi Bill, I am a friend of your mom's from the Navy Base. I've watched you run various times and again this past Friday night. You are doing a great job. Keep the Faith...you too will get big name sponsers and you'll be beating the big boys. You make your mom proud!
Pete Trimble 6:58 PM on March 22, 2007
Hey Billy haven't seen you for awhile, Anyhow good luck this year and be safe. If you need help LET ME KNOW, you know I will help you just ask. Be safe and keep the rubber on the dirt and that foot to the floor!
Ashley 9:26 AM on March 10, 2007
Bill is the coolest Hotshoe in DIllsburg!!!!!!!!!!!!
Trailer Trash Chili 5:49 PM on March 5, 2007
BK.. you did a good job with what the track had to offer...at least you didn't trash any equipment...see ya again next week!
rsp 4:38 PM on March 1, 2007
Go luck in 2007!!!!
Sea Bass 11:19 PM on November 28, 2006
Bill, good luck to you and the team in 2007. Can't wait to see the new paint scheme.
Jkimmel 12:43 AM on November 28, 2006
Hey Bill miss you, see you when I get home. Mom
Billy Kimmel 6:14 PM on October 29, 2006
Thanks to everyone who helped us this year! We will soon update my profile with a new personal picture(since i lost 48 pounds) and have more pictures from the last races we ran.
Kelly 4:22 AM on October 17, 2006
Saw Lynn last weekend on way to Bike Week and got caught up on your racing exploits. Your North Carolina fans are very proud of you and know you will soon be in victory circle!!!!! Let us know when you are on ESPN so we can watch. We will come next next season to watch you race in person at the Grove.
Billy Kimmel 3:25 PM on October 12, 2006
For anyone interested we should be at lincoln on sat. the 21st We will have pictures from the Outlaw show to sign and hand out before and after the show please stop and pick one up!!!!!
mike\'s friend tahnee 10:00 PM on October 10, 2006
Hi Bill, just wanted to say thanks for the autographed picture for my son! he loves cars and will be so excited to have this! i'm going to have it framed before he gets the chance to take it "night-night" hopefully we'll get to see you race real soon. (beerhill sounds like fun)
Billy Kimmel 3:19 PM on October 2, 2006
Thanks for all the support from the beerhill gang you guys are great. Special thanks to traier trash chili and seabass chili
Trailer Trash Chili 9:31 PM on October 1, 2006
Bill, thanks for signin autographs at the cookoff, the car looked impressive sat at the nat, thanks for stoppin the car at beerhill, we were yellin and screamin
julie goda 11:04 PM on September 18, 2006
hey you... wow where to start well i have to say first the bad bill is so much better then the good bill u know ... haha and my haha's on text messageing hope u race in the nst's friday the 28th and the 29th i have hope in you. you better wave at me on 10n trailor or beer hill witch ever i tell u before u go o yea by the way if any of you dont know who i am im the tear off girl and helmet girl so hope to c everyone there at the grove waah waah waah trevor knows hahaha good luck babe
anonymous 6:11 PM on August 14, 2006
this is BAD news BK....i take it you got the rear end in saturday morning, you never called me......???
Billy Kimmel 10:11 PM on August 13, 2006
Well the car was fast again on saterday at lincoln but the left front torsion arm broke and we trashed the car. sorry fans we will be back out as soon as we can build another car. And again thank you for all the support
trailer trash 10:54 PM on August 7, 2006
8) you know it BK....you've got alot of friends up there
Billy Kimmel 1:42 AM on August 6, 2006
Thanks to the Beerhill gang and Spintlover for the donation! We plan on getting The gang larger on the car, since we know we can trust them "they are are watching our back"
Pete Trimble 7:59 PM on July 31, 2006
Good luck with the car and be safe. Never thought you would be doing what you always dreamed and talked about. Good luck Billy.
John 12:29 AM on July 24, 2006
Sorry for your contest raw deal by Todd at SSP. Todd is 100% wrong on several things. With no 410's on this cards for this show, the contest should have been canceled or never announced in the first place. You did show up and did do your wheelie, so bottom line You get the 1000.00 bucks, hands down. Todd screwed you and the fans must hold him accountable. What is next only 14 -- 410's show up so he has to cut the pay out with no warning. I for one WILL NOT attend SSP till he makes things right with your team. Question, Did you and your crew pay for a pit pass to get in for this contest ?????
Sea Pig 12:13 AM on July 24, 2006
Good luck to you Bill on the rest of the season. The car looks great even with the Trailer Rash decal on it.:blink:
freakshow 10:17 PM on July 23, 2006
Hey Billy, Saw your wheelie demo at SSP Thursday night. My two sons thought you were great! Looking forward to seeing your first win. Good luck and hope to meet you at autograph night at Susequehanna.
ttrash91 2:50 PM on July 8, 2006
Billy check out new pics on my website!!!!!
Loretta 10:38 PM on July 2, 2006
Bebop, Your website is awesome! sorry it took me so long to look it up. I never get on here. I need to more often. Your car is cool! I hope we can come watch you race sometime. I am proud of you, really, for chasing your dream of racing and doing such a great job. I hope you are happy. You truely deserve to be. And I appologize if I did anything to delay this dream for you. Well, keep your head up high and get out there and kick butt!!!! (but, please be careful! :wink:) You can call me anytime. i never answer at home, so call my cell. Incase you no longer have that #, it is... 319-5662. i miss you. It would be cool to get together so my son can meet you. Can you believe my little angel is already 15 months young today?????? AAAAAUUUUUGGGGGHHHH!!!!! OK, bye for now. Tell everyone I said Hello!
Bob Brant 10:54 PM on June 21, 2006
just thinking of you you punk you owe me a breakfast or a win good luck se ya soon
Jay 9:13 PM on June 21, 2006
Hey Bill you know of a 358 laying around? I would like to catch a show or two at the Grove this year yet. Shoot me an e-mail and I can give you my # so we can talk it over. Good luck this weekend. I think we are side lined for now having to travel 3 hrs each way is alittle to costly at this time. I guess we should have kept that motor we sold. LOL
ttrash91 10:27 PM on June 20, 2006
good luck at the grove with the new 410 motor this friday, hope the last batch of chili gave you some pep, remember POWER OUT NEVER LIFT!!!
ASHLEY 12:52 AM on June 13, 2006
BILL YOU'RE THE COOLEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D
Billy Kimmel 11:37 PM on June 12, 2006
Hey ttrash91 we could use a fresh bucket o chili !!! Had some requests for it at the track, Maybe we could kick out brickers french frie stand and move the trailer in up there on the hill!!! See you at the track Billy Kimmel47 p.s. new photo cards comming out soon!!:!:
Billy Kimmel 11:29 PM on June 12, 2006
Jay, Great to hear that you guys are having some fun! I finished 17th at lincoln on sat, with the 360 motor . We will be at ssp for the make-up show thursday, then lincoln again on sat. Hopefully we will have the 410 in for sat. Great hearing from you Jay, take racing one night at a time and have fun!!! Best of luck!! Billy8)
Jay Batdorf 11:03 PM on June 7, 2006
Hey Bill we finally got to run again went to Hesston qualified & started 24 (rookie status) worked up to 15th before having a RR go down ended 20. Very dry slick track. looking to get out the 17th. Good luck this weekend. Drop me a line if you get to it.:unsure:
ttrash91 10:17 PM on June 7, 2006
hey bill are some of your other hobbies include eat the famous trailer trash chili? i got another batch comin up buddy....good luck at the 360 nationals , won't be there unfortunally, but will be gettin updates
Billy Kimmel 10:49 PM on June 4, 2006
Thanks for the support from all the ssp fans ! Keep it up and I'll try my best to put on a good show for you all. Thank You Billy Kimmel 47
Jay Batdorf 8:20 PM on April 30, 2006
Hey Bill I just wanted to thank you for all of the help on saturday night at Lincoln. You turned a possible nightmare into a dream come true. Thank You Jay Batdorf & Deuce motorsports team
Ed Kratzer 1:59 PM on April 28, 2006
Billy, YOU ARE A GASSER !!!!!!!!!!
Brian G. 12:03 AM on April 8, 2006
Good Luck this year Bill. I hope you have a safe and WINNING race season. Remember to drive with your head, keep cool. I think you are going to be big some day. Keep up the good attitude. Maybe next year my business will be better and I will be able to sponsor you. Again GOOD LUCK!
Ryan Wilson 5:14 PM on March 15, 2006
Hey Bill you fix the dishwasher at my aunts bar The Spot on Turn Pike road..i think...but good luck this year i may see you around at the races!! Stay outa trouble....beat freddie rahmer:D
Jenn 2:42 AM on March 10, 2006
Be carefull through out your racing days Bill
J. Batdorf 11:11 AM on February 24, 2006
Hey Bill can you send me the specs for the cam in the 305? I need them ASAP. Thanks Jay
crazy jim 10:39 PM on February 23, 2006
cool site ,cars looking pretty cool too .....i definatly gotta catch one of the races this spring ........i'll pop up one of these days to hang out ....good luck this year
Bill Kimmel 4:47 PM on January 24, 2006
Hi, I have the same name(Bill Kimmel). Thought I would say HI and Good Luck on winning!
Jesse Kratzer 1:18 AM on December 7, 2005
Hey bud, first off good luck in 06'. Glad to see things are working out in a 410 for ya. Don't be afraid to ask for help on the car once in a while if you need it.
mike kennedy 9:06 PM on November 19, 2005
congrats on the sprinter I guess all those days wasted in school dreaming about racing came true good luck buddy c u at susquhanna
Paul Albert` 12:39 AM on November 13, 2005
I wish you lots of luck next year Bill, I'll be watching
Deuce Motorsports 2B 11:07 PM on November 3, 2005
Nice site Bill. Would you please contact me A.S.A.P ....
Steve Poplaski 9:31 PM on October 10, 2005
8) Cool Site Bill! Hope you have a blast next year at the races! Best wishes from: "Mister Wizard" #42 Sprint Car
Dan Souza 8:04 PM on October 7, 2005
Nice looking site. Jordan Good luck next year Bill. From the 0 team Lafferty Racing
mike gill 5:35 PM on October 7, 2005
can't wait to see you in action at ssp every thursday in 2006!!!!
kenny schaszberger 4:01 PM on October 7, 2005
nice website. hope you do good next year
pancho 9:07 AM on October 7, 2005
Nice Site Billy! Thanks for your help moving the store and Best of Luck to you in 2006.
 
 

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