This week we lost two great men. Bernie Partridge and his son John Partridge passed away within a short time of each other. Bernie was a Vice President of the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) and was very respected by the Parks family. A celebration of life for Bernie Partridge will take place Thursday, April 19 at 2 PM at the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum. His son John was a track announcer and track official at Irwindale and other drag strips. John Partridge's Memorial will be held at Irwindale Speedway Saturday, April 21, at 10 PM. Dates and places taken from the NHRA website. Sincerely, Richard Parks
