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Old 01-26-2008, 06:55 PM
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Herbert's two sons lost in tragic automobile accident
By Rob Geiger Sr., NHRA.com senior editor
1/26/2008

The two young sons of Top Fuel racer Doug Herbert were killed in an automobile accident Saturday morning in Lake Norman, N.C. Jon, 17, and James, 12, died instantly when their Mazda3 collided with a second vehicle. Herbert, who was in Phoenix for preseason testing, is heading home to be with his family.

The thoughts and prayers of the entire NHRA staff are with the Herbert family at this difficult time.

Condolences can be sent to Raymer Funeral Home, 16901 Old Statesville Road, Huntersville, N.C. 28078, or via email, condolences@dougherbert.com.

In lieu of flowers, Herbert asks that people make a donation to the Speedway Children's Charities in Jon and James Herbert's name. For more information click here.
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That is Very sad. I have always liked Doug and get to see him every year here in Seattle.

Our hearts go out to him and his family.
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thats tragic. i have one son and would be devastated and unable to function if something like that happened to me.
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I enjoyed reading his blog on the NHRA website. Doug was a very involved parent when it came to his kids, and he spent a lot of time with his kids even with his business and racing taking so much of his time.




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