In Memorium

ELDORA’S BERNEICE BALTES

ALTHOUGH IT HAS BEEN nearly two decades since Earl and Berneice Baltes sold Eldora Speedway to Tony Stewart, she was still Eldora Speedway First Lady. Berneice, who passed away on February 24, co-founded the famous raceway in 1954 and was an integral part of every piece of Eldora history. She famously managed the concessions – including the world famous pizza burgers – and the Eldora ballroom and strived to make sure that every visit to Eldora was full of hospitality and innovation. Berneice was inducted into the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame and often served on promotion panels. Berneice was 93.

Photos: Paul Arch

TMC’S HARROLD ANNETT

OFTEN KNOWN AS the owner of the most beautiful Sprint Car ever, Harrold Annett built his TMC Trucking Company into a worldfamous brand while simultaneously leaving an indelible mark on the sport. Annett first owned a sprint car for Mike Brooks in the late 1970s before teaming with Sammy Swindell in the mid-1980s. Aside from his success on the track, Annett also had a successful real estate business in the Lake of the Ozarks region. Annett was married to his wife Debbie for 38 years. His son, Michael, continues the family’s racing legacy and competes in NASCAR’s highest levels.

Photos: Paul Arch