Death Of Tony Stewart’s Father Figure Leaves Him Heartbroken

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A terrible week has shattered this racing star’s heart.

The entire community of NASCAR fans and professionals have been left devastated following the tragic loss of 27-year-old Bryan Clauson earlier this week. 

They have remembered him in many beautiful ways, and have pledged their support for his favorite charity by donning special “BC” stickers on their race cars and bright green tee shirts with his emblem on it. 

But, the week only got worse – especially for one of the sport’s best-known drivers, Tony Stewart. 

On the 8th of August, Stewart tweeted about the loss of his close friend, Clauson, but barely more than 24 hours later, he opened up about another heartbreaking death. 

 

It’s been a tough week. Losing @BryanClauson and now one of the best Midget owner/crew chiefs of all time Larry Howard. Was a 2nd father 2me

— Tony Stewart (@TonyStewart) August 10, 2016

 

Larry Howard was a longtime owner in the Midget series of racing, the same division that Clauson was racing in when he was involved in his fatal crash. 

Throughout the many years that Howard and Stewart have been involved in racing, they always had a special bond – which is clear in the racing driver’s heartbroken message to fans. 

Following a devastating week of loss for Stewart, he urged all of his followers to make sure they reached out to their close friends and family with a message of love. 

 

Do me a favor. Pick up your phone and call/text you friends and family and just tell them you love them today. That’s all.

— Tony Stewart (@TonyStewart) August 10, 2016