A CELEBRATION FOR A GREAT CHAMPION

WILKERSON HONORED AT BANQUET

A tribute for Tim Wilkerson and crew was held on Saturday, November 29, 2008 in Springfield, Illinois. The banquet was put together by the Wilky Warriors, a group of enthusiast supports of Wilkerson Racing.

Serving as the Masters of Ceremonies were Scott Gardner and Dan Driscoll (substituting for Tazz Hines who had the flu). Nearly 300 people attended the tribute as awards were presented to the Wilkerson Crew and Family.

Several special guests made it the podium, including Dick Levi from Levi, Ray & Shoup who have sponsored Wilkerson for several years. Dick talked about how the company enjoyed their association with Tim Wilkerson and see the future as very bright. Next up was drag racing journalist and announcer extraordinaire, Bret Kepner. He pointed out the absolute underdog position that Wilkerson came from and how stunning it was to see him rise to the top, ahead of multi-car high financed race teams. Springfield Mayor Tim Davlin then made a proclamation that November 29, 2008 was Tim Wilkerson Day. The formal part of the tribute concluded as Tim Wilkerson took to the podium and thanked his supporters, sponsors, crew and family as he held back tears.

“This tribute was well deserving of a great man, family and team” commented Scott Gardner. “Both Dan and I were highly honored to be included in this celebration.”