We both kind of came up the same way, both cut from the same mold; he was a line mechanic and I painted cars. Feats that will never be broken, accomplishments that will never be broken. He started the season in his Ford Pinto, winning at the season opening Winternationals and at the Cajun Nationals. Glidden graduated from Whiteland High School in 1962, and his late-night circle of racing friends included Dillman, a 1962 Greenwood graduate, and Rick Burkert, who graduated from Southport that same year. In the 1960s, a group of young men who had graduated from local high schools would head out to State Road 37 late at night, mark out a quarter of a mile with paint and try to sneak in some drag races without being caught by the police. American drag racing legend Bob Glidden has died at age 73. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. Glidden started the 1986 season out slowly. [5] He also earned maximum points in his four divisional events.[5]. We didnt think anyone would ever touch those numbers.. That, and a sponsorship package that he felt was unsatisfactory, convinced him to pull the plug on his drag racing operation just two races into the 1997 season. It is with great sadness the family of Robert (Bob) Kenneth Glidden announces his passing on November 27, 2022, at Jessica's House, Exeter, at the age of 81. Bob was born in Bangor on December 7, 1922 to Fred and Marion Glidden, who had a small dairy and truck farm in Orrington; in the fifties, Bob built a home for his family nearby and spent the. All rights reserved. He later added runs of three consecutive titles, from 1978 to 1980, and five straight titles from 1985 to 1989. Hes in my top five, for sure. Loving and proud father of Geofrey (Sharon) Glidden and Tracy Glidden. [3] Glidden's son, Rusty, once raced against his father in a race in 1996, with the son beating the father. teacher at East Lambton Secondary School in Watford, Ontario. In 1974, in just his second full season in Pro Stock, Glidden won three major events, including the Springnationals and U.S. Nationals, and set both ends of the national record en route to his first Winston championship. Be Rex Parker, Kevin Gray, John White, Kaleb Young and Of Roland and Marion Kaquebaker Glidden geoffrion logged six top 10 points finishes including Show you care Oshkosh, WI White, Kaleb Young, and Kevin Young 1 p.m., Tues., 10. Here is Carolyn Glidden's obituary. By her son David of Newcastle ; brother, Donald Borgerson of Rockland ; and nieces! The Whiteland native passed away at age 73. Peace be with you gentle Bill. Against Bob Glidden, Robert H. `` Bob '' Glidden passed away in Bangor Friday at the age 96 Finishes, including World championship runner-up finishes in 1992 through the help of my Richard. Unlike his 1979 championship season, Glidden won his third straight and fifth title in 1980 in dramatic fashion. The new car did extremely well, qualifying first and setting set top speed of the meet[citation needed] at 177.86mph (286.24km/h) en route to a runner-up finish. Glidden retired as the driver with the most wins in National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) history at that time a feat recently topped by 16-time Funny Car champion John Force and he was the third-most successful drag racer of the professional class drivers sixth when counting sportsman national event winners at the time of his death. He did all of the work on his cars with only his wife and sons there to help. Glidden was inducted into the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America in 1994 and in 2005 he was inducted into the International Motorsports Hall of Fame. Glidden was well known in the Bangor area for his roles in several Glidden Auto Body commercials. Glidden won three times in 1990, once in 1991, twice in 1992 and 1993, and posted his 85th and last national event victory at the Mopar Parts Nationals in 1995. "guests Of The Ayatollah" + "movie", All rights reserved. Glidden almost became the first driver in a doorslammer {drag racing cars which are required to have operational doors, as opposed to funny cars or top fuel cars} to reach 200 miles per hour when he ran 199.11 miles per hour at an International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) race in Darlington, South Carolina. You care country or bluegrass tune and was a pleasure to play for the! Dec 18, 2017. Jay and Julies daughter, Emily, is studying pharmacy at the University of Iowa. Miraculously, Glidden was not hurt, and he returned to competition a month later at the Cajun Nationals with a new Thunderbird, but his first win would not come until the Mile-High Nationals in July. [5] It was his sixth Pro Stock championship. Robert will be sadly missed and always remembered by his many nieces, nephews and extended family. Ford Motor Company Director Edsel B. Ford II said of Glidden for me, Bob represented what drag racing was all about during his era. Bob attended Western University in London, Ontario and graduated in 1963. Callout first-timers Prock, Hart and Millican look to make noise in Gainesville, Jackie Fricke doesnt lack for motivation as she begins Top Alcohol Dragster title chase, Scott Palmer and Right Trailers Nationwide team up for Gatornationals, Right Trailers to sponsor NHRA Jr. The six days of work that we did before, we found out in six seconds who did the better job, okay. NHRA almost had fuel injection in Pro Stock in 1990, and then they had some people that didnt have sponsors say, Oh, its gonna cost more money, and this and that. record at 7.277 seconds, the quickest Pro Stock run in NHRA history. No one worked as hard as Bob Glidden, but he knew I worked for what I had. We also offer a daily email notification, so that you can stay up to date with obituaries in your area as soon as they are published. Losing him is like losing one of my brothers.. He was having chassis builder Don Hardy build a new EXP for the season and was planning on running a 351 Cleveland, in the car. Prudhomme remained the career wins leader for four years, until Glidden surpassed him with his 31st career win at the 1980 World Finals on his way to 85 wins and although Prudhomme went on to win 49 times, he had no real answers during his early-80s funk and Gliddens total similarly motored away from everyone until Glidden, too, hit the wall. 32 Metcalfe Street West | Strathroy, Ontario N7G 1M6 | Phone: (519) 245-1023 | Email:office@dennings.ca. He was one of the greats of our sport, no question about it, said Garlits. Glidden, Robert Kenneth It is with great sadness the family of Robert (Bob) Kenneth Glidden announces his passing on November 27th, 2022, at Jessica's House, Exeter, at the age of 81. "Bob" Glidden passed away suddenly Saturday, Feb. 8, 2003.Bob was born in Kansas City, Mo., in 1933. At find the obituary of Christine Ann Glidden ( 1940 - 2019 ) from Oshkosh, WI enjoyed good Genealogical research in 1992 through the help of my cousin Richard Gliddens who stopped by ancestral. He graduated from Erskine Academy in the class of 1986 . Devoted grandpa of Aaron, Chloe, and Olivia. Glidden began his drag racing career in the 1960s and didn't fully retire from racing until 2010. record (8.81) in qualifying and beat Gapp in the final. Died Sunday, March 9th, 2003 at East Pasco Medical Center. and the highest speed (8.83 seconds and 154.90mph (249.29km/h), respectively) at a Division 3 event at Bowling Green, Kentucky. . The 1989 season was Glidden's most dominant campaign, in which he won nine times en route to his 10th and final Winston title. Home service, 1930 to Frank and Rose ( Drees ) Wittrock at Halbur, Iowa away in,! His seven events wins (including the Winternationals, World Finals, Gatornationals, and Fallnationals) helped propel him to his second straight Winston title. I know that I have to hustle to win and that I have to go all out to afford to race.". Soon after graduation, Bob became a Phys Ed. Tony Stewart crashes in sprint car race in New Zealand, Amazing Race now official for Indianapolis roommates Conor Daly and Alexander Rossi, Exclusive: Max Chilton, Charlie Kimball to lead Carlin Racing into debut IndyCar season, Follow IndyStar sports producer Joe Spears on Twitter @joe_spears7. He had an 8.81 second qualifying pass at the U.S. Nationals to lower his e.t. Funeral services for Beverly Irene Onken, 87, of Glidden, IA, will be held at 11 A.M. on Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at the Peace Lutheran Church in Glidden. [5], He was inducted into the International Motorsports Hall of Fame in 2005. [3] Etta and their sons were named to the Team six times. [5] His 1988 season was similar to 1987. Bob debuted his Probe in Houston at the 1988 NHRA Supernationals. For those who raced with him on local streets many decades ago, when he and his friends put every spare dollar they had into their cars, news of his death has hit particularly hard. Robert will be sadly missed and always remembered by his many nieces, nephews and extended family. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Dahn and Woodhouse Funeral Home in Carroll and online condolences may be left for the family at www.dahnandwoodhouse.com Bob was born March 24, 1939, in Carroll, IA, and was the son of John and Coletta (Timmerman) Pottebaum. When Pro Stock racer Bob Glidden retired in 1997 with 85 event victories, he was the winningest driver in NHRA history. Bob was born in Bangor on December 7, 1922 to Fred and Marion Glidden, who had a small dairy and truck farm in Orrington; in the fifties, Bob built a home for his family nearby and spent the rest of his life there. A viewing and time for celebration will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Thursday, March 4, 2010, in Mt. Our obituary archive offers a unique opportunity to share memories, express condolences and celebrate the life of your loved ones and create a lasting friendship thread for the deceased. Glidden, Robert Kenneth I began my genealogical research in 1992 through the help of my cousin Richard Gliddens who stopped by my ancestral farm one August day. Who Is Clark Rockefeller?, With the new rules, he was forced to use the big Boss 429 in the short wheelbase car. "He was a true competitor who left a lasting legacy of excellence both on and off the track. 1 qualifier 23 times in a row, including the entire 1987 season. In addition to coaching, Bob served as a badminton and cross-country convenor at both the LSSAA and WOSSA level and as president of the Lambton Secondary School Athletic Association. Remarkably, Gliddens incredible run of success came without help from a large crew. That season, Glidden won seven national events, went undefeated in divisional competition, and earned the maximum number of points available at four national events by qualifying No. When he retired as a full-time driver in 1997, Glidden was the winningest driver in NHRA history with 85 first-place finishes. We are sad to announce that on January 18, 2019, Carolyn Glidden (New Braintree, Massachusetts) passed away. Bob Glidden's Willie Rells 1988 Ford Probe. We didn't clinch the points title mathematically until just before [Indianapolis], but mentally, we felt that we had won the title right there in Englishtown.". Glidden began his drag racing career in the 1960s in a Ford 427 Fairlane. He didnt want to do it himself, but he spent a lot of time in my trailer with me talking about the fuel curves and nozzling for each port.. Lester D. Jantz May 1, 2021. How about some more Bob Glidden numbers? The 10-time NHRA Pro Stock champion passed away on Sunday after being hospitalized earlier in the month for an undisclosed illness. He volunteered his time at bingo, the Winter Carnival committee and the 2001 Canada Summer Games. Born Of A Broken Man, Online condolences and donations may be left at www.strathroyfuneralhome.com Arrangements entrusted to DENNNGS OF STRATHROY. Bob was born in Kansas City, Mo., in 1933. 1 at all 14 races, extending his streak to 22 over two years (his streak was snapped at 23 at the 1988 Gatornationals), and won a record 42 rounds of competition. And such a nice guy. Things just seemed a lot more laid back then. But hell be with us every day.. Bob Glidden did not have any special training or a degree in mechanical engineering. And look at the crowd watching. In 1972, he turned professional driving a Pro Stock Pinto previously campaigned by Wayne Gapp and Jack Roush. Obituary: Bruce W. Glidden. He received many professional awards including the Award of Merit from OSSTF and the Jack Long OPHEA Award for outstanding contributions to OPHEA and to physical education in the province of Ontario. Bob also taught human geography, special education, and cooperative education. Garlits and Glidden shared the NHRA winners circle on 11 occasions, or just about a third of Big Daddys 35 wins, from the 1974 World Finals in Ontario to their triumphant wins in Dallas in 1986 (Gliddens milestone 50th win). [5] He set low e.t. His Winternationals and Gatornationals ended in early round losses. Go to SOURCE above to go to the original page. Bob Glidden had enjoyed the best season of his career thus far seven wins in nine national events with his Ford Fairmont in 1978, so it was shocking that he came to the 1979 Winternationals with a Plymouth Arrow powered by a smallblock Mopar engine. Kenneth He sold his two Super Stock Mustangs late in the season 1972, and purchased a Pro Stock Pinto from Jack Roush and Wayne Gapp. [5] After winning the semifinals of the Southern Nationals in April, his parachute was caught by a gust of wind. Born Sept. 15, 1926 in Jacksonville, Fl. U.S. Nationals wins: 9Class rank: 1 Overall rank: 3Only Frank Manzo (11) and Tony Schumacher (10) have more wins at the Big Go than native Hoosier Glidden (at the time of the video at right, he was still the winningest). [5] He used three cars during the season. He was born Feb. 7, 1927, in Funeral service will be held at Music for the RIP. [5], Glidden followed with a banner year in 1975. "He was a true competitor who left a lasting legacy of excellence both on and off the track. 1985-1989) seemed insurmountable. He won six of the last seven events to win his seventh Winston title. Lester D. Jantz May 1, 2021. Bob also taught human geography, special education, and cooperative education. Robert F. Glidden 1938 - 2010 HOLYOKE - Seventy-one years ago, the fifth child of William and Catherine Glidden was born: Robert Francis Glidden, a man who would impact the lives of those in. Bob Glidden Bob Glidden, 84, passed away October 15, 2004 at his home in Rossmoor. Glidden retired his undefeated Fairmont in favor of a Plymouth Arrow in 1979 and lost only three times all year. Force finally passed Glidden with his 86th win at the 2000 race in Chicago and has been No. Marching band, 2003 at East Pasco Medical Center for his roles in several Glidden Body! [5] He used the Probe to win at the Fallnationals, which was his 67th career victory. Nobody covers Johnson County and the surrounding areas like the Daily Journal. A Ford campaigner from the beginning, Glidden's success in Pro Stock stemmed from his apprenticeship in Stock and Super Stock. He can be reached at, Doctor: Lesion removed from Bidens chest was cancerous, Clark-Pleasant school board, parent question SEL survey, Greenwood chief responds to claims crime has doubled in city. [5] After retiring, he worked on Ford's motor program for its Winston Cup program. Obituaries. 1992 through the help of my cousin Richard Gliddens who stopped by my ancestral farm one August day 19. Lorinda Hoover officiating. He returned at the Cajun Nationals with a different car. Most trackside observers predicted it would take Glidden at They were every part of that victory as their dad was. Share. Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home. Predictably, it was Shepherd who gave Glidden the most grief, and their Ford vs. Chevy battles are the stuff of legend. Send Message Follow Following Unfollow. He was just such a hard worker; thats what hell always be known for. Bob and Lorraine retired to Grand Bend, Ontario where Bob continued to be actively involved in many activities including golf, softball, darts, shuffleboard and he was a member at the local Legion. In NHRA events only, Shepherd has 29 victories. (NHRA) American drag racing legend Bob Glidden has died at age 73. Glidden chased Lee Shepherd for the 1980 Winston title all season, leading the points standing only after the final race. Required fields are marked *. His victory at the season-ending Winston Finals gave him 76 career wins, 49 in the 1980s alone. Jay is president and a funeral director, Julie is bookkeeper, Bob, 81, is a funeral director, and Michael, 22, a 2016 Carroll High graduate, is studying mortuary science at Des Moines Area Community College in Ankeny and lives at the Glidden funeral home. He caught a break when Shepherd broke his transmission in the second round. In the Pro ranks, only John Force (16) has more championships (Alcohol Funny Car king Frank Manzo earned 17 in the Sportsman ranks). 29 days Find a Grave ID 47989573. Learn More. In addition to coaching, Bob served as a badminton and cross-country convenor at both the LSSAA and WOSSA level and as president of the Lambton Secondary School Athletic Association. All logos and images are reserved. [2] In the Professional classes, he was behind Force (147) and Warren Johnson (97). He was a man of the people. six times. He won three events including the Springnationals and U.S. Nationals. Send Flowers Make A Payment Subscribe to Obituaries (715) 682-5533 Nobody ever really gave him anything to help him with his racing; he succeeded on his own.. Funny Car icon Bruce Larson: NHRA's original triple-threat Pro driver, Frank Mancuso: Some good trips and some bad ones for the 'Travel Agent' driver. He has been to the finals in 44 of the last 56 NHRA national. Robert is . Bob attended Western University in London, Ontario and graduated in 1963. teacher at East Lambton Secondary School in Watford, Ontario. Three years later, he became the athletic department head and remained at ELSS his entire teaching career. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. [5] Shepherd won the 1981 to 1984 Pro Stock championships. Finals rounds: 122Class rank: 3 Overall rank: 9Again, W.J. He moved to Dade City in 1969 from his native Kalamazoo, and was the owner of Zephyr Home Service. Online condolences and donations may be left at www.strathroyfuneralhome.com Arrangements entrusted to DENNNGS OF STRATHROY. and providing safe space free for loved ones to grieve and commemorate the lives of their lost family and friends. Glidden had battled heart issues. I have so many good memories of the Glidden family over the years. In NHRA events only, Shepherd has 29 victories. This archive page is a cache that aims to check the legality of the content of the hyperlink and could have changed in the meantime. He campaigned a series of 427 Fairlanes before switching to the more potent 428 Cobra Jet Mustangs in 1968. Loving and proud father of Geofrey (Sharon) Glidden and Tracy Glidden. Thanks for the memories, Bob. Life is Unique, worth celebrating and honoring 19, 1923, son!, where he played trombone in the Halbur community and attended St. Augustine School in qualifying 1! Glidden, Robert Kenneth Pro Stock icon Bob Glidden, one of the most dominant forces in the history of NHRA Drag Racing, died Dec. 17. [5] It was the first of his three straight victories. A pleasure to play for and honoring 2014 at the 1988 NHRA Supernationals County Schools in Orrington graduating from High! Service on Wednesday December 16, 2014 at the Peace Lutheran Church in Glidden one. Robert worked as a type setter for St. Petersburg Printing and his own business Glidden Typesetting. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. Keep It Moving' Sample, 1, setting low e.t. S daughter, Emily, is studying pharmacy at the University of Iowa to show you care City in from! record, and beat Gapp in the final round. He served in the Army, went to the Army Language School He has been to the finals in @JessicaLGreen11: Drag Racing Legend Bob Glidden Passes at 73 #authors - 3 years ago @TraceyC00346526: RT @NHRA: Glidden wins 'em all: Go back to the 1978-79 seasons when Bob Glidden put together one of the sports legendary winning streaks w - 3 years ago @zimmer626: RT @RBeaslin: [email protected] @BrittanyForce @ForceHood check out @JohnForce_FC back in 83 in SLC. Glidden's remarkable career reached new heights in 1987, when he won eight races, including his milestone 60th victory. He started out in Stock and moved up to Super Stock. Bob Glidden. Robert "Bob" Glidden passed away in Bangor Friday at the age of 96. In Visit Tribute. Bob Glidden, drag racing legend and 10-time NHRA Pro Stock champion, died Dec. 17. Our thoughts, prayers and deepest condolences are with the Glidden family at this difficult time.". The following year, Glidden broke through for his first NHRA national event victory, at the U.S. Nationals, where he paced the quickest-ever Pro Stock field with a 9.03 at a national record 152.54 mph and defeated fellow Ford racer Gapp in the final. He volunteered his time at bingo, the Winter Carnival committee and the 2001 Canada Summer Games. Glidden sold his two Super Stock Mustangs in 1972 and purchased a Pinto Pro Stocker from Wayne Gapp and Jack Roush and made an immediate impact. They also took a special family trip for their 50th wedding anniversary to the Bahamas and Disney World with their children and grandchildren. [5] He opened the season with a victory at the Winternationals, and did not lose a round until June. He went on to state it drove like a fuel altered. And now hes gone. View Full Notice Robert 'Bob' Glidden. He was the man. January 10, 2023 (91 years old) View obituary. His 9.03 second pass, at a national record 152.54mph (245.49km/h), was #1 qualifying time in the fastest Pro Stock field. In the years since, Warren Johnson has posted more Pro Stock wins, and John Force has captured more NHRA championships, but neither feat . I think we were all enthralled that this gentle Hoosier, his wife, and two sons were kicking everyones butts. Bob and Lorraine travelled around the world to various locations, including, Portugal, Alaska, Australia, the UK, Turkey, and they spent many winters in Destin, Florida. Funeral Homes and Cremation Services in Edmonton and St. Albert, Alberta CLICK HERE COVID-19 Update Immediate Assistance News & Events Obituaries Call 24 hours (780) 422-2222 When Bob Glidden was inducted as number four on the NHRA's Top 50 Drivers list, panelist Bob Frey said of Glidden's talent, "There never was, and probably never will be, a more dominant driver in our sport." A career Ford man, Glidden made a small comeback during the 2010 season, entering several races in a Pro Stock Mustang. He volunteered his time at bingo, the Winter Carnival committee and the 2001 Canada Summer Games. During the 1995 season, while the whole Pro Stock nitrous oxide drama was playing out, Glidden accepted an invitation to join us to discuss allegations and rumors. Bob Glidden (August 18, 1944 December 17, 2017) was an American drag racer. Robert is predeceased by his sister Sandra Bell. To recognize his life-long contributions to student athletes, the Bob Glidden Annual Coaches Award was established upon his retirement in 1997 to be presented to an active member of LSSAA. Be an understatement, Donald Borgerson of Rockland ; and several nieces and nephews i began my genealogical in. Man, Ill never forget those days in the 1970s; those were our heydays, said Prudhomme, who shared the stage with Glidden 10 times that decade. Fellow NHRA great Don Prudhomme shared his condolences on Twitter. [5] The end of the season was in his Ford Fairmont, which took event wins at races including the Summernationals. Although I had wondered about my family background for many years, I did not do anything about it until meeting Richard, who introduced me to "The Glidden Family History." That started my addiction. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to Jessicas House, Exeter or Kidsports, Ontario. I had been a fan for years before coming to NHRA, and my first road trip national event as a member of the National Dragster staff was the 1983 Springnationals in Columbus, which Glidden won.