Buck Baker: The Passing of Another Legend

by Ellen Nordvig

Buck Baker passed away late Sunday, and with him passed part of the
history of NASCAR. Buck participated in NASCAR's Inaugural Race and
was part of a legendary group the likes of which we will never see
again.

Born Elzie Wylie Baker, "Buck" was father of Elzie Wylie Baker, Jr.
known to most as the legendary, "Buddy" Baker. While Buddy's name
may sound familiar to today's fan, how many, I wonder, know of the
accomplishments of his racing father. Buck's name is associated
with, of course, The Buck Baker Racing School that bears his name
and for good reason.

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