Losing someone important is a heart-wrenching experience that can leave a profound void. Something similar happened to DGM Racing. They recently lost one of their crew members—Darryl Barnes. They posted a message for him on social media. Soon, NASCAR community members shared their condolences.
DGM Racing tweeted, “Today we honor the life of one of our crew members, Darryl Barnes. Darryl was the front-changer on our No. 91 last year. He was a great teammate with a heart of gold & a smile that lit up pit road. Rest in peace. We love you & we miss you already. Never stop smiling.”
Today we honor the life of one of our crew members, Darryl Barnes. 💚 Darryl was the front changer on our No. 91 last year. He was a great teammate with a heart of gold & a smile that lit up pit road.
Rest in peace. We love you & we miss you already. Never stop smiling. pic.twitter.com/Va5a295Hit
— DGM Racing (@dgm_racing_) January 28, 2023
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DGM Racing is an Xfinity team hailing from Canada. Owned by Mario Gosselin, the team is currently based in Lake Wales, Florida, and has a proven track record of success in motorsports. In the past, DGM Racing has also competed in the Truck Series and ARCA, where they achieved two victories under Gosselin’s leadership. The team strives to bring success to its drivers and sponsors by competing at the highest level in the Xfinity Series.
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NASCAR fraternity shares their condolences
The NASCAR community banded together upon hearing the news about Darryl’s tragic demise. They shared their good wishes and extended their support to the family.
Our deepest condolences to the DGM & Barnes family.
— Xfinity Racing (@XfinityRacing) January 28, 2023
Condolences to his loved ones.
— Philip Louie (@philiplouie01) January 29, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Hope he's resting easy up above.
— DGM Racing Fanpage (@dgm_racing) January 28, 2023
I'm sorry for his families loss & all of @DGM Racing too. RIP Darryl
— 8Fan (@J_S_jla) January 28, 2023
My deepest condolences to the family 🙏🏽
— Chinique (@Miss_NuNu2u) January 29, 2023
SO sorry for your loss. Prayers to his friends and family and to all DGM racing.
— Brenda Bullard (@BrendaBullard7) January 28, 2023
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SO SORRY for your loss
RIP Darryl Prayers to your family and friends— Pietro C Picca. (Peter) (@pietroc1967) January 28, 2023
Meanwhile, fans on Facebook mentioned, “That is such horrifying news. My heart goes out to everyone mourning his loss including the team and of course his family and all other loved ones.” Another person said, “Condolences to the Barnes family and to the DGM Racing fam.”
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Moreover, as the team says goodbye to their beloved crew member, they take comfort in the memories shared over the course of race weekends. His hard work and dedication will always be remembered and cherished. We offer our heartfelt condolences to their loved ones during this difficult time. Although the team will not be the same without him, his legacy will live on in the hearts of many. Rest in peace, Barnes.
