Statement On The Passing Of John Blewett III From Thompson International Speedway

Thompson International Speedway management released a statement this morning concerning the death of driver John Blewett III following an accident Thursday night at the track in the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour New England Dodge Dealers 150.

THOMPSON, CT   A racing accident at the Thompson International Speedway has claimed the life of NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour driver John Blewett, III of Howell, New Jersey. The accident occurred following a restart on lap 107 of a 150 lap event.

“Everyone at the Thompson Speedway is deeply saddened by this tragic accident. John Blewett, III was a driver who was admired and respected by the racing community and his loss will be felt for a long time to come. It is impossible to express our feelings in words. We do, however, extend our deepest sympathies to John’s family, friends and his many fans,” said track owner, Donald Hoenig.

Mr. Blewett was taken to the Hubbard Regional Hospital in Webster, MA where he succumbed to his injuries. The accident is being investigated by Connecticut State Police and officials from NASCAR

Shawn Courchesne, 10:57 a.m.

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Comments

[TJ Cruise]

To John Blewett III and Family,May God deliver John speedily to his place among the heavens where all great race drivers go,and to his family and friends.I want to give you my condolences! I share your grief for I was and alway will be a fan of the Blewett family's racing tradition.I am deeply saddened by his loss and my prayers go out to the the Blewett Family and friends!
Racing has lost another great driver that never can be replaced.
We will miss you John!

May God Bless all of you!

TJ Cruise
Neptune NJ

[The Cozza Family]

We wish to extend our deepest sympathy to John's family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.
Cozza Race Team
Riverhead New York
John, Janet, and Emily

[ralph junebug hall]

I loved him like a son.god bless him

[Robert Montesano]

Jimmy,
We wish to express our deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your brother John.
All the words written by all the scholars can't begin to lessen the pain for those who suffer such a tremendous loss.

Stay strong.

Our prayers are with you.

Bob Montesano & Family

[Race Fan]

We were there last night when this tragic event happened. Our prayers go out to the Blewett family and also to all his racing family. He will be deeply missed. As the race ended last night and we were leaving the stands a shooting star came across the sky over the stands and to the pit area. I am sure alot of other fans must have witnessed to. I took it as a sign that he went straight to heaven. God Bless!

[capt gary howe]

To the Blewett family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. AlthoughI never met any of your racing family, I have the utmost respect for all racers. As my heart has and always will be in modified racing. I know the racing community has lost a great racer and person and you have lost a loved one. God bless you..

[Eric Jackson]

Jimmy,
I grew up with you buddy but over the years due to our careers, we haven't been able to keep close. I'm sitting in my office in New York right now after my Mom called me to tell me the news. I am heartbroken with tears down my face. I wish you luck buddy! My prayers are with you and John.

[randy ahner jr]

Blewitt Family, and Friends

our deepest prayers and sympathy go out to you's all. may god bless john on his journey to new life. he will never be forgotten.

Ahner Racing
Palmerton Pennsylvania

[Debbi Scully]

My deepest and most heartfelt condolences go out to the Blewett Family,and especially to John's Mom. My Son and John were close friends,and I knew John before he was born. I will always think of him as Baby John. I remember the time he came up to visit my Son when they were both about 13 y/o. They were both riding in the back of the pick-up truck as my late Husband and I drove them to Action Park. I remember looking back and seeing the look of thrill and excitement,wild and free,in John's beautiful big blue eyes,smiling a big smile,his face into the wind,and I knew,from that very moment,he was gonna be a Stock Car Racing Star. Moments like these,are precious and few. Love always, Debbi

[Morgantini Racing]

We wish to extend our deepest sympathy to the Blewett family and friend. Our thoughts prayers are with you all.
Morgantini Racing
West Wyoming PA

[LaMountain Racing]

Our deepest sympathy and sorrow go out to the family....Remember him always......

[Mary & Charlie Gillies]

We were deeply saddened by the news of the death of John Blewitt III. We have watched him race for many years at Thompson and NHIS. Our thoughts and prayers are being sent to the family, and especially to Jimmy.
Mary & Charlie Gillies
Ocean Springs, MS

[Tobey C. Liljeros]

Listen Jimmy, I know no amount of words can, or will take away the heart wrenching pain of losing your brother, but, understand one thing, your brother loved you to death, and still does! Believe me, I wouldn’t be telling you this if it wasn’t true! He really, really did, and does love you! He always has, and always will love you! Because that’s the kind of person he was. He was special He was one of a kind. You knew that, we "all" knew that!
He also was, is "our baby John! A true champ! My champ! "Our" track champion!
We love you Jimmy! We always did, and we always will! Stay strong! "We" need you! John needs you! I love you man!

-tobey L

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