JR Hollar was a hauler driver for the NASCAR Cup Series team JTG Daugherty Racing. He had been working for the team for nearly a decade, and was loved by his colleagues and friends. He passed away on Sunday morning, September 11, 2022, at the age of 57. His cause of death has not been officially announced yet, but some sources suggest that he suffered a heart attack.
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A Dedicated and Loyal Crew Member
JR Hollar was an esteemed member of the JTG Daugherty Racing family, who had a passion for racing and a great sense of humor. He was responsible for transporting the team’s equipment and cars to and from the racetracks, and ensuring that everything was ready for the races. He was also a mentor and a friend to many of his co-workers, who admired his work ethic and his kindness.
According to JTG Daugherty Racing, he loved his job and his team, and they loved him back. He will be dearly missed by everyone who knew him.
A Heavy Heart for the Hollywood Casino 400
The news of JR Hollar’s death came out before the team competed in their latest race, the Hollywood Casino 400 at Kansas Speedway. The team raced with a heavy heart, and paid tribute to their fallen crew member by placing his name on the windshield of their No. 47 car, driven by Ricky Stenhouse Jr.
Stenhouse Jr. finished 18th in the race, which was won by Kyle Larson. He expressed his condolences to JR Hollar’s family and friends, and thanked him for his service to the team.
A Legacy of Love and Respect
JR Hollar’s death has saddened the entire NASCAR community, who have expressed their sympathy and support to his family and the JTG Daugherty Racing team. Many drivers, crew chiefs, officials, and fans have shared their memories and appreciation of JR Hollar on social media, and praised him for his dedication and loyalty to the sport.
JR Hollar is survived by his wife, two children, and four grandchildren. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend, and as a valuable and respected member of the NASCAR family.
