Gary Beck, Don Prudhomme, and Bob Glidden were the winners of the inaugural NHRA Fallnationals at Seattle Int'l Raceway. We promise not to use your email address for anything but exclusive updates from the Power Automedia Network. If you subtract from the equation the three Sportsman winners with more victories than him (Manzo, Dan Fletcher, and David Rampy), Glidden shoots up to fourth overall in Pro wins more than 22 years after his last victory. We knew him as he great improviser.He was a 32nd degree Master Mason at the Ralph J. Pollard Lodge # 217 A.F. Bob Glidden, drag racing legend and 10-time NHRA Pro Stock champion, died Dec. 17. All 89 of Greg Andersons wins have come in 23- or 24-race seasons, all after Glidden had faded from sight. He is survived by his wife Etta and their sons Rusty and Billy. "The shock switch had to be on, the computer switch on, the engine running and the throttle fully open. His 9.03 second pass, at a national record 152.54mph (245.49km/h), was #1 qualifying time in the fastest Pro Stock field. I hired them to get work done but all our information kept getting passed on. Bob attended schools in Orrington graduating from Bangor High School, where he played trombone in the marching band. December 18, 2017 Bob Glidden leaves behind one of the most decorated legacies in NHRA and motorsports history. The rules said they couldnt acid dip the body to reduce weight. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. One of the most fortified cornerstones of any engine programwhether at the OEMs, on a major race team or in a weekend warriors garageis secrecy. Glidden had been very successful running a small-block Ford in the early era, including a stretch in 1978 when he won a record nine straight national events. You can squawk about the high-stakes involved in Formula 1 and sports car prototypes, but the ultra-close racing in Pro Stock over the years indicates there is a very high-octane rivalry yet competitive balance going on between the major engine builders. His wife Etta and sons Billy and Rusty provided invaluable support in his driving efforts, and his will to win and tireless commitment carried him across the finish line in first countless times. I met a former partner (Bobby Allen) while working in the used cars business in Ft. Wayne IN. In a star-studded career that spanned more than 25 years in the class,. Try again later. He was just such a hard worker; thats what hell always be known for. Glidden won 85 NHRA National Events. While in a mid-season slump, he reacquired his 1974 Pinto. To prevent a tech inspector from activating it by switching on the ignition and opening the throttle, a combination of events were required. John Force, left, celebrates Bob Glidden's induction into the International Motorsports Hall of Fame. Throughout his career, Glidden almost single-handedly carried the banner for Ford. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. Bob appeared on the team eleven times, including two times as Person of the Year and once as the Ollie Award winner for his career-long contributions to the sport. Year should not be greater than current year. Losing him is like losing one of my brothers.. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. In 1968 he changed to a 428 Cobra Jet Mustang. He was the man. News, Racing Glidden chased Lee Shepherd for the 1980 Winston title all season, leading the points standing only after the final race. Search above to list available cemeteries. Glidden began his drag racing career in the 1960s in a Ford 427 Fairlane. Try again later. It shows the Gliddens in the winner's circle after winning the 1978 Popular Hot Rodding Championships. He was 73. Unlike his 1979 championship season, Glidden won his third straight and fifth title in 1980 in dramatic fashion. I want to express my deepest sympathy to his wife and boys. We'll send you raw engine tech articles, news, features, and videos every week from EngineLabs. He later added runs of three consecutive titles, from 1978 to 1980, and five straight titles from 1985 to 1989. [5], Glidden followed with a banner year in 1975. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. After finishing the 1978 season with seven straight victories, Glidden opened the 1979 season with a victory at the Winternationals and didn't lose a round until June, when a foul start in the second round of the Mile-High Nationals snapped his streak at 14 races and 50 rounds. 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. Things just seemed a lot more laid back then. He is most closely associated with Ford cars, a manufacturer that he used throughout his career, except in 1979, winning the world championship in a Plymouth Arrow. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. There is a problem with your email/password. [5] Glidden had his first national win the following season at the U.S. Nationals. [5], Glidden retired his undefeated Ford Fairmont in 1979 in favor of a Plymouth Arrow. 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. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. Try again later. This is a carousel with slides. A man has found and restored the abandoned grave of one of the earliest world heavyweight boxing champions Bob Fitzsimmons was world champion in three different boxing weight divisions in the 1890s. It came as a shock this Monday morning to learn that drag racing legend Bob Glidden had passed away on Sunday evening. Here's a list of highlights from Bob "Mad Dog" Glidden's career: Before going pro in 1972, Glidden had great success in different Ford Fairlanes and even more so in 427 Cobra Jet Mustangs with sponsorship from Ed Martin Ford. Family members linked to this person will appear here. 10. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. Our thoughts, prayers and deepest condolences are with the Glidden family at this difficult time.". Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. Legal Statement. He returned to the driver's seat for Steve Schmidt's team at the 1998 U.S. Nationals, but he failed to qualify for the event that he had won nine times previously. He was dominate. Unlike his previous years, he started the season strong. He also triumphed in Bowling Green Kentucky in the final of Division 3, where he was awarded an extra 400 points after setting a national e.t. [5] He beat Gapp in the event finals. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. 2023 Power Automedia. Contribute, create and discover gravesites from all over the world. The first generation of Pro Stock cars were governed by the weight-per-cubic-inch benchmark, which evolved in a spiders web of weight breaks often decided by inside politics. He began driving in Stock and Super Stock races during the late 60s, and went professional in 1972, just a year before his first NHRA national event victory at the U.S. Nationals in Indianapolis. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. After a disappointing 1976 season, in which he finished a distant sixth behind Larry Lombardo, Glidden rebounded to finish second behind Don Nicholson in 1977 before reclaiming his number-one ranking in 1978. Then in 1980, at Englishtown, New Jersey, Bob and Etta attracted a crowd around their pro stock pit area. After working for Bangor Auto Body for many years, he started his own business, Glidden Auto Body in 1964, and he sold the business in 1977.After retiring, Bob and his wife, Lillian, traveled around the country in their RV; he was happiest surrounded by his family and friends at frequent gatherings. 1989 is the last year that Glidden won a championship. 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. Glidden remains one of the most decorated quarter-mile racers in history. and top speed in his final-round victory over Frank Iaconio. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. After finishing the 1978 season with seven straight victories, Glidden opened the 1979 season with a victory at the Winternationals and didn't lose a round until June, when a foul start in the second round of the Mile-High Nationals snapped his streak at 14 races and 50 rounds. In later years, Bob enjoyed performing in commercials for Glidden Auto Body.Bob was predeceased by his loving wife, Lillian, his parents, Fred and Marion Glidden, his brother, Walter, and his sisters Janice McGinley and Lelia Elkins. 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. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. Sure Championships: 10 Class rank: 1 Overall rank: 3 Glidden won his double handful of season titles in three streaks (1974-'75, 1978-'80, 1985-'89). The top was gone, carbs and everything were gone.. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. 4 ranking on its Top 50 drivers of the sanctioning bodys first 50 years. Incredibly, his first career win came at Indy in 1973, and he won it again the following year. Hes in my top five, for sure. Year should not be greater than current year. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? Make sure that the file is a photo. Envoyer un message Suivre Suivre Annuler l'abonnement. ID Find a Grave 47989573. He caught a break when Shepherd broke his transmission in the second round. He loved the way that the fuel cars ran. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. Learn more about merges. To use this feature, use a newer browser. Weve updated the security on the site. But if EngineLabs is to be successful, our prying eyes and ears need to uncover at least a few of the latest and greatest tricks from the engine shops, the aftermarket and leading manufacturers. He spent most of the season chasing points leader Lee Shepherd and the Reher-Morrison Camaro. Im not sure who got him online but Im pretty sure he was typing the answers himself. His legacy will continue to inspire racers of all stripes for years to come. In the summer of 1978, Glidden embarked on one of the sport's legendary winning streaks that included nine straight national event victories and stretched a complete calendar year. Ive read dozens of comments on message boards and Facebook this week talking about how accessible he would make himself, whether he was stopping his car in the pits for a fan to take photos or signing autographs in the hotel parking lot well past midnight. Skip to main content Home Memorials Cemeteries Famous Contribute Register Sign In Register Glidden's Pinto carried him to a come-from-behind victory over rivals Wally Booth and Gapp. cemeteries found in Orrington, Penobscot County, Maine, USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. When all was said and done, Glidden had tied Don Prudhomme for most national event wins in a season with seven, including five straight, and had broken the Pro Stock single-season record of six set by Jenkins in 1972. Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Robert Earl Glidden, 96 years old, passed away after a brief illness at the Maine Veterans' Home in Bangor following a long, happy life. Failed to report flower. This browser does not support getting your location. He drove his new car, a Ford Probe, to a national e.t. April 24, 2023 2:13pm. cemeteries found in will be saved to your photo volunteer list. [5] He had seven national victories that season, tying Don Prudhomme for the most that year. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. When Mopar went broke, he returned to Ford in 1980. I was a big Bob Glidden fan back in the Pinto days. He was a self-made man who left his job as a mechanic at a Ford dealership to go racing full-time with a dream, a tireless work ethic and a winning determination.. and top speed, and winning the race. Thanks for the memories, Bob. With very little notice, he had to resurrect the old Boss 429 architecture to compete against GMs purpose-built DRCE platform when the 500-inch rule was mandated. He qualified number one 23 consecutive times and claimed nine national victories. Please enter your email and password to sign in. ). and top speed in his final round win to earn the maximum points and the season championship. based on information from your browser. His last real competitive pass came in 2003, and he did return to the track in 2010 to consult with another team. Try again later. I imagine we ran bigger ports than anyone else, but I dont have a clue what the other people ran.. He graduated from Spencer High School in 1956.Following high school he enlisted in the United States Navy and served from 1956-60 on USS Loeser destroyer escort.He married Diana Christensen April 1961. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family and his dog Gabi Jo.He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers: Dick and Chuck Glidden. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/167438160/robert-glidden. Bob. EngineLabs is launching this week with the objective of analyzing the many avenues of engine technology, especially racing and street performance. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. The year that followed set the tone for Glidden's career with his first ever Pro Stock victory at the U.S. Nationals. He was a true competitor who left a lasting legacy of excellence both on and off the track. [5], Glidden returned for his third Winston title in 1978. [5] The seven wins broke the previous Pro Stock single season record of six wins set by Jenkins. record at the Supernationals, locking in the season victory. His wife, Etta Glidden, was his crew chief with both of their sons by her side. How about some more Bob Glidden numbers? He pushed himself and he pushed his family, which only helped further push the Pro Stock class and all that it originally stood for, into our fond memories. Glidden retired from full-time racing in 1997 to help with Fords NASCAR engine development. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. 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. [5] His 1988 season was similar to 1987. Pro Stock icon Bob Glidden, one of the most dominant forces in the history of NHRA Drag Racing, died Dec. 17. Market data provided by Factset. His final win was at the Mopar Parts Nationals in 1995. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. He lived next door to CJ Rayburn a dirt racer and an ex drag racer. [5], Glidden won three events in 1990, one event in 1991, two events in 1992, and two events in 1993. Interesting to note, however, is that Gliddens final-round win percentage of 69.6 is better than that of W.J. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Robert Bob Glidden I found on Findagrave.com. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. [5] He won seven national events, earning the maximum points at four events by setting low e.t., qualifying number one, and setting the top speed at each event. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). After struggling early in the season, he won five of the last seven races en route to his fourth straight title. In the Pro ranks, only John Force (16) has more championships (Alcohol Funny Car king Frank Manzo earned 17 in the Sportsman ranks). (Richard Tharp won Top Fuel over Shirley Muldowney and Raymond Beadle won Funny Car; I was in fan-turned-writer heaven.). Robert Earl Glidden, 96 years old, passed away after a brief illness at the Maine Veterans' Home in Bangor following a long, happy life. Failed to delete flower. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. Glidden won his first championship in 1974 in just his third year as a pro driver. They later moved to Ventura, Iowa where he worked for Hancock County COOP Oil for the next 37 years. He will be missed. Glidden came back in '85, led the points race all season, and won five national events. The Pro Stock secrecy veil is so obvious in the drag racing pits when compared to the other pro classes. Upon his moving to the professional ranks, Glidden quit being a full-time mechanic and sold his two Cobra Jets to buy a Pro Stock Pinto from Wayne Gapp and Jack Roush. In '79, the undefeated Fairmont was retired, and Glidden hopped in a Plymouth Arrow where he opened the season with a Winternationals victory. $4.99 shipping. [5] Glidden was unhurt. You can always change this later in your Account settings. 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." On Sunday, December 17, Glidden died at age 73, after being admitted to an Indianapolis hospital for an undisclosed illness on December 5. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. We did everything in-house, says Glidden, who won five straight Pro Stock titles from 1985 to 1989. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Robert Earl Bob Glidden I found on Findagrave.com. [5], He was inducted into the International Motorsports Hall of Fame in 2005. [2] In the Professional classes, he was behind Force (147) and Warren Johnson (97). [5] The cars[clarification needed] set a national e.t. Wins by makeFORD: 78 Thunderbird: 30 Probe: 20 Pinto: 13 Fairmont: 12 Mustang: 2 EXP: 1. Glidden set the low e.t. Bob Glidden (August 18, 1944 December 17, 2017) was an American drag racer. (12-6), Lee Shepherd (10-9), and Frank Iaconio (8-5). [4] Etta was Bob's long-time crew chief and all three were part of his team. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. Drag images here or select from your computer for Robert Bob Glidden memorial. He campaigned a series of 427 Fairlanes before switching to the more potent 428 Cobra Jet Mustangs in 1968. He started the season in his Ford Pinto, winning at the season opening Winternationals and at the Cajun Nationals. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. It was his whole life. Glidden earned the nickname 'Mad Dog' due to his intense work ethic. "Everyone in the NHRA community is saddened to learn the news of Bob's passing," NHRA President Peter Clifford said. record (8.81) in qualifying and beat Gapp in the final. But there are other factors, the least of which is the practice of reverse engineering. He was 73. That commitment resulted in four consecutive Winston championships for the Reher-Morrison team (1981-1984), but the satisfaction of claiming their fourth title was tempered somewhat by the fact that they no longer had the quickest car in the country. Bernard Simard. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. Are you sure that you want to delete this flower? Bob was a force to be reckoned with in his Pinto & Fairmont. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. 30 S. Water St., Second floor, Suite A, Franklin, IN 46131, Phone: (317) 736-7101 Toll free: (888) 736-7101. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. He won his first Pro Stock series championship in 1974 and repeated the following year. [5] The car executed six barrel rolls as it was destroyed. In keeping with the spirit of this conversation but in the context of our mission, weve set up a hotline for ideas: [emailprotected]. This didn't keep the Reher-Morrison guys down for long as they came back to win all four titles from 1981 to 1984. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Robert Glidden (167438160)? After barrel rolling six or seven times, Glidden crawled out of the rollcage and shrugged off the safety crew only to remove his fire jacket and place it over the intake manifold. [5] His two-season streak ended at the 1988 Gatornationals with 22 straight top qualifiers. Check out the photo below, too. Hed end each answer with DONE, the way someone from his era might have used a two-way radio and saying over. It was quaint and sweet and I think we broke some kind of ground there for online drag racing interviews, even if it was to just a dozen or so of us at the time. The World's largest gravesite collection. They would have seen the size and shape of the ports and the angles of the plenum, says Glidden. Ten-time NHRA Pro Stock champion Bob Glidden, who singlehandedly carried the Ford banner for most of a 15-year period, died Sunday night. He reached 76 career wins by the end of the season, with 49 of them in the '80s alone. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Beitragen, gestalten und entdecken Sie Grber aus aller Welt. Only Darrell Alderman and his controversial Dodge, really got the better of Glidden at 1-4. In 2000 he retired and helped his wife Bonnie with her grooming business, Mutt Cuts.He married Bonnie Walker on October 10, 1981, at the Little Brown Church of Nashua, IA.He enjoyed golf, his coffee buddies at the Ventura Mart, socializing with his friends at Rookies and Clear Lake VFW, reading, playing sudoku and spending winters in Panama City Beach, FL. Ive even seen beer cartons taped around intake manifolds (at least it was the teams sponsor!). We saw each other at the end of the day a lot of times. [5] He won his fifth overall and third straight championship at the final event. record and speed of 8.83 at 154.90. Bob Glidden Autograph Motorcraft Racing Signed 8.5"x11" Photo Pro Stock Ford. Glidden served in an advisory and crew chief role for a number of Pro Stock teams during the 2000s and 2010's, including Cunningham, Gray Motorsports, Knoll-Gas Motorsports, and Don Schumacher Racing's Mopar effort. record time to 8.59 seconds. Championships: 10Class rank: 1 Overall rank: 3Glidden won his double handful of season titles in three streaks (1974-75, 1978-80, 1985-89). [5] He was dissatisfied with his sponsorship arrangement. Even though Garlits is and always has been about fast dragsters, its clear that he appreciated the Gliddens tireless work to eke out horsepower, the stories about the Gliddens working for three days and nights on a new intake manifold, not knowing for sure if it would amount to anything, but realizing that without experimentation there is no innovation, which goes a long way to explaining Gliddens infamous covering of his broken intake manifold after his six-barrel-roll crash in Atlanta in 1986. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. Failed to delete memorial. Glidden faced 29 different opponents in his 122 final rounds and had winning records against 26 of them, including W.J. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, In 1997, after receiving a sponsorship package that he wasn't too keen on, Glidden formally retired from behind the wheel after only two races of the season. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Your email address will not be published. The engine technology landscape certainly has changed since Glidden epitomized the independent builder. or Best Offer. 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Ford II said of Glidden for me, Bob represented what drag racing was all about during his era. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. 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). In 1985, Glidden led the points chase from start to finish, winning five national events. He was an active member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Orrington Historical Society, and the First United Methodist Church where he contributed much time and energy. He is survived by and will be much missed by his loving children, Judy Patterson and her husband Vern, Gail Rowe and her husband Jim, and Dave Glidden and his wife Robin, his grandson Paul Patterson and his granddaughter Corina (Glidden) Fitzgerald and her husband, Chris who have been caring for him in his home since 2014. Thanks for helping with Find a Grave! A cross-pollinating workforce, as Glidden noted, is partly responsible for fewer secrets within the industry. Ginnie and Bob Newhart Ron Galella Collection/Getty Images. He not only was one of the giants of our sport but reflected a lot of each of us. In 2001, the NHRA honored him with the No. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. Photos Added by Bob Glidden, a Find a Grave. 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. Glidden retired his undefeated Fairmont in favor of a Plymouth Arrow in 1979 and lost only three times all year. [5] He opened the season with a victory at the Winternationals, and did not lose a round until June. Mitgliederprofil: Bob Glidden - Find a Grave To use this feature, use a newer browser. As the 1990s began, Glidden found the national wins harder to come by, posting three in 1990, one in 1991 and two in 1993. [5] Glidden finished the season undefeated in five national competitions. Again, email us at[emailprotected]. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. Most of the development was with cylinder heads and intakes. His seven events wins (including the Winternationals, World Finals, Gatornationals, and Fallnationals) helped propel him to his second straight Winston title. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. LOL. 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. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. Glidden entered the season finale in Ontario, Calif., trailing Shepherd by two rounds and caught a huge break when Shepherd's transmission broke in the second round. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. Check out Billy and Rusty, covered in grease. Later in the 70s and during the latter half of the 80s he was dominant in the class, claiming five titles straight in the 80s and three additional titles in the 70s. Bob Glidden. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. The only other drivers with a winning final-round record against Glidden both beat him on a holeshot in their only final-round encounters with him. R.I.P. Finals rounds: 122Class rank: 3 Overall rank: 9Again, W.J.