Funeral arrangements announced for Judy Allison, wife of NASCAR Hall of Famer Bobby Allison

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BIRMINGHAM, AL (WBRC) - Judy Allison, the wife of legendary race car driver Bobby Allison, passed away Friday, Dec. 18.

According to a family friend, Judy, 74, passed away after complications from a surgery.

She will be laid to rest Dec. 28.

-Visitation from 10:30 a.m. to noon at St. Aloysius Catholic Church in Bessemer

-Mass begins at noon at the church

-Burial will follow at Highland Memorial Gardens in Bessemer

The Allison family released this statement on her passing:

"The Allison Family is sad to announce the passing of Judy A. Allison, age 74, after complications from surgery earlier today at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Statesville.
"Bobby Allison, NASCAR Hall of Famer driver, and Judy were married for 55 years. She was surrounded by her family, daughters Bonnie Farr and Carrie Hewitt, grandson Robbie Allison, brother-in-law Donnie Allison and his wife, Pat.
"At this time, funeral and memorial arrangements are pending and will be announced when finalized. The family members ask for privacy during this difficult and sad time."

Judy and Bobby's sons, Davey and Clifford, followed in their father's footsteps. Sadly, Clifford passed away in 1992 during a race at the Michigan International Speedway. Davey passed away in 1993 after losing control of a helicopter and crashing into the Talladega Superspeedway infield.

Robbie Allison, Davey's son, is also a race car driver. He tweeted a special message to his grandmother Friday night.

WBRC FOX6 Sports Director Rick Karle also has fond memories of Judy. He recalls she would often invite media to share a meal with the drivers before races at the Talladega Speedway.

NASAR shared their condolences as well:

"NASCAR extends its condolences to the friends and family of Judy Allison, the wife of NASCAR Hall of Famer Bobby Allison. Judy, the matriarch of a cornerstone NASCAR family, provided the foundation for the careers of a legendary husband and two sons who both lost their lives entirely too soon. Her love extended well beyond her own family, as many in the NASCAR family leaned upon Judy for support and compassion during many difficult times. We are deeply saddened by the loss of a true friend, and a woman who has given much to our sport."