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November 27, 2009, 02:19 PM
ChuckT
Pittsburgh Raceway Park
From 2008, Christine finishing up her license runs:






'81 Cutlass, KX05, Keystone Raceway Park
Millerstown Pic-A-Part, Tarentum, PA
Wholesale Transmission, New Kensington, PA
Thinking of Nikki and Mark - forever 53
November 27, 2009, 02:30 PM
RacerChick81
The entire Whalen Family sends their condolences to the Brewers. We are all deeply saddened to hear of Mark's passing. He was a great guy. Please let us know if we can do anything! You will be in our thoughts and prayers through this very difficult time.
November 27, 2009, 02:32 PM
ChuckT
Mark in the '69 Mach I opening day 2009.



Mark in the lanes, the day of Nikki's balloon release.



Taking on Mike Balaska same day




'81 Cutlass, KX05, Keystone Raceway Park
Millerstown Pic-A-Part, Tarentum, PA
Wholesale Transmission, New Kensington, PA
Thinking of Nikki and Mark - forever 53
November 27, 2009, 02:37 PM
ChuckT
The 2001 bracket finals at US 13. Notice he's #14... he didn't want the unlucky 13.




'81 Cutlass, KX05, Keystone Raceway Park
Millerstown Pic-A-Part, Tarentum, PA
Wholesale Transmission, New Kensington, PA
Thinking of Nikki and Mark - forever 53
November 27, 2009, 03:55 PM
BILL BARR
I just can't believe it. Deepest sympathy from the Barr family.


BILL BARR
November 27, 2009, 03:57 PM
Balaska347
Wow, I dont know what to say. When I got the message this morning I thought it was a type-o and I had to ask if what I was reading was indeed true. Mark was a great person in whatever role he played in our lives. Im sure there are a thousand stories that can be told about the different ways Mark has touch each one of our lives. I know I have several. One time we were racing and my car broke and since I drove it to the track it was going to cost me a couple hundred bucks to get it towed home. Well when Mark found out, he offered to tow me home which is a 80 mile round trip and didn't want a dime. All I can say is Thank You Mark and the Brewers for everything you have done for me. It will never be forgotten.

My Dad and I send our condolences to the entire Brewer family. Our prayers are with you. Praying




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November 27, 2009, 04:12 PM
Triple Nickel II
Condolences to Mark's family and his friends at PRP for their loss.


November 27, 2009, 04:46 PM
Nick Tedesco
horrible news. what a devastating loss to the racing family...deepest sympathy to Ma Brewer, Markie, Joey, Sonya and the whole Motorworks crew from the Tedesco family.
November 27, 2009, 05:24 PM
MadMonte454
Very, very sad news. We will keep the Brewer family in our thoughts and prayers.

Andy Valentino & family

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November 27, 2009, 05:51 PM
Ed Galanda
Condolences to the Brewer family.


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November 27, 2009, 05:54 PM
sbchevy
Our Condolences go out to christine,markie and the Whole Brewer family. I knew and raced with mark since the mid 80s and allways thought he was a swell guy. And i am so very sorry for this loss to the Brewer family

Sincerly
Wendy & Corky Heisler
November 27, 2009, 06:07 PM
Mark Romeo
Christine and family,
We are truly at a complete loss for words. We lost a great person, friend, and competitor today in the passing of Mark. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I know it has been offered many times, but Beth and I are here if you need anything at all.


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Wholesale Transmission, New Kensington, PA
November 27, 2009, 08:05 PM
Shawn Pinkerton
Thoughts and prayers to the Brewer family and to those at PRP who were close with Mark. You all have certainly suffered some tragic losses as a family this year but you continue to show what a racing family is about as you are always there for each other. God Bless.
November 27, 2009, 09:55 PM
AJ Casini
Here is one of Mark running the Trusty number 53. Mark we will miss you. I know you will be watching over us. Angel

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November 28, 2009, 01:01 AM
RJ Benish
I got the phone call from Jeff Stewart this morning and the text shortly after and I was completely stunned. We lost a good friend and a racing icon today and I just can't believe it. I had the pleasure of becoming friends with Mark as soon as I started racing because he built the Olds motor that was in my car. I always looked up to Mark because he reminded me of my dad. He always put everyone else's needs before his own and was truly a great man! Mark has moved to a better place, but he will always be missed. My sincere condolences go out to the Brewer family. If there is anything at all that I can do, please don't hesitate to call.
November 28, 2009, 08:22 AM
rich penn
I was also shocked and heartbroken when i heard.ive known mark from the 80s,when i was in my 20,s and a rookie,i remember going to the backet finals in maple grove having problems with my car,not onlydid he offer me a carb to fix it he installed it and tuned it,just the type of guy he was,always had your back.myentire family offeres out deepest heartfelt condolences to the brewers.


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November 28, 2009, 11:11 AM
hottrod
Deepest heartfelt condolences to the brewers.
November 28, 2009, 12:21 PM
JordanPR22
I can say although my last name is not Brewer, I really feel like I was Mark's son. For all of the times he was there for me from the time I met him. I grew up in his home and with his guidance through everything. I am truly blessed to be considered there adopted son as Ma puts it! She and the boys have all been like family to me and I will always be here! I will never forget that last time Bob and I helped out down at the shop on that motor..... It was truly amazing to watch the master at his craft. There will never be another like Big Brewer but he will be smiling down on us all! We love you Dad!!!!

One more thing, something he always told me:
Jordan, when are you going to give up those 2 wheels and let me build you a fast race car.

I will be waiting to get that car someday Dad! We love you and miss you!

Always, Thinking of Nikki....


Jordan Haase
PR22
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FOREVER 53



November 28, 2009, 12:33 PM
BlackDog82
quote:
..... when are you going to give up those 2 wheels.....


I spoke with Mark last Saturday (before Thanksgiving), and tried to keep him talking about the future, not the past, and asked what his next goal was:
he replied "I've always had my cars go 'straight-out', and never lift a wheel..... I wanna have my next car leave on the bumper, just to say that I did it....."

November 28, 2009, 02:55 PM
Glenn and Joan
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will send some photos to Chuck to post.


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