Friday, January 08, 2010
Calling hours for Don Dionne.
Relatives and friends may call at the Carpenter-Jenks Funeral Home & Crematory, 659 East Greenwich Ave., West Warwick on Saturday, January 9 from 2-5 PM. and are invited to join his family immediately after at the F.O.P. Warwick Lodge, Tanner Ave., Apponaug. Information and condolences at www.carpenterjenks.com
Wednesday, January 06, 2010
3 Time Champion Don Dionne passes.
It was learned today that 3-time Seekonk Speedway Champion Don Dionne of Warwick RI passed away on Tuesday, January 5th. Don was a long time fan favorite at Seekonk, where he picked up over 30 wins in a career that spanned over 25 years. Don won his first race on September 23, 1967 in the B division. His final win came on July 15, 1989, in John Tyler's Sound Marine Special.
His first championship came in 1970 in the B division. In 1979, he became the very first Pro Stock Champion, driving for the Manfredo Brothers. He followed that up in 1981, with his second Pro Stock title.
At this time, arrangements have not been announced. We will update as soon as possible.
His first championship came in 1970 in the B division. In 1979, he became the very first Pro Stock Champion, driving for the Manfredo Brothers. He followed that up in 1981, with his second Pro Stock title.
At this time, arrangements have not been announced. We will update as soon as possible.
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