I have been a fan of this wonderful man sense I was a 5 year old kid. I am now 52.
Thanks to his kindness, professionalism, work ethic and many other fine qualities he is one of the main reasons I am a fan of this sport. He was one hell of a wheel man and one hell of great person. Following him through special events over the past few years it pained me to see him age but he never changed, always a kind word and the man was sincere.
I guess that if I ever had a hero it was MR. Rollie Beale.
I for one will never forget him.