Gary Myers passes away at 76 leaving historic NASCAR legacy

NASCAR veteran Gary Myers died overnight at the age of 76, his son Burt Myers confirmed in a statement. The passing impacts a multi-generational racing lineage with longstanding connections to the sport.

Career milestones and victories achieved across national competition

He started 47 races.

Over a five-year career in NASCAR, the competitor accumulated 38 victories during competitive events held at Bowman Gray Stadium, establishing an enduring benchmark at the venue that helped define his personal legacy behind the racing wheel. Sons Burt Myers and Jason Myers followed his path into professional automobile racing. Cousin Danny Chocolate Myers worked for decades as a team crew member and public figure.

Generational heritage shaped by early pioneers at the stadium

Representing the second of four generations in the Myers racing dynasty, he continued footsteps laid out by father Billy Myers and uncle Bobby Myers, both historic winners at Bowman Gray Stadium. Burt Myers paid public tribute to his father following the announcement.