Dale was still humble enough that when asked to address the National Press Club a few years ago, he was concerned that the audience would be able to tell that he hadn't had much formal education. He need not have worried. Despite his lack of education, Dale had natural intelligence and made the most of the talents God had given him. Many people with more formal education, myself included, can never come close to saying that. It has been said that if a person is remembered, that person never truly dies.
Love never dies.
As long as his fans remember him with love and affection, Dale Earnhardt will always be with us. He will be alive in our minds and in our hearts. Though I will always remember the hard charging Man in Black he was on the track with fond memories, I will also remember Dale Earnhardt as the respectful son, the loving husband, and the mentoring father and friend. Rest well, Dale. The Heaven 500, was just getting started, an All-Star race, for the racing departed.