Barbara Ellen Colgrove

April 5, 1938 - May 13, 2018

Barbara Ellen Colgrove (aka Bobbie C) - Bobbie, Mom, Grandma, Great Grandma, Sister, Aunt...she was known by many names but all knew her as fun-loving, happy, with a zest for life rare these days.  She touched many in pursuing her auto racing passions.  If it had 4 wheels and went fast, she loved it, and the people involved with it.  She seemed to develop this passion coming to So Cal from the north side of Chicago at age 8.  While never leaving So Cal permanently, she went around the country in pursuit of the best race she could find.  She had great stories to tell about all of her pursuits, and the grandkids and great grandkids heard many of them.

She will be missed by many, as folks that met her, rarely forgot her.  She was especially proud of her work with AARWBA (American Auto Racing Writers & Broadcasters Association) as this provided her a great avenue to continue chasing her passion as she became a key photographer for this group. While the cancer that finally caught up with her, slowed her down towards the end, she spent time chasing her passion in other ways (spectating and donating) in an effort to stay close to the sport she loved.

She also spent much more time of late with her family and always wanted to attend holiday events, birthday parties, graduations, and other family events. Those who knew her best will miss her most, but will carry her memory in our hearts.

She is survived by her Stepmother, her Sister, her nephew and niece, her Son, her Daughter, 5 grandchildren, and 9 great grandchildren (plus one more on the way).  She asked that no service be conducted on her behalf, but that donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project in her name for those who wish to honor her memory.