Dean Karns from Street Outlaws shared a heartfelt tribute to his lifelong best friend for over 35 years, Brian Dunbar, who passed away on February 13.
They shared many experiences, from racing R/C cars together in Japan to living in California to become better at the sport.
Highlights
- Folks expressed shock in the comment section, asking what happened to Brian so suddenly, and it was later confirmed that he had passed away from a heart attack.
- Brian Dunbar was one of the original Skipgear racers, taking to numerous World Championships, including the XXX-4 body that won Concourse at the World event in South Africa.
- Erynn Alicia mentioned feeling something was off when she texted him about being sick and didn’t get a response, which wasn’t like him.
Dean talked about how his friend lived on his terms, could win over any woman, and deeply loved his family.
Brian Dunbar, 47, was well-known in the RC racing world. He had been racing since the early 90s and had competed globally, even in four world championships.
Over the years, he used his experience to build some of the most detailed and high-quality RC cars.
His Yokomo cars stand out for their precision and craftsmanship, showing off everything he’s learned through years of racing and building.
Family And Friends Mourn The Loss Of Brian Dunbar
Many people expressed shock and confusion in the comment section, asking what happened to Brian so suddenly.
It was later confirmed that he had passed away from a heart attack.
he passed from a heart attack 😢 something with his heart.
Jenna Elhaj Lerman
Mark Pavidis shared how Brian was always someone to watch, known for competing at a high level and consistently challenging for the win.
Although they weren’t the closest friends while racing, Mark realized after they both stopped racing professionally how significant Brian’s impact was within and beyond the racing community.
Mark had been looking forward to competing against Brian again at the Legends race and reminiscing.
He honored Brian’s memory by saying, “Until we race again, RIP Brian.”
After all, Brian Dunbar was one of the original Skipgear racers, taking to numerous World Championships, including the XXX-4 body that won Concourse at the World event in South Africa.
Similarly, the admin of “The Hoosier RC Hobbyplex” Facebook page shared the news of Brian Dunbar’s passing, stating he passed away peacefully in his sleep.
The post reflected on the memories of their first race together when Brian was just 16 and the bond that formed between them.
Further, Erynn Alicia expressed her heartbreak over Brian Dunbar’s passing, sharing how they planned to meet in Louisville that weekend.
She mentioned feeling something was off when she texted him about being sick and didn’t get a response, which wasn’t like him.
She found out later that he had passed away just after they had spoken.
Erynn regretted not talking more during their last conversation, wishing she had known it would be their final conversation.
Additional Information
- Brian Dunbar was from Louisville, Kentucky.
- He attended St. Xavier High School in Louisville and later studied at Indiana University Southeast.
- He was part of the best era of racers RC has ever seen and carried himself as a professional wherever he went.
