Vale: Raymond Hart
New Zealand karting legend Ray Hart passed away on Monday after a long fight with cancer. A multiple NZ champion, Hart also raced on the international scene and was a regular visitor to Australia. He won the 1986 'Castrol' at Oran Park driving a kart of his own design and manufacture, the Kiwi Kart. In fact, Hart and his team mate blitzed the Aussies in the Clubman class that day!
From the Kartsport NZ website - After a long and courageous battle Raymond passed away on Monday 1 November. Raymond’s illustrious karting career included multiple national titles and international success. Raymond was a stalwart of KartSport Manawatu having spent many years on the Committee and as Club President. Raymond was also very involved in the karting trade including the marketing of his FKR brand karts in the 1990’s. Our heartfelt condolences go to all of Raymond's family at this time. Raymond’s funeral will be held on Friday, 5th November, at 1pm at the Central Baptist Church, 190 Church Street, Palmerston North.
