Wanted to let everyone know of the passing of Howard Sheffield. Included is his obituary which is in today's paper and also on Wednesday.

SHEFFIELD, HOWARD EDWARD age 79, passed away on 3/15/2013 ending his battle with cancer. Born and raised in Pomona, CA.; son of Lena L. Hunnemuller and Herbert A. Sheffield. Howard was one of 12 children: eight brothers and three sisters. A veteran in the US Army stationed in Alaska in 1955. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 45 yrs - Glenita Jo Sheffield; Howard and Jo were residents of Albuquerque since 1956. Survived by his beloved sons: David and Danny Sheffield, three grandsons: Justin, Kenny and Michael, two great-grandsons: Evan and Zachariah. Being a master mechanic he began racing at Albuquerque's Speedway Park in the early 60's. He was a dedicated racer, building his own and sharing the knowledge and love of the sport with everyone that raced with him and against him. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, riding his Harley and keeping up with the racing circuit through his son and grandsons. For over 35 yrs, along with Tom and Esther at H&F he provided mechanical services of the highest quality in the school bus industry. A certified master school bus technician, well known and much admired by the entire Helweg family and staff of Helweg and Farmer Transportation. Known to many as Rojo - he will be sorely missed by all that knew and loved him. Services will be held Wednesday 3/20/2013 at 4:00pm Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum- 924 Menual Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM Sunset Memorial Park.