It was with great sadness that the Williams family confirmed the passing of Sir Frank Williams, founder of Williams Racing. The family released a statement regarding his death. His death has had a massive impact across the world of Formula One and in particular within Williams Racing. He will be deeply missed by everyone who has had contact with him or even simply followed the team that he formed. RIP Frank Williams.
Sir
Frank Williams CBE passes away Age 79
A STATEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE
WILLIAMS FAMILY
It is with great sadness that on behalf of the Williams family, the team can
confirm the death of Sir Frank Williams CBE, Founder and Former Team
Principal of Williams Racing, at the age of 79.
After being admitted into hospital on Friday, Sir Frank, passed away
peacefully this morning surrounded by his family.
Today we pay tribute to our much loved and inspirational figurehead. Frank
will be sorely missed. We request that all friends and colleagues respect
the Williams family’s wishes for privacy at this time.
For those wishing to pay tribute, we ask that donations are made in place of
gifts to the Spinal Injuries Association, alternatively we would welcome
flowers to be placed at the entrance of the team’s headquarters in Grove,
Oxfordshire. Details of the memorial service will follow in due course.
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