Luncheon followed sponsored by North Vernon Rotary Club with presentations by IMS Historian Donald Davidson and broadcaster Bob Jenkins.

Pat O'Connor in is 1958 SUMAR Special. An odds on favorite to win the 500 that year, Pat tragically died in the multi-car, first lap crash.He remains as one of the most popular drivers ever, and will be honored with an IRMA historical marker on August 15th, in the North Vernon Indiana, beginning at 10:30am. A big day is planned by Mayor Campbell of North Vernon, IRMA and the Pat O'Connor family. The event will be hosted by one of the legendary voices of the Speedway, Howdy Bell, with IMS Historian, Donald Davidson the featured speaker. The event will take place in the North Vernon City Park, 604 N State St, North Vernon, IN 47265. That's right along State Hyw 7. In conjunction with the event, there will be a car show, with proceeds going to disabled veterans. A meal will be available for those interested. Tenderloin with the trimmings for $10. Steve Perkins will have his Pat O'Connor tribute sprint car there, Dr. Robert Dicks will bring his Parnelli Jones roadster, and Larry Wheat will display his beautiful SUMAR tow car and hauler. A lot to see and do!