Just read a tweet from Chrissy Pistone that Tiger Tom's wife, Crystal, passed away today. She'd apparently been sick for a while, and Chrissy indicated earlier in the week that hospice had been called.

My deepest condolences to the Pistone family. May she rest in peace.

I read hospice had been called last week as well. It is very sad news.

My thoughts are with Tiger Tom, Chrissy, her brother and the entire family.

Thoughts and prayers to the Pistone family and circle of friends.

so sorry to hear the lost tiger tom wife.my prayer are to family at this time.RIP

Its been a long fought battle but now Tiger Mommy has gone to the great track in the sky. You will be missed but not forgotten ---------------------------------------------------- great mrmories

Thoughts and prayers for the Pistone family.

Tom, so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

My thoughts are with, and my prayers for, the Pistone family and all the friends of that wonderful lady. Such a love story of which novels are written and movies made and this one was lived out in the world of racing and a wonderful family. God bless the Pistone family.

RIP Tiger Mom

Thoughts and prayers to the Pistone family. They have been involved in our sport since the very beginning.

Thoughts and prayers for the Pistone Family.

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• " A LOVELY ANGEL HAS ENTERED HEAVEN. WE WILL MISS YOU'SWEET... "
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Crystal Pauline Jones Pistone CHARLOTTE - Mrs. Pistone, 84, passed away peacefully at CMC University Hospital on October 5, 2013. Her husband, daughter and great friend were by her side. She was born November 1, 1928, in Shamrock, Oklahoma, and later moved to Chicago, Illinois, where she met her husband and soul mate, Tom Pistone. For 68 years she was the loving wife of NASCAR legend, Tiger Tom Pistone. They were inseparable and Crystal's constant love for him and their nine children were her passion in life. Theirs was a lifetime love and both hearts truly beat as one. Mrs. Pistone was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Evelyn Jones; her brother, Junior; her sons, Tom Jr. and Jimmy; as well as daughter, Rosie. Also predeceasing Mrs. Pistone were grandchildren, Jon Bennett Hannan Pistone and John Thomas. Mrs. Pistone is survived by her husband and three sons, Pete Pistone of Charlotte, Tommy Pistone III and her grandson whom she raised since he was 18 months old and considered as a son, and Sam Pistone of Charlotte, as well as three daughters, Rosemary, Lena and Crystal, her namesake. She is also survived by many grandchildren including Taylor Pistone, Rosie and Christopher Trester, Roselee and Manuel Sadek; and many great-grandchildren. Her favorite Scripture passage was Psalm 23, "The Lord Is My Shepherd." Mrs. Pistone was the most loving and caring person you could ever want to know. She is missed so much and loved! Mrs. Pistone will be entombed in the family mausoleum in a private service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart and Lung Association s. Condolences may be offered at www.HarryandBryantFuneralHome.com .

Published in Charlotte Observer on October7,2013

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Thoughts and prayers for the Pistone family.

Rest in Peace Mrs. Pistone.....

Chrissy said Tom is taking the loss very hard. Obviously, he needs time to grieve. But he could also use strength provided by others. If you have a direct email or number for Tom, he'd probably want to hear from you. If you are on Twitter, send him a tweet or direct message. If you'd like to send a personal note, the address for his shop is:

Tiger Tom Pistone Race Cars & Parts

8108 Newell Farm Road

Charlotte, NC 28213

My prayers go out to Tom and his family and friends, my she rest in peace