Sylvia Stania, who officiated karting events for nearly 30 years has passed after a short illness.
A well-known figure in the national karting scene, but particularly Victoria, Stania was awarded Life Membership to Karting Victoria in 2017 upon her retirement as state officials co-ordinator.
Her husband Paul and son Jason were well regarded competitors in the sport.
She is survived by Paul, Jason, Amy, Oliver and Eden.