KerbyStrong

Live life, don't just go through it. - Kerby

SUPPORTING efforts in providing resources to LOCAL cancer patients to continue focus in their own race for their lives through foundation donations while INSPIRING & EDUCATING others for cancer screenings Kerby's passion for stock car racing started early. He was the youngest of 10 and his family spent almost every Saturday night going to the race

s. In fact, the Damery family helped build the walls around the Macon Speedway track. Inspired by many old-time racers, Kerby bought his first sportsman race car at age 21. He won the 1990 Sportsman Macon Speedway Track Championship and later drove a Late Model series, which he built with the help of his dedicated racing team. Kerby enjoyed racing at Macon Speedway as well as at several other central Illinois tracks. During his racing career, he won several Sportsman, Modified and Late Model Divisions, including the 1998 and 2001 Macon Speedway Budweiser Shoot Out, 2004 Late Model Macon Speedway Track Championship, 2006 Northern Allstars Late Model Series runners up and Rookie of the Year. In 2007, at age 42, Kerby was diagnosed with Stage 4 Appendix Cancer. His cancer journey included numerous surgeries, chemotherapy, and radiation treatments. Racing to win the fight of his life, he remained faithful, strong, and positive despite many setbacks. With a determined spirit, he fought bravely. Giving up was never an option. On Feb. 8, 2015, at age 49, Kerby Damery passed away. He did not lose his battle to cancer - he won it by living life to the fullest, inspiring others, and touching so many lives. His spirit will remain forever.kerby.strong! OUR MISSION is to...
INSPIRE others to never give up and have a winning attitude
EDUCATE about cancer awareness and screening
SUPPORT patients with cancer through their cancer journey

The KERBYSTRONG Foundation will:
-Provide immediate assistance to qualified patients with cancer who many need support while undergoing cancer treatments
-Provide funding to help support a Cancer Navigator Program to assist patients and their families throughout the healthcare system. A cancer diagnosis brings many challenges and patients may feel overwhelmed by the choices and decisions and uncertain about the steps to take or where to seek assistance. The goal is to ensure that cancer patients receive quality diagnostic, therapeutic, and support services on a timely basis.

09/07/2025

A huge thanks to all the golfers that joined us and made our 2nd Annual Golf Outing a success. It was a beautiful day to be at the golf course and knowing we were there to raise money to help INSPIRE, EDUCATE and SUPPORT local cancer patients made it that much better.

Many thanks to our host, Moweaqua Golf Course, our sponsors, Berry Construction, Memorial Health, Classy Grass, Miles Chevrolet, Decatur Trailer and all of the Tee Box Sponsors for helping make this event possible.

A special thanks to the Kerbystrong Board Members, especially Kevin and Jake Damery for all the hours spent ensuring the day ran smoothly.

Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 12,2026 so you can join us for the 3rd Annual Golf Outing at Moweaqua Golf Course!!!

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08/10/2025

What an amazing night full of action packed racing!!! It was so awesome to look up and see so many amazing fans braving the heat and filling up the stands. We appreciate each and every one of you.

A special thanks to our generous sponsors that make this night possible…

Memorial Health
Cancer Care Specialist of Illinois
The Hayes Family
MARS
Macon Speedway
Damery Brothers Motorsports
Green Hyundai
Carpenters Local 270
Dynagraphics
Event Horizon Photography

A HUGE thanks to those that make this night happen…our volunteers!!!

We can’t wait to start planning next years event

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08/09/2025

It’s race day!!! Before I get on my feet for the day, I’d like to take just a minute to recognize those that make this possible…our wonderful sponsors!!!

Memorial Health, Cancer Care Specialist of Central Illinois, Macon Speedway, MARS, The Hayes Family, Damery Brothers Motorsports, Green Hyundai, Event Horizon Photography, Dynagraphics, Carpenters Local 270

We hope you will join us tonight at Macon Speedway for a wonderful night of racing in honor of the late Kerby Damery as we raise money to INSPIRE, EDUCATE and SUPPORT those that are battling cancer in our local community.

Admission: $25
Kids 10 & under: $10
Pits open: 3 pm
Grandstands open: 4 pm
Hot laps start at 6 pm

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08/07/2025

Race fans are you ready?!?!? The merch has arrived and I cannot wait for us to start slinging tees your way. Varsitee Screen Printing came highly recommended and did not disappoint. See you at Macon Speedway Saturday, August 9th!!!

07/31/2025

V’s face when she hears she has to wait 10 more days for the 11th annual Kerbystrong 100. Join us on Saturday, August 9th at Macon Speedway as we raise money to carry out the mission of the Kerbystrong Foundation in honor of her Pawpaw Kerby. All proceeds are used to INSPIRE, EDUCATE and SUPPORT local cancer patients. 🏁🧡💙🧡🏁

07/30/2025

Get ready race fans for the 11th Annual Kerbystrong 100!!! With $10,000 at stake it is sure to be 50 laps of good racing. Stop by the merchandise table while there to pick up your event shirt. All proceeds from merchandise goes towards INSPIRING, EDUCATING and SUPPORTING local cancer patients. 💙🧡💙

The MARS Racing Series Super Late Models, Modifieds, and Sportsman will all be racing for some special hardware next weekend at the KerbyStrong! 🤌

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