Mary McGee, a motorcycle driver who was recognized as the first woman to compete in any American motorcycle road racing and motocross event, died Wednesday in Gardnerville, Nev. She was 87.
“Mary embodied resilience, grace, and optimism,” McGee’s family wrote on Facebook via Matthew Carey of Deadline. "She was a historic athlete and a motorsports pioneer who embraced life’s challenges, cared deeply for others, and made time to brighten the lives of those around her. While we are deeply saddened by this loss, we are comforted knowing that her light will continue to shine in everyone she touched."
