49 year-old Shipping Wars Star Roy Garber Dies of Heart Attack

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Roy Garber, the star of A&E’s reality series Shipping Wars has died of a heart attack at the age of 49. According to TMZ, who spoke to Garber’s long time girlfriend, Garber died in a Texas hospital after being rushed there. Sources say that he had a preexisting heart condition.

Shipping Wars just completed filming their fifth season this past Wednesday.

“We are deeply saddened by the loss of a member of the A&E family,” the network said in a statement. “Our thoughts are with Roy’s loved ones during this difficult time. He will be missed.” – – A&E

Roy Garber was one of the more colorful personalities on the show. His was known for having a inflammatory temperament and had no hesitation telling people exactly what he thought. Despite being volatile, he had a fondness for kittens and has a multitude of fans.

The Fast Lane Truck sends its condolences to the friends, fans and family of Roy Garber.

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Nathan Adlen brings an uncompromising passion and love for cars to TFLcar & Truck. Not only does Nathan add his talents to this website,he also works with Roman to review cars for the TFLcar & TFLTruck channel. Easily amused by anything with four wheels, Nathan Adlen reviews vehicles from the cheapest to the most prestigious. Wrecking yards, dealer lots, garages, racetracks, professional automotive testing and automotive journalism – Nathan has experienced a wide range of the automotive spectrum. Brought up in the California car culture and educated in theater, childhood education, film, journalism and history, Nathan now lives with his family in Denver, CO. His words, good humor and video are enjoyed worldwide.

Garber owns operates Arbie’s Team Transport out of New Hampshire, along with his son Travis. On the show, he drove only Heavy Duty Chevrolet trucks.

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Easily amused by anything with four wheels, Nathan Adlen reviews vehicles from the cheapest to the most prestigious. Wrecking yards, dealer lots, garages, racetracks, professional automotive testing and automotive journalism - Nathan has experienced a wide range of the automotive spectrum. Brought up in the California car culture and educated in theater, childhood education, film, journalism and history, Nathan now lives with his family in Denver, CO. His words, good humor and video are enjoyed worldwide.