Copyright 2003, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc. John O. Ulrich, father of racer John D. Ulrich and grandfather of racer Chris Ulrich, died Tuesday in Southern California. He was 88. Ulrich, who suffered from Alzheimer’s disease, developed pneumonia shortly before his death. He was an avid motorcyclist in the 1930s. Ulrich worked as a carpenter, electrician and general contractor, and wrote as a hobby. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Gertrude, as well as five children, nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral services are pending.