Posted on December 30 at 10:12 p.m. (Suggest removal)

The world, not just the radio world, has lost a truly good and very talented man. JD was the epitome of personality radio. I had the honor of starting my career with JD in Two Rivers in 1977. Then he was "Uncle John". The knowledge he shared with me was priceless as he took a young green kid under his wing to mentor. And yet he would always want everyone's feedback as to whether or not one of his bits was "ok". Of course it was hilarious. He always left a great impression on everyone he met. They don't get any better than JD. He is in Rock N' Roll heaven. I wonder if he'll reunite with his old engineer Raoul Feldheimer and sidekick Punky Bosencats. So long for now JD. I owe you so much for everything you taught me about the radio business and life in general. My deepest condolences to your family for their loss. Your time with us was much too short...this is a very sad time.
Don Cook

On God Bless...J.D. Barber