Posted on January 14 at 11:59 p.m. (Suggest removal)

It was a great honor and pleasure to work with JD at WTSO/Z104 from 1983 to 1991, when I was an engineer there. Talk about someone who had a smile around every corner, and truly loved their job and co-workers... He referred to me as "Jimmy." JD also did a weekly oldies show named "Class Reunion." He was an encylopedia of knowledge about the artists and music. In a recent lunch visit with JD, I was reminded of that keen knowledge when he talked of his earlier days in radio: a visit that I will always remember and treasure. JD was a true pro, and listening to him last month on WJVL, his magnificent humor and personality came through as always, in the short moments between songs and even in the music he played. My very most sincere condolences to JD's family. God bless JD and his family. JD, may you enjoy peace, happiness, many smiles, and the best "class reunion" in "rock and roll" heaven.

Jim Hermanson
Middleton, WI

On God Bless...J.D. Barber