So sad to hear that legendary southern farm broadcaster Johnnie Hood passed away suddenly the day after Thanksgiving at the age of 72.

Johnnie was one of our very first friends in NAFB, back in the day when he served as president in 1985 at the midpoint of his career as a radio farm broadcaster on WPTF in Raleigh, North Carolina. He and his wife Peggy retired in 2002 and moved to Land O’Lakes, Florida where he enjoyed driving a school bus and playing Santa Claus. It was great to see them both in 2013 when he was inducted into the NAFB Hall of Fame.

Keeping with Johnnie’s request and honoring his final wishes, there will be no services. Our prayers are with Peggy and their family as they cope with the sudden passing of this wonderful man. Rest in peace, friend.