UPDATE: Former Ring Radio/WSB Radio host Ludlow Porch has died
Courtesy of the Georgia Radio Hall of Fame
Folksy talk-show host Ludlow Porch died early Friday, according to his website funseekers.net.
God is laughing today. Ludlow Porch passed from this mortal plane at 6:06 AM.
Memorial service will be held at Big Canoe Chapel next Saturday February 19, 2011 at 2 p.m. A reception will follow in the Broyles Community Center.
Porch, whose real name was Bobby C. Hanson, was living in Dawsonville. According to his official obituary, sent by Bearden Funeral Home, “in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, 121 S. Saint Asaph St., Alexandria, VA 22314, or to the Georgia Radio Hall of Fame, P. O. Box 5313, St. Mary’s, Georgia 31558.”
Porch had suffered strokes recently, according to Denny Ainsworth, his long-time producer and sidekick who took over his radio network last year.
Porch, 76, spent many years on 680/WRNG-AM Ring Radio, where Neal Boortz also got his start. He also worked for WSB-AM in the 1980ss and early 1990s. He also owned several restaurants fora time, including multiple Blue Ribbon Grills. He was also known as a trivia expert. His stepbrother, the late AJC columnist Lewis Grizzard, would often reference him in columns.
His famous exit line when ending a show: “”Whatever else you do today, you find somebody to be nice to”
A fuller obituary is available here.
He is survived by his wife Nancy and children, Barbara Davison, Philip Hanson, Charles McGarvey, and Kyle Harvey. He also had six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
You can read more about him on the Georgia Radio Hall of Fame website. He was inducted into the hall of fame in 2007.
You can listen to Denny’s tribute to him live here from 9:07 a.m. to noon and it will be repeated after that.
Here’s a recent YouTube video of Porch spinning one of his stories:
Denny sent this email to friends on Tuesday night:
I regret to tell you that Ludlow’s health has worsened after suffering a second stroke Tuesday night (2/8/11).
The prognosis is not good. Say a prayer for Ludlow, Nancy, and his family.
I’ll update you whenever I get news about any changes.
Cards or letters can be sent to PO Box 643, Dawsonville, GA 30534.
Reply to this email is not necessary. I know your support is with Lud.
Denny
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152 comments Add your comment
Don C
February 10th, 2011
7:46 pm
I hope Luddy gets well soon. He and his family are in my prayers.
bulldog bubba
February 10th, 2011
7:57 pm
Thanks Rodney for reporting this.Most people won,t know who he is except us longtime Atlantans.He was great radio 20-25 years ago.Get well soon Ludlow.Our prayers are for a speedy recovery!
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Tony
February 11th, 2011
8:49 am
Rest up, Lud. You’re in our thoughts and prayers.
DancesWithWolves
February 11th, 2011
9:26 am
There’s no such place as Montana. Get well soon, Ludlow.
ATLNative
February 11th, 2011
9:39 am
Rest in peace Ludlow!
Rickster
February 11th, 2011
9:42 am
In the words of the late Royal Marshall…. “Just d@mn.”
Ludlow… you were a classic.I hope you & Lewis are doing some catching up now.
Rickster
February 11th, 2011
9:43 am
So long, funseekers.
Tommy from Waleska
February 11th, 2011
9:44 am
Ludlow is now with his half brother Lewis Grizzard. They are all laughing in heaven. Praying for his wife Nancy Hanson and family.
Steamboat
February 11th, 2011
9:52 am
When I was a kid my Dad took me down to Colony Square to have lunch at the Trellis restaurant and watch the Ludlow Porch radio show live. One of my fondest memories. RIP Mr Porch.
Davis
February 11th, 2011
10:09 am
I concur with Rickster… “Just Damn…!” (Royal Marshall)
Neil Russell
February 11th, 2011
10:13 am
His sharp wit and friendly presentation will be missed, I sure hope someplace it’s all been recorded.
I used to love his TV shows as well as his books and everything he ever did on the radio.
Sometimes something I’ve heard on his show even years ago will tickle me and I have to stop everything I’m doing just to laugh.
As long as he’s in my head he’s always still here
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Love you Luddy
February 11th, 2011
10:16 am
Whatever else you do today, you find somebody to be nice to.
Metric Hammer
February 11th, 2011
10:28 am
Damn, I forget to get the address from Luddy to return this metric hammer set. I wanted SAE. Just Damn,
RIP LUDDY!
Paul From Milton
February 11th, 2011
10:29 am
Rest In Peace #1 Funseeker. You will be missed but not forgotten.
Long Time Atlantan
February 11th, 2011
10:29 am
He will be missed by many. Atlanta radio was never the same once he was no longer at WSB.
Lisa T
February 11th, 2011
10:29 am
My husband loved Ludlow and tried to get up to visit him every couple of years. They were both in broadcasting. Every time we go to Blue Ribbon Grill he tells me stories from those days. I think Ludlow founded or co-founded the place, although not sure he was still involved. He also has a bunch of his books.
will be missed
February 11th, 2011
10:31 am
oh my goodness , you gotta believe God is laughing hysterically now that Ludlow and Lewis are together again !
Jessica
February 11th, 2011
10:35 am
Rodney does an excellent job of keeping us informed about everything. I enjoyed Ludlow. RIP
Van Keys
February 11th, 2011
10:37 am
RIP Ludlow! You are the best and will be missed!
SEC Fact Finder
February 11th, 2011
10:38 am
We were blessed to have Ludlow with us in our Market for many many years.
The positive attitude, strong laughter, and sense of others is what made Mr. Porch the host and friend he became to us all through the radio and personal appearances.
James
February 11th, 2011
10:42 am
Godspeed Ludlow, You are Lewis are laughing at all of us now.
Nativeson
February 11th, 2011
10:42 am
I think he’s leading the flip flop parade rat now.
becca_lynn
February 11th, 2011
10:43 am
Ludlow and Lewis together again – oh what a time they are having! If memory serves, Lewis’ father and Ludlow’s mother were once married making them stepbrothers. And I thought my family was funny!
jw
February 11th, 2011
10:44 am
Wow – I always wanted to be a funseeker – LOVED his trivia shows more than anything! Heaven is a lot better place today! I wonder if we will have an 800 number so we can call – it would be nice to hear a cheerful voice instead of the hate left/right side talking vermin spewers that are out there now. Really gonna miss that – not many of those guys left, now.
You know God has problems with squirrels – mold – corns and stuff – now that Ludlow is there, he and the heavenly funseekers can get all those problems fixed. Gone but not forgotten – prayers are with the family.
Pat
February 11th, 2011
10:45 am
In a class of his own. What fun I had over the years listening to him on the radio. Just the other Saturday morning I heard one of his old ‘regulars’ on a radio show…it brought back so many memories. Yes, heaven will be an even better place as Luddy is welcomed home.
Will Jones
February 11th, 2011
10:55 am
“G-d willing and the creek don’t rise.” RIP Ludlow, you were great on WSB.
"Ham man" was my radio tag
February 11th, 2011
10:56 am
I didn’t call in very often but, when I did, Ludlow always remembered me for when he did some radio commercials for a client of mine in the late eighties. He was a joy to work with. He also was a sport enough to send me a free book when I stumped him once with a trivia question. Those of us fortunate enough to have met Ludlow will always remember him.
Tell the truth
February 11th, 2011
10:58 am
I miss so much the type of humor and easy going radio shows from the past. The loud mouthed, know it all radio types today have nothing to say to me. They never, ever speak to our better angels. Your memory lives on Luddy.
Winger
February 11th, 2011
11:00 am
Who’s going to organize the Flip Flop Parade in Tucker this year? Maybe Dave from Conyers?
As a registered “Whacko” who used to get a call around Christmas from Miss Sparky, I still have his books that I can read to enjoy Ludlow forever.
mike
February 11th, 2011
11:01 am
Damn … How am I ever going to get rid of the Squirrels in my attic now! RIP love ya
RIP
February 11th, 2011
11:06 am
Ludlow and Lewis Grizzard were great Americans. I’m sorry they are gone.
Love you Luddy
February 11th, 2011
11:06 am
I’m listening to the Ludlow Porch tribute show hosted by Denny Ainsworth this morning at:
http://funseekers.net/splashpage/
It just tears me apart when they play Ludlow’s intro music and I know he’s not there…
Love you Luddy
February 11th, 2011
11:08 am
Good morning Funseekers!
Howard
February 11th, 2011
11:09 am
Funseekers, our friend has now gone on to be with friends and family. I remember Ludlow fondly back in the days of WRNG radio and WSB. I remember his trivia shows and I would call in and try to stump him or he would always try to stump me. I am now 44, and I will miss Ludlow Porch dearly.
Love you Luddy
February 11th, 2011
11:10 am
Denny just explained that Ludlow’s theme music is from the Waylon Jennings song “Lucille.”
Harriett
February 11th, 2011
11:11 am
I am not a usual poster on this blog, Rodney, but hearing that Ludlow Porch died led me here. Back in the day, I had two friends who were his “Whackos” and always, always enjoyed the fun when he was on. One “Whacko” went by “Cleopatra of Egypt” and was hilariously looking for her lost church mice. LOL! It was that type of thing that endeared him to all, for the took the calls as if he were speaking to a sane person. That was part of the fun. Rest in peace, dear Ludlow!
RIP Ringmaster
February 11th, 2011
11:11 am
I had the pleasure of listening too and meeting Ludlow several times over the years and he was always delightful. RIP
SteveC
February 11th, 2011
11:13 am
I remember one of his radio shows when he “uncovered” a big government “cover-up”. Called some “expert” who finally admitted, after some prodding, that there really was no state of Montana — it was all a huge government hoax. Almost had this guy in tears. Then callers started calling in saying, but Ludlow, my husband and I visited Montana year before last….. Hilarious. RIP, Ludlow.
GodBlessMrPorch
February 11th, 2011
11:19 am
Ludlow was a true fixture in Atlanta radio. Listened to him on WRNG, WSB and through the funseekers network. RIP Ludlow, we will miss you. For the rest of you: Find someone to be nice to!
Dr. R
February 11th, 2011
11:19 am
Wonderful man and a great antidote to the anger and hard feelings we hear on radio today.
frans gal
February 11th, 2011
11:24 am
Ludlow was one of a kind and I loved his books. Another great American gone–Lewis and Ludlow together again–Heaven is happy place today.
Weirdos & Winos
February 11th, 2011
11:24 am
Hope they play volleyball at the memorial service!
oldfart
February 11th, 2011
11:27 am
I’ve never met a finer gentleman. The personality on the radio was not a facade like many others. Perhaps his family will take some condolence in a life so well lived.
PJ
February 11th, 2011
11:33 am
RIP Ludlow Porch – funny man, long-time dental patient of my father’s. His book, “You’re Sittin on Boomey,” made me cry with laughter. His personal note to me says, “Only very bright children have imaginary friends,” reminding me of my childhood “friend” “Prankey” and loving that Luke & Jack have “Doodob” & “Cray.”
Ted Striker
February 11th, 2011
11:36 am
What a fine gentleman. You could always tell he loved what he did.
Thank you, Rodney, for passing this along.
North always beats the south
February 11th, 2011
11:37 am
Rest in peace Ludlow!
Love you Luddy
February 11th, 2011
11:39 am
True story…
Lewis Grizzard: “Ludlow, what do you want played at your funeral?”
Ludlow: “Volleyball.”
That’s classic Ludlow.
Dirty Dawg
February 11th, 2011
11:50 am
The King of Talk Radio when it was fun…and not just an excuse to piss people off. We’ve missed you Luddy. You folks be sure to keep the kudzu away from his grave….as well as Marines on maneuvers.
shaggy
February 11th, 2011
11:57 am
Lewis, Catfish, and Ludlow…God is having some great laughs today.
itsme
February 11th, 2011
11:58 am
Ludlow was a great talent and such a fine, old-fashioned Southern gentleman. It’s a shame they don’t make them like him any more. His radio show and books reflected a simpler, more pleasant time. Find somebody to be nice to… today and every day.
The Cookie Man
February 11th, 2011
12:12 pm
He made me laugh so hard that I wrecked 2 different company trucks while listening to his show.
Denny Ainsworth
February 11th, 2011
12:13 pm
Thanks Rodney for helping spread the word about a true radio pioneer that will never be replaced. One small item that has been misstated is Ludlow’s birth year. He was born in 1935. As Lud would say, that makes him 59 years old. But then again, he also told folks his real birth name was “Olivia DeHavilland”.
Pat Moody
February 11th, 2011
12:19 pm
Yes I agree heaven today is a funnier place with Ludlow and Lewis! Always enjoyed the story about how a Nargahide couch was made with all those “nargies” , he could really make you laugh! My thoughts are with his family!
Susan
February 11th, 2011
12:21 pm
A great Southern voice has been silenced! We will miss you Ludlow! But now, you will keep all those in Heaven laughing
Rest in Peace
AJ Fortune
February 11th, 2011
12:22 pm
This morning the world became a meaner place but heaven got even better. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and all our Whacko friends. Now it is up to all of us to keep the Funseekers Network up and running as a legacy to this great friend of mankind!
Whatever else you do today, find somebody to be nice to.
Prayers going up
February 11th, 2011
12:28 pm
Prayers to his family. He was an interesting broadcaster, an Atlanta fixture.
LL
February 11th, 2011
12:28 pm
RIP Mr. Porch
Yellow Britches
February 11th, 2011
12:33 pm
Luddy was like a member of the family, a comfortable and comforting voice who genuinely liked people, especially those of the Southern type. He will be missed but I guess the wackos who have gone on before will be happy to see him. What a true original! No one like him.
Reese
February 11th, 2011
12:43 pm
Damn I still miss Lewis Grizzard, now with Ludlow passing, gotta add him to that list. Sad day indeed.
Craig Lee
February 11th, 2011
12:46 pm
Definitely a great man. A great memory maker and friend. See ya soon Luddy!
Deb
February 11th, 2011
12:51 pm
I am saddened today for the passing of Ludlow. Some of my fondest memories and laughs occurred while listening to his shows. He and Lewis were like fried potatoes and pinto beans. As good as it gets. Go get em Luddy. Spread your sunshine and enjoy.
GA Mom
February 11th, 2011
12:58 pm
I have his cookbook “Fat White Guys Cookbook”. It has great recipes and plenty of “comments” from Mr. Porch.
RIP Luddie.
Rickster
February 11th, 2011
12:59 pm
I hope Luckovich does a (respectful) tribute.
Grizzard/Porch Fan
February 11th, 2011
1:15 pm
You know God has his hands full with both of those ol’ boys up there in Heaven, but you know there won’t be a dry eye in the place when they get to rolling, God Bless their families and know we feel these losses deeply
Get Real
February 11th, 2011
1:21 pm
Always heard God picks the best flowers for his garden. Lewis and Ludlow are among some of the best! RIP!
Greg
February 11th, 2011
1:24 pm
Another true class act that will not be replaced. They don’t make ‘em like that anymore! Rest in peace, Ludlow!
doris wilkinson
February 11th, 2011
1:30 pm
Mr Ludlow was just breathe of fresh air.I have great memories listening to him with my sweet daddy on WHIE 1320.Mr Ludlow had alot of Mayberry in him.God Bless dear heart.
Kathy/Cleaning lady from Cleveland
February 11th, 2011
1:34 pm
Ludlow was, quite literally the Father I wish that I’d had.
His gentle manner and politeness in the face of everything won me over and kept
me a faithful listener and caller for the past 16 years.
He was a true friend for many years, and I will miss him so much; but am very, very thankful that he left a legacy of friendship for all us “Wackos” and we know that someone understood that we were just half a bubble out of plumb and loved us all.
One of my favorite moments: the Turkey Neck Story
Rest well, my friend
Johnny Nam
February 11th, 2011
1:38 pm
Love ya Bud…………………..
George Howard
February 11th, 2011
1:46 pm
Godspeed, Ludlow. Another good man gone to glory.
Phil Hanson
February 11th, 2011
1:52 pm
Thank you Rodney, and I want to thank everyone that made a comment. Ludlow was my Dad, he would have loved reading this as much as I have. Thanks again.
BehindEnemyLines
February 11th, 2011
1:52 pm
Another sad day for Atlanta radio followers. Thanks Ludlow, for a life well spent, we were better off because you were here.
Roberta Higginbotham
February 11th, 2011
1:53 pm
What a loss. Some of his regular call-in guests really cracked me up. Ray D. Ator was hilarious, especially when he talked about his wife Edner (not Edna, as Ludlow would remind us). I’d really look forward to Ludlow’s Friday shows because I knew that was the day Ray called in.
TrishaDishaWarEagle
February 11th, 2011
2:13 pm
RIP Ludlow Porch
Whenever I hear your theme music now and again it makes me think of my grandaddy because you were always on the radio in their kitchen. I miss him a lot.
Cecilia Callaghan Robertson
February 11th, 2011
2:18 pm
I enjoyed hearing him on WRNG radio and meeting him and Phil as extras in The Prize Fighter with Tim Conway and Don Knotts. His cook books were just like him, full of fun and comments- the man liked to eat. He will be missed.
apcblog.org » Blog Archive » R.I.P., Ludlow Porch
February 11th, 2011
2:35 pm
[...] 76, after having suffered a stroke. According to Atlanta Press Club board member Rodney Ho’s media blog on AJC.com, Porch — whose real name was Bobby C. Hanson, spent years on 680 WRNG-AM Ring Radio [...]
Cecil34
February 11th, 2011
2:35 pm
Ludlow, one of the last links to “old Atlanta” made my parents and grandparents laugh so much over the years – me too.
I will miss him as I have Lewis…..
Tucker
February 11th, 2011
2:48 pm
I remember the time Sheriff Crabapple’s deputy adopted a newborn Vietnamese baby, and Ludlow and the Sheriff discussed at length whether the new parents would have to learn Vietnamese to talk with it…and the time Ludlow and Kitty Litter broadcast the Tucker Flip Flop Parade with Prince Charles as the Grand Marshall…and the time…
Bless you, Ludlow. You were a unique member of the Atlanta airwaves family.
Donna
February 11th, 2011
2:55 pm
You were my cousin, but more like a daddy to me. I know you are with Nanny, Aunt Kat, Chuck and Lewis. Heaven is even more special by your presence there. See you again someday Cuz !
Luddy is my Hero!
February 11th, 2011
3:05 pm
I loved it when Ludlow’s show topic was the Andy Griffith Show. “Judy, Judy, Judy, Judy.”
I always remember when he paid tribute to the hot dog. I recall Ludlow saying the bun really makes the hot dog. I agree!
And Ludlow’s conversations with Radio Ray were hysterical. Ludlow would get Ray going and I’d crack up just hearing the little weasel giggle.
And how about Choo Choo Man.
Ludlow: “Let’s go to Dallas, Georgia and the Choo Choo Man.”
Choo Choo: “Hellllllllooooooooo Ludlow.”
I also enjoyed hearing Luddy’s conversations with the Cleaning Woman.
Frameman
February 11th, 2011
3:05 pm
A true southern gentleman. Used to call him up a couple of times a year just to check in. Took my 8 year old son to a live broadcast and introduced them. Several years later we wandered by another live broadcast and Ludlow stopped his show in the middle of a sentence and shouted out “Jonathan, I haven’t seen you in a month of Sundays, come up here and tell me what’s going on with you.” Really impressed both father and son.
John Long
February 11th, 2011
3:07 pm
We are all saddened by the loss of one of our greatest southern humorists, Georgia radio professionals, and inaugural (2007) career achievement inductees. The membership of the Georgia Radio hall of Fame send much love and positive thoughts to the Hanson family.
Legend of Len Barker
February 11th, 2011
3:13 pm
The elephants are now breathing a sigh of relief as Ludlow is no longer on his diet.
TrafficHeadache
February 11th, 2011
3:14 pm
Funseekers all over will miss Ludlow. Keep ‘em laughing up there.
John
February 11th, 2011
3:37 pm
Man what a joyful place heaven must be.He and Lewis swapping stories.Lewis and Ludlow are gone as is the Atlanta media.Royal! Get behind the control board.It’s time for The Funseekers.
Long Time Listener, 1st Time Caller
February 11th, 2011
3:42 pm
Now we know why God brought Royal Marshall in a few weeks ago. He needed a producer for Ludlow’s show. WSB and the ATL are well represented.
Bonnie
February 11th, 2011
3:47 pm
My grandmother used to swear by Ludlow. What a combination, Ludlow, Lewis, and Royal – my grandmother must be extremely happy. Rest in peace. Prayers to the family. I know he will be missed.
Sergeant Stryker
February 11th, 2011
3:51 pm
Ludlow, you should have known that Marines cannot die without permission from their Sergeant Major.
I’m afraid this will reflect on your service record. Semper Fi and stand at ease, old friend.
Hillbilly Deluxe
February 11th, 2011
3:57 pm
Some of the best spoofs that were ever pulled off, on the radio.
People need to remember his tag line, “Whatever else you do today, you find somebody to be nice to”.
Dianne
February 11th, 2011
3:58 pm
I met Ludlow at a book signing at my brother’s bookstore many years ago. He was charming and funny. Rest in peach Ludlow.
Ted
February 11th, 2011
4:23 pm
My late mother in law loved Ludlow (as did I.) For her birthday, I sent a note to Ludlow and asked him to wish her a happy birthday. Because he was off the air, that day, he couldn’t honor my request. He called me and apologized. Calling Ludlow a class act doesn’t begin to cover it.
Thanks, Rodney.
Khrystal Kleer
February 11th, 2011
4:25 pm
Luddy, you will be sorely, sorely missed – from the little sister you never had nor wanted. Imagine my surprise when I found out you autographed other folks’ books that way. Dude, you were, like, sooooo funny. See ya in a few.
Lou
February 11th, 2011
4:27 pm
Heard him for years on RING and WSB. After that, I no longer listened, as I didn’t know where and how to find him on radio in the Atlanta area. He was a great humorist. I, too, remember the Naugahyde spoof and all the crazies who called in on a regular basis, especially loved the actor David Milford and his Ludlow “characters.” RIP
i
Joe in Cumming
February 11th, 2011
4:32 pm
A Great American!!
scott
February 11th, 2011
4:34 pm
A true southern gentleman and humourist. I cant imagine being around him and Lewis and hearing whatever the subject was.
Rest in Peace
Lake Seminole Jim
February 11th, 2011
4:41 pm
SEMPER FI. Thanks for all the Marine Corps Birthday Parties @ the Blue Ribbon Grill.
"Chef" Tim Dix
February 11th, 2011
4:47 pm
To honor his memory, “”Whatever else you do today, you find somebody to be nice to”
He’d feel fulfilled.
George
February 11th, 2011
5:00 pm
The squirrels are safe. He was a great American and will be missed.
Pea Eye Parker
February 11th, 2011
5:01 pm
My Lord … ol’ Ludlow’s gone … my Lord.
Michael Lawrence
February 11th, 2011
5:30 pm
It was more enjoyable to listen to Ludlow Porch than to listen to Neal Boortz.
autoguard
February 11th, 2011
5:31 pm
Just Damn. :’-(
Longtime caller, first-time listener
February 11th, 2011
5:36 pm
“Well, good morning Funseekers! How are ya’ll doing out there in radio land? Just fine, I hope. Let me tell you what I want to talk about today…”
Tommy from Waleska
February 11th, 2011
5:38 pm
Here is a recent video I found on YouTube showing Ludlow at his best. Enjoy….
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBi_-tTwfoE
Whatever else you do today, you find somebody to be nice to”
Irisher
February 11th, 2011
5:59 pm
RIF, Luddy!! (That’s Rest in Fun!!)
Say Hey to your Momma ‘n them.
Fellow MCHS Graduate
February 11th, 2011
6:04 pm
I feel like I have lost a member of the family. Sooo many memories. Remember the night he announced that the NCAA would allow only one school to have each mascot, and that Georgia would no longer be the Bulldogs and Tech not the Yellow Jackets. Even better was the night that the guy lost his true love because he was Bipedal, and the Bipedal Defamation League called in to protest.
Later, in the daytime shows, I would stop everything on Friday when Ciero Greenburg, the operator of the only drive-in funeral home that he knew of would call in. Ray D. Ater and Edner, the Flip Flop Parades, on and on.
I loved his show in any incarnation. I love all of his books. I still enjoy the tapes of his famous “roasts”.
Thanks for all the memories!! And, Ludlow, I found several people to be nice to today!!
David
February 11th, 2011
7:25 pm
I had never heard of Ludlow Porch but my company truck at the time only had an AM radio and I began listening to his show and was HOOKED. What a WONDERFUL show he put on and though I have moved on, I still remember his show and the “Wackos”. God bless Ludlow. They don’t make em like you any more. And whatever else you do today, you find somebody to be nice to.
TC
February 11th, 2011
7:56 pm
Ludlow Porch was simply THE BEST talk radio host that I have ever heard-bar none! I met him at a book-signing in 1999 and was very impressed. I DO NOT & WILL NOT listen to political talk radio-those people are more concerned with being a part of the problem than a part of the solution. I will continue to listen to Denny for as long as he continues Ludlow’s tradition.
Robin
February 11th, 2011
9:06 pm
God bless you Ludlow. Please tell Lewis hello. This UGA girl can’t hear “My Girl” without thinking about him. Bless you both…you are missed.
Keith from Berkeley Lake
February 11th, 2011
9:34 pm
When I sent my 33 year old daughter a note telling her that Ludlow had passed, she sent me the following response…………Dad, you basically raised me and Mary Beth to believe Ludlow Porch was actually in the car with us whenever we rode with you around Atlanta. I can’t believe you’re not one of the pallbearers.
sea
February 11th, 2011
9:39 pm
My Mother and my late Dad got so much joy from listening to Ludlow..
Thanks for the memories…
Atlanta's Leading Lobstertrician
February 11th, 2011
10:15 pm
I’m not Frank Herren, but I’m pretty sure my friend Allen’s mother was “July Fly”. I loved Ludlow, and listened to him every morning for years, when I was high as a bat working for the Mail Service. His topics for discussion were so mundane,so wholly inoffensive as to be borderline moronic, but still endearing. To this day my friends and I still remember a fixture of Ludlow’s program featuring the ongoing campaign between the incumbent North Georgia Sheriff and his gay challenger who always said, “It’s so nice to be nice.” RIP, Ludlow , and welcome home to all those traveling salesmen getting home on a Friday night!
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February 11th, 2011
11:04 pm
[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Jonathan G. Williams, Kyle Binkley. Kyle Binkley said: @Talkmaster Ludlow Porch past away this morning! Just damn. http://tinyurl.com/4h8z2v8. Has link to listen to a tribute for him. [...]
Ricky Grooms
February 12th, 2011
12:02 am
RIP Ludlow, you were a good guy.
Red Oak Fred
February 12th, 2011
12:59 am
I grew up down in the College Park/Red Oak area and am pretty sure he had an antique-type store in an old house, in the late 70’s, near spur 14 near 85, down the street from the Little Giant…anybody else remember that? (and across the street was a house that had a pet monkey outside tied up which would jump around and would scale either the fence or the poles of the power substation next door…and no, you can’t make any of that up…) Anyway, a sad day for a native Atlanta, thinking of him brings back many good memories…
Heathcliff
February 12th, 2011
1:04 am
A nicer man never lived. You put a smile on my face many times. Loved the book: There’s Nothing Neat about Seeing Your Feet.
Donna Overall
February 12th, 2011
2:20 am
As the World’s Only Country & Western Exotic Dancer, Earline P. (as in Precious and Plenty) Bountiful, I was one of Ludlow’s whackos starting with WRNG Radio and throughout the WSB years. I’ve never had so much fun in my life. I treasure my “Whacko Emeritus” medal that Ludlow presented to me sometime back in the 80’s. I know that Ludlow and Lewis are really yucking it up with some of the real old-timers like Big Daddy from Tucker, Sadie Baby, Roxanne, the Bard of Avon, and others of the original whackos that preceded them into Whacko Heaven. Ludlow was the touchstone for some of the most creative people I have ever met. I will never forget his gentle good humor and send my sincere condolences to Nancy and his family. Happy Trails to you, Ludlow, until we meet again.
Gunny Mike
February 12th, 2011
2:33 am
My only experience with Ludlow, other than listening to him with my Grandfather, was at the Marine Corps Birthday in 1992. I was the youngest Marine there and by tradition, I cut the cake with the oldest Marine there. I was alwys greatful for his patriotism for having the celebration at the ol’Blue Ribbon. I sure hope someone from this new generation can step up and remember what “wholesomeness” means
Travis McGee
February 12th, 2011
4:58 am
I almost drove off the road when back in the days when rapid transit was being discussed Ludlow had a guest on with an accent who stated he was in town to promote the rechanneling of the Chattahoochee down Peachtree St. for the purpose of introducing gondolas to Atlanta for rapid transit purposes. Many called in totally irate over such a solution to the traffic problems.
And, who can forget Kid Chocolate?
Fun times for this ol’ funseeker!
SmartAwhiteboy
February 12th, 2011
6:12 am
One of the great ones is gone. I came of age listening to Ludlow on WRNG. He spoke in language and content that I knew as a child in rural south GA. Independent, self sufficient but most of all giving and caring. He used the power that was bestowed on him as media personality to make us laugh, to make us think and most importantly to remind us of our humanity. I will miss Ludow Porch.
stan
February 12th, 2011
6:33 am
When I first moved to Atlanta in December 1983, I lived in a rooming house in S.W. Atlanta by the West End. I only had a AM radio. Could only get 1 or 2 stations and I heard the name Ludlow Porch anyone who remember that year will tell you it was one of the coldest months ever in Atlanta. Thanx Mr. Porch for getting me through that very tough first month. In the Atl. RI{P and much condolences to your family
AIRCONTROL
February 12th, 2011
8:26 am
Semper Fi Big Guy! You made me laugh and I made you laugh! I’m gonna miss your wisdom and humor! Ludlow has gone to the Big Radio Station in the sky! May Denny and George carry on the Funseekers love and tradition for many years to come!
Tech72
February 12th, 2011
10:28 am
From the Flip-Flop Parade in Tucker Georgia lead by Kitty Litter, to the yarn about raising Nauga’s in southern Illinois (where else would you get Naugahide?, to one of his children “coming out” and announcing they were ambidexterous…(How do famlies deal with this?)…Ludlow gave us good, clean fun. A great American, a man of the people. Thanks for the smiles, chuckles and pull off the road, belly laughs!
WONDER WOMAN
February 12th, 2011
10:42 am
LUDLOW WAS ALWAYS WELCOME ON PARADISE ISLAND, A WONDERFUL MAN HE WAS! WONDER WOMAN
holton
February 12th, 2011
10:59 am
Rest in Peace Ludlow. You will be missed.
Scott
February 12th, 2011
11:31 am
I had the priveledge and honor to work with Lud and am a better person for it.He was one of a kind from a gentle, smart and kindness aspect. I know he will be greatly missed. I learned a lot from him.
sheila
February 12th, 2011
12:45 pm
started to listine ludlow in 1995 in cleveland tn at work always enjoyed how he could bring things back from your childhood and talking about food. he was a most wonderful southern gentlemen. he will make them laugh in heaven. and to his kids you had a wonderful father.
Steve Aldridge
February 12th, 2011
1:24 pm
I had listened to Ludlow for years prior to meeting him in 1994 when he and Denny did a remote in Covington GA. At that time, I was doing a 30 minute weekly segment on health care on WGFS AM 1430. Ludlow invited me to come to his studio at Falcon Inn and do a 2 hour segment (9-11 am cause he wasn’t sure how it would work) on his show. I went – scared to death – sitting there with the world famous Ludlow Porch – stomach loaded with butterflies…..and Ludlow said “Just relax, it’s just me and you and that person on the phone talking…” And the program went great, and I’ve been blessed to work with Lud, Denny and George since 1994. He knew that his Funseekers had a lot of health care questions, and it was a delight to get to know everybody a lot better.
I got to visit Ludlow about a week prior to his graduation, and he was struggling due to the effects of the stroke and pneumonia. He’s suffering no more and can see, walk, dance, prance, flop Lewis on the head, and not worry about his blood sugar any more.
God Bless You Ludlow for what you have meant to so many people for so many years. You are truly a legend. And a special salute to Denny and George for continuing the tradition ! Nancy was a very special lady to Lud and I know each day will be a challenge for her – but she has the WhackoWorld behind her !
Hillbilly Deluxe
February 12th, 2011
1:52 pm
One of my favorites was “Would you pay to see Big Daddy stomped, for charity?”. Anybody else remember that one? And whatever became of Homer Southwell and Leon McSleeze?
Brenda Miller T.
February 12th, 2011
3:30 pm
Ludlow, what a gift you were to all of us. I want to thank you for the laughter and fun you brought to my life. One of the best times of my life was producing your show at Ring Radio. Thanks for the memories, my friend.
Linda Hodges
February 12th, 2011
4:45 pm
“Bee-Bop” here…from the old WRNG and WSB days. What a grand time we had. I have ALL of Luddy’s and Lewis’s books and I think I shall have a comedy readying marathon this weekend! That is if my bladder can handle it. LOL Miss you so much, Luddy.
Kyle Harvey
February 12th, 2011
7:40 pm
Everyones comments are so amazing! Ludlow was a blessing to my life and I am a better man for having been around him for many years…which now only seemed like days. Ludlow was Ludlow on the air and off, always the same amazing man making us laugh all the time. As wonderful as I know heaven is, it just got a little better. See you soon, Ludlow.
Charze
February 12th, 2011
10:20 pm
“All snakes are deadly poison – from red wigglers to anacondas.” No snakes in heaven, Luddy . . .
RIP: Ludlow Porch — Peach Pundit
February 12th, 2011
11:07 pm
[...] catching up on the weeks events in the real world and came across the sad news that radio legend Ludlow Porch passed away at the age of [...]
Scott
February 13th, 2011
8:53 am
Leon McSleaze retired and turned into Free. Homer Southwell died from cirrhosis of the liver after a protracted bout with a title pawn company.
Scott
February 13th, 2011
8:54 am
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NoShamSam
February 13th, 2011
9:26 am
RIP
Old Mother Hubbard from Hickory Flat
February 13th, 2011
12:20 pm
I often tell people about his show on “Carrying a bucket.” My wife’s sister got taken hook, line, and sinker. I laugh about it every time I tell it. I will always cherish the day I called in and “cracked him up” with a joke. May his family always remember the good times, and know he was a hero to us all.
Deborah Moore
February 13th, 2011
6:36 pm
I enjoyed listening and calling in to Ludlow Porch’s show during the late 80’s when I first moved to Atlanta. I think I met him at the Blue Ribbon on Briarcliff Road. He let you vent long before “venting” was popular. I hope that his family always have wonderful memories of him.
long time listner from canton
February 14th, 2011
9:38 am
Ludlow supplied his fans with daily doses of humor and encouragement. He will be missed. God bless his family and untold number of friends who cared for him sodeeply through this difficult time. Ludlow was the best.
who?
February 14th, 2011
9:50 am
never heard of him
how2fish
February 14th, 2011
10:44 am
I grew up listening to Ludlow and reading Lewis….I will miss them both..happy trails Ludlow and thanks!
KatieBelle
February 14th, 2011
3:50 pm
I went to one of his book signings w/my grandmother at a retirement community when I was about 15. I actually had read all his books and adored him! He looked at me and said “well, you’re a pretty young thing in a place like this!” Put a big smile on my face, for sure! He signed my book “to the prettiest gal I’ve seen all day!” I beamed from ear to ear and couldn’t wait to show everyone!
RIP, Ludlow!
I later found out he wrote that quite often, but I didn’t care…it was fun, and knowing that he did that sort of made it funny to me b/c it just seemed like something he might’ve said *and meant* to every lady he saw. Ludlow was a special man with a real talent, and he will be missed by those who were fortunate enough to have known of him or blessed enough to know him personally.
My friend says her dad is living on a farm in Heaven next door to Lewis and Catfish… My dad joined them on the farm 2 years ago, and I am hoping he and Lewis greeted Ludlow with a tall glass of sweet tea and lots of fun stories to tell!
Susan Brown
February 14th, 2011
6:44 pm
Ludlow and the Whackos made me laugh many times through the years when nothing else could. Life will be little sadder in the future. Remember, grease is our friend!
Susan from Monroe
Annie
February 14th, 2011
11:47 pm
Ludlow so brightened my work day from 9 to 12. We will all miss him dearly. Ludlow please enjoy a grilled peanut butter and banana sandwich with Elvis. Prayers to family and friends.
“Whatever else you do today, you find someone to be nice to. RIP
Helen Rice
February 15th, 2011
8:05 am
I worked with Ludlow’s daughter Barbara back in 1974 at what used to be Atlanta West Hospital. I had listened to Ludlow on the radio and imagine my suprise when I found out that she was his daughter. Been a long time fan and will certainly miss him. His unique style of humor will be missed greatly. Prayers for the family and all the radio family alos.
George
February 16th, 2011
1:26 pm
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George
February 16th, 2011
1:36 pm
Had the pleasure and honor of working with Ludlow for 16 years, though it really was not work, it was fun, every time in the studio. People had a hard time describing his show. Only in the last two years did I come to a conclusion about that. The Ludlow Porch Show was like recess, a welcomed break from the daily routine and something you looked forward to every day. I don’t know how I got so lucky to work with such a man but I was truly blessed and proud to call Ludlow my friend.
Earl D. from C H E R O K E E
February 16th, 2011
2:52 pm
Cherokee County, Canton, Georgia. My how time flys, as I talked to Denny on the air just this morning.
I had a book of Ludlow’s I had picked up in an antique store in Jasper, Georgia, in 2005. I attended a Whaco party in 2002 at Boiling Park in Canton, Georgia. Got to meet Ludlow, his wonderful wife Nancy and a number of the Funseekers Network (Whaco’s as Luddy referred to us).
I convey my deepest condolences to all who knew him, and hope that you can find comfort in all the memories throughout his life.
Charles
February 17th, 2011
12:33 pm
We always enjoyed Ludlows’ humor, will really miss him.
David Granger
February 17th, 2011
11:32 pm
Funniest thing I ever heard on the radio was Ludlow Porch, and it happened when he wasn’t even trying to be funny.
He asked one of his famous “trivia questions” about director John Ford’s Cavalry Trilogy:
“Not long after WWII had ended, director John Ford made a series of three movies that are now referred to as his ‘Cavalry Trilogy’. They all starred John Wayne as a cavalry officer, and they all had Ward Bond and John Agar and Victor McLaglen, and they were all set in Monument Valley. The first one was ‘Fort Apache’, the second was ‘She Wore a Yellow Ribbon’, and the question I’m asking is…what’s the name of the third one?”
Well…right about that time, on late-night TV, one of those telemarketing firms was pushing a three-movie video set of “All Time Bests of the Duke”…featuring three John Wayne movies. The three were “Fort Apache”, “She Wore a Yellow Ribbon”, and “Flying Leathernecks”.
And everybody who called in tried to tell Ludlow that “Flying Leathernecks” was that third movie. Ludlow would patiently explain that…no, “Flying Leathernecks” is a movie in which John Wayne plays a fighter pilot in the Marine Corps. And the question is what’s the third movie in the “Cavalry Trilogy” in which John Wayne plays a cavalry officer in the old west. Ludlow would admit there was a three-video set being sold on TV right then, and yes…the third movie in that set WAS “Flying Leathernecks”. But that’s not the answer he’s looking for, even though the first two movies just happen to be the same.
And then the caller would admit that, yeah, maybe you’re right, Ludlow. Guess I just didn’t listen closely enough to the question.
And then…just as soon as Ludlow would take another caller, the guy would jump in with “I believe you’re WRONG there, Ludlow. That last fellow was right. That commercial was just on TV, and that third movie IS “Flying Leathernecks!”
…and then Ludlow would patiently explain again.
I was in a small diner eating breakfast when I heard this, and Ludlow had seven callers in a row trying to tell him that “Flying Leathernecks” was the name of that third movie…and never once did Ludlow lose his patience or refuse to explain why it was NOT the right answer.