I would like to send my belated condolences to the family of my friend, John Lombardi. I just found the "Lounging With Lombardi" Facebook page and the obituary.
John was such a nice guy who appreciated the efforts and music of so many performers. He once told me that he would play an entire CD of a performer because it gave more attention to that person's work than a radio station that played a recording only once. John's mission was to give as much exposure to as many talented people he could. I was fortunate to have been one of those people. John and I became fast friends and spoke almost three times a week for some time. He gave me exposure at a time when my career was on hold as I was a 24/7 caregiver. I eventually guested on his program about four years after becoming friends with him. He was always supportive and as he made contacts with performers such as Deana Martin and Jane Monheit, I told him he would become the "go to" guy in the business. I had returned home from doing an appearance on a podcast in Atlanta in May of 2019 to hear of the death of a longtime friend's wife. Shortly thereafter, I heard about John and, while my friend's wife had been critically ill for some time, John's death stunned me. We hadn't spoken as often as we had been doing and I had no idea he had health issues. Though I had his address, I didn't even know if he had family, as friendly as we were. Therefore, this is coming late but please know John is always in my mind and my appreciation for him and what he did for entertainers will always be remembered by me. Rest in peaceful repose, John Lombardi. Your legacy of support for performers and their endeavors will always be remembered and appreciated.

My wife and I truly love John.  He was a gentle giant and spoke highly of everyone, and never a bad word.  He was a sweet soul that graced our lives and those in the music business who came in contact with him.  His gentle and unassuming ways made him so likable, and in fact, all of us who knew him, had nothing but praise for his gentle demeanor.  Rest in Peace dear friend.  One day we'll all be back together and enjoying the sounds of music. 

John was a good friend and co-worker. I enjoyed his company for his humor and honesty. I will miss my friend.

John was a good friend and co-worker. I enjoyed his company for his humor and honesty. I will truly miss my friend.

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18 abril, 1951 – 13 mayo, 2019

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