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for Neil Rogers
Gareth
February 17, 2025
For me, there was no better talk-radio than the early to mid 90's on 610 WIOD. All local talk and callers who contributed to the most entertaining radio. Nothing to this day compares. Neil was the best, could talk for 4 hours straight without drawing breath and is sorely missed.
alan racetrack
December 20, 2024
very funny that someone asked me if i was the ALAN that you always talked about the same day as thisfunny thing is i
, it was not me who you often mentioned
memory showed up .
Jose Andres
December 20, 2024
Neill Gawwd We Miss You!!!!
Len weiss
December 20, 2024
The one and only Neil Rogers dared to say what no one else would on the radio. A real ground breaker.
Gerald Hamilton
December 18, 2024
I miss hearing you on the radio every day. You always made me laugh and make my day more enjoyable just listening to your voice. I will always remember you Neil.
PETE MASIELLO
December 18, 2024
MISS YOU UNCLE NEIL.............PETE THE CHRONIC X BOARD OP
Tina Billias
December 18, 2024
Oh Boy, all your fans must wonder what you would have to say about the current situation all over this warring world and in Washington D.C. Miss your voice, Neil, and your wisdom!
James Schroeder
December 21, 2023
What a fun person, still miss him today.
JOSE ANDRES
December 18, 2023
Neil Gawwwd!!!
Len weiss
December 18, 2022
Neil had a great sense of humor and was loved by all his followers. May he still broadcasting to all the angels in heaven.
Barry M
May 5, 2022
Neil-
You made me smile.
You made me laugh.
Thanks, RIP. Barry
Alan
December 19, 2021
Uncle Neil Continued thoughts of you at the track . Thanks
Mark L
December 18, 2021
Always made me laugh, in such a serious world. Neil God!
Len weiss
December 18, 2021
I´m sure that the angels are being entertained for eternity by a wonderful person.
David Comstock
December 18, 2021
The way he was humming or softly singing to himself while the bridge tender was going off makes me laugh to this day whenever I think about it!
E Fields
December 24, 2020
Hi Neil. It's ten years since you went bye... bye.. bye. I play sound effects all the time on your soundboard. Also, I am doing my best to keep your legacy alive. I think of you every day, and how much you impacted my life. Hopefully, I won't catch COVID-19, so I can write you in 2021. Zei Gazunt.
Leonard Weiss
December 20, 2020
I was an avid fan and miss his physical presence. Loved him dearly.
Tina Billias
December 18, 2020
Still miss your voice and hearty opinions! Nobody like you ever, not even close!
The Beast
December 18, 2020
I can't even imagine what Neil would have been saying over the last four years. This world will never see anyone like him . 10 AM every day still has me wanting to head to my radio.
Pat Mcloughlin
December 18, 2020
Neil I wrote a note after your passing back in 2011. Talk radio without you and Rick and Suds is not only not the same it’s void to me. I now listen to Frank Sinatra music when I drive.
Your faithful listener
Pat Mcloughlin
December 21, 2019
One of a kind. And one of the best there ever was.
-Jonathan B. Jubantime Radio
Mark Eddy
December 18, 2019
Mark here. Long time listener, several time caller. Neil, I miss you so much. I think of you often. And when doing so I smile, then I'll laugh, then I become solemn, saddened that your no longer with us. I never had the pleasure to meet you Neil. I almost approached you at a Dolphins game (you were sitting with Fat Rich) but was too shy. Didn't want to interrupt. I now wish I had met you. To shake your hand and thank you. Not only for the entertainment value of your show but for those life lessons you brought forth. Thank you Neil for your courage and conviction. For being you.
Love you Neil
Phil Giordano
December 18, 2019
Neil was the voice of the people.We miss him every day.
Brian The Beast London
December 18, 2019
Simply the best that ever did it. Also...Doi doi doi doi
December 19, 2011
EVERY DAY WAS A NEW EXPERIENCE WHEN WORKIING WITH NEIL....NEIL AND I WORKED IN MARSHALL MICHIGAN IN THE MID 60'S ALSO IN SARASOTA AND WEST PALM EACH....HE WAS TRULY A GREAT RADIO TALANT AND WILL BE MISSED.
JOHN MEDER
WWOJ FM SEBRING FLA. YES IM STILL ON THE AIR DOING MORNINGS HERE.
Steve Kent
December 16, 2011
A whole year without Neil GOD! If ever this country needed a voice of reason it's Neil's. Un-believable!
Doh, doh, doh, doh, doy!
E From Miami
December 14, 2011
Neil, as the date of your passing approaches Florida is still a cesspool, and only getting worse. You have not missed much. Glad everyone has enjoyed seeing some of my Neil Roger's memorabilia such as my UNNN-BELIEVABLE ZETA button, ZETA 4 personally autographed promo picture with Glen "The Bird" Hill.
I will cherish all the great radio memories and I was fortunate to get to know you well over the years. See you up there in about 30 years man!
Pat McLoughlin
February 1, 2011
Neil - you were truly ahead of your time. I so enjoyed you and Rick and Suds.
You shall be missed.
Hans Bos
January 28, 2011
HI Neil, Hope all is good up there, still cant belive your left this dump we are in here. Truly hope Jorge will step in your foot steps and finish what you started. Doei Hans
kathleen
January 22, 2011
Literally stumbled across the horrible news. You & Phil were part of my daily routine for so long. Met you at a Panthers' game & out-of-towners did not realize who you were. I was happy to notify them you were Uncle Neil. My Queen, My God. They were confused but you sir smiled & gave me an autograph. RIP you will never be forgotten & there will never be another. Now I must go get a life... Thanks Uncle..
Mobile in Boca
January 13, 2011
...Hom many years did you make me laugh?..."bout 30 man"....My dreams of hearing you on satellite radio are gone but, I will never forget you..Thanks a pile...
January 9, 2011
Neil, you were the funniest, ballsiest, honest guy that s. fl. radio ever had. who cares that you were gay? good for you for coming out on the radio.....liked you cause you didnt give a damn what people think and either do I! RIP.....CL
January 8, 2011
Our family moved from Rochester, NY, Neil's hometown, to S. Florida in 1986. We immediately became Neil addicts. Not only was he outrageous and extremely witty, he was amazingly bright. With topics ranging from politics to sports, Neil never missed a beat. He will be sorely missed. RIP Neil and please know how much you were loved.
January 8, 2011
We've been fans since Neil was at WKAT...and that goes way back!! Radio here hasn't been the same since you left.God Bless Neil....May you rest in peace....
Judy & family
January 8, 2011
Marshal
January 8, 2011
Thanks Neil. You were a Radio G-d. You were the only Harness racing friendly show on radio, and had the most original radio show ever, anywhere. One of the pleasures of coming to Ft Lauderdale was listening to Neil.
Roy Varitella
January 8, 2011
Thanks for making me a radio legend...The "guy with the eyes"..Roy Varitella
January 7, 2011
I live in NY now and the only thing I ever missed about S. Florida was Neil Rogers.
He will always be the king of S. Fla. radio.
Bill
NY
JIM SCHROEDER
January 7, 2011
Neil
Thanks for all our laugh's at lunch time.
We will surely miss you.
Jim Schroeder
Maria-Teresa Jimenez
January 7, 2011
Way back in the days when you were @ ZETA and I had those 7:00 a.m. classes, you'd make me laugh so hard I'd cry... Cried at your memorial today cause NO-ONE will ever replace you! Thanks so much for sharing that unique talent! I will always miss you!
Julio Maura
January 7, 2011
Neil thank you for opening our minds to other opinions and ways of thinking. you will be missed Neilll Gooddd!!!
Roger
January 7, 2011
Thank you Neil for being the best there ever was. Thank you for being strong enough to stand up for what you believed in and not keeping your mouth shut about it and most of all THANK YOU for just being you.
January 7, 2011
Thx. for the Mammaries Neil! You were truly an original!
January 7, 2011
Hey Neil, I could never get enough of you each day on your radio station. I would get so upset when the show would end early because of a baseball game, even though you would count the minutes until you were out of there. I miss you, and these tears are for real.
Ronnie,Loxahatchee,Florida
Scott
January 6, 2011
Neil My Love, I found you in the early 80's. I then followed you from one radio station to another, AM to FM and back to AM again, with the Zeta show being my favorite. I would listen to you on the way to work. Once I arrived at work I would climb my crane as fast as I could in order not to miss anything good. Once in the crane I had the privilege of listening to the remainder of the show. This routine I repeated for over 20 yrs. With all this in mind, I have to say that Uncle Neil had a Fantastic Influence on my life. We could never put a price on what we owe him, but what we can do is say with a heavy heart, we Love You and will always remember you.
THANK YOU.
Chris Hooper
January 6, 2011
Enjoyed you through the years Neil. Godspeed...
Mangoh Frantlipp
January 6, 2011
Uncle Neil will always be the number one agent provocateur in the hearts of his listeners...and we mean that in a good way.
JAVI GONZALEZ
January 6, 2011
NEIL AND HIS PROGRAM MADE BEING STUCK IN TRAFFIC ON THE 836, OR I-95,A GOOD THING! REST IN PEACE!
E Fam
January 5, 2011
This evening tune into Mike Malloy XM Channel 167 America Left at 9:00PM to 10:00PM. My family has sponsored a tribute to Neil.
I hope you can hear this Neil!
Mario Cohan
January 5, 2011
The morning car drive will never be the same in Miami without your voice and your humor....and why not... your "crankiness!"
Neil Fan
January 4, 2011
Neil GOD !!!
james wilson
January 3, 2011
Rest in peace Neil. Guess Stan Major won out. You will never be replaced in South Florida Radio! When I moved here 24 years ago I found you. I will never forget you.
Harry Dillard
January 3, 2011
We have lost a true radio giant. Neil kept me entertained since the mid 80s. I don't know how many times he had me laughing out loud in my car. Thanks Neil, for all you gave to us. Rest in peace, my friend.
bruce johnson
January 3, 2011
just like listening to NPR today, listening to NEIL was the highlight of my day. Never shying away from what he was thinking, and expressing it on the air gave me just a little more confidence in what ever I was doing. He also helped me deal with my homosexuality. I wish I could be at the memorial. it will be a real celebration of Neil Rogers life. He was truly an inspiration for all.
Herman Tannenbaum
January 2, 2011
When I opened my auto parts business on Wingate Rd. in 1957 Neil kept me in good humor through all the lean times. Herman of Smilin Jacks.
E Mispucha
January 2, 2011
I first met Neil when I was 14 years old and he had a lasting impression on me. I feel fortunate to have gotten to know Neil on a personal level. Neil liked my enthusiasm for radio and calling in local talk show hosts and bashing them. During my school years I wrote a lot of papers on Neil. I have posted one of my most prized possessions a photo of Neil’s ZETA days. Neil signed the photo “To My Biggest Fan”. I truly was his biggest fan. Hope that brings back good memories for all who listened to Neil during that wonderful time. Say hi to Fat Rich for me. I used to see him often in Pumpernicks in Palmetto Bay (formerly Suniland). Years from now people will not even believe Neil’s type of radio show ever existed… what a shame. I’ll continue your legacy, Neil.
Hi to Tony D. the barber. I’ll visit you soon to reminisce about Neil.
Listen to Mike Malloy 15/2011, at 9:00PM XM 167 for a Neil tribute from my family.
Phyllis Blane
January 2, 2011
I listened to Neil for over 25 years. He was the greatest. I couldn't get out of the car when I was listening. He brought so much enjoyment to all of us and he will be greatly missed.
Richard Jack
January 1, 2011
Patricia Martin
January 1, 2011
To Soon to go R. I. P.
CAMERON THOMAS
January 1, 2011
THANK YOU FOR KEEPING ME COMPANY WHILE I DROVE MY DUMPTRUCK AND ALL THE SMILES AND LAUGHS. YOU WILL BE TRUEY MISSED. REST IN PEACE!!! CAMERON THOMAS
DONELDA THOMAS
January 1, 2011
NEIL, YOU WILL BE MISSED BY ALL WHO KNEW YOU. ON & OFF THE RAIDO.MY HUBBY DROVE A TRUCK AND WOULD LISTEN TO YOU ALL THE TIME.THEN WHEN HE CAME HOME AND TELL US ALL ABOUT YOUR SHOW AND WHAT YOU SAID.IT GOT TO THE POINT THAT WE WOULD SAY; "BECAUSE NEIL SAID SO" YOU KEPT HIM COMPANY IN THAT DUMPTRUCK FOR MANY YEARS.THANK YOU!!!HE LOVED YOUR HUMOR.YOU ARE THE GREATEST!!! REST IN PEACE.!!!THE THOMAS FAMILY. CAMERON DONELDA AND FAMILY
Will Norris
December 31, 2010
God Bless Neil! I listened for his last 7 years daily,while on the road,after FM radio became un-listenable. I hope Neil realized the countless number of fans that he connected with. Like a huge dysfunctional family, and we will carry his humor with us forever. Which means, Neil will also live on forever!
pete rivera
December 31, 2010
Neil R.I.P.! OYYY!!!! By the way , you were always " ABSOLUTELY CORRECT SIR!! "
PAUL KARPF
December 31, 2010
by listening to you every day made me feel like i had family.I WILL MISS YOU
Lee Kousek
December 31, 2010
Neil Rogers you are the greatest!!
December 31, 2010
Neil God!! RIP!!! Your shows were memorable!!!
December 31, 2010
Neil you had me in hysterics; Through my divorce, a couple of business failures, unemployment. Thank you for that.
Robert
L Worbington
December 31, 2010
I figgin loved your humor, no one has ever come close!
Frank
December 31, 2010
Funny how a guy you never met becomes a "radio friend" For 20 years, through career problems, money problems, wife problems, kid problems, you name it...he made my heart lighter. Whether there is a God or heaven or not, who knows. But is sure is fun to think that someday we'll all be listening to him again. Thanks for being my radio friend.
Frank in Coral Gables
Pete Marshall
December 30, 2010
I lived in Sunrise from 1989 to 1994. When I first arrived, my lawnmower was dead and I took it out to a small engine repair store in Davie. The owner had Neil on the radio (WIOD) in his garage, and knowing that I was a newcomer, he advised me that listening to NR was the only way to stay sane down there. He was right! Near that time, NR was on with the "The Bird" (that eventually didn't work out). I never got used to the crowds and density of the three South Florida counties and was glad to leave five years later. But I recall the friendly advice of that lawnmower repair guy and admit that he was right: NR kept me going during my time there. I still can't stop laughing every time I hear "Bridgetender". RIP Neil Rogers.
December 30, 2010
I wonder if we could ever get any of the cd's of the show when neal had the call in's. we will always remember neil. no one can compare to him. so smart so funny the answers that he would give back to the callers were hilarious. I will miss you neil ann
BOB SETH
December 30, 2010
Jimmie and Danny, Danny and Jimmie,Jimmie and Danny. Neil, I have not had to stop driving from laughing so hard since you were on the air. We will always feel a void in our lives without you. Rest in peace.
Park Dallis
December 30, 2010
I'm dyin' ovah heah.
Dang, Neil, we'll miss you so.
A great talent and a creative genius.
I tuned in to Neil in 1986 and continued listening over the internet after I moved from South Florida in '96.
Jeff Frankel
December 30, 2010
Neil was the best radio personality I have ever heard and I was so fortunate to have had Neil on the radio for the 27 years I lived in south Florida. I will miss you Neil!
Paul L
December 30, 2010
ok everybody...ENOUGH OF THE SUCKING.
Neil is loaning God $50 as we speak and chowing down on Pizza Loft. He's already found a Vette, the Luis Miguel records are blaring, and he and the Bird are making mayhem for us all.
NEIL...MY QUEEN....GOD...MISS YOU
MARY CHARNIN
December 29, 2010
R.I.P. NEAL. MY HUSBAND BILL AND I USED TO LISTEN TO YOU WHEN WE LIVED IN SOUTH FLORIDA. YOU WERE THE BEST !
December 29, 2010
today is the 29th of december. I turned on my computer and typed in neil rogers. I didn't know that he died last friday. I feel very sad and started to cry. He was so great on radio I would go down to the beach and listen to him and get the sun and he would make me laugh till I had a pain in my stomach. no one will ever take his place. when he had the call in's that was the best of neil. you will be missed by all of us. rest in peace.
ann
Doug Van Harren
December 29, 2010
Neil we loved you! We listened while on the road to the computer shows we fequented. We started in the Flea Market the Swap Show in Fort Lauderdale. One day as we were selling we had you on the AM radio LOUD as a canadian came by. He said "Is that Rodgers? "I said Yes it is." He said "A lot of us do not come down any more because of him" LOL I regret never calling your show and telling you this you would of loved it!! We miss you Neil you are the BEST on the AM dial in 30 YEARS. I love Learning to Spell with Darnell RIP Neil
NEIL GOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Promotional Button From The ZETA Days.
E Ticki
December 29, 2010
I got to know Neil personally over the years through mutual acquaintances, and developed a rapport with him. I met Neil for the first time at an appearance he did at a boat dealership on US1 in Cutler Bay. Neil used to enjoy when I would call local radio stations and make prank calls - the majority of these talk shows hosts have passed away. My collection of Neil Rogers radio memorabilia is extensive. I have posted a picture of a promotional button from his ZETA days. Neil, now that you are in the big talk show in the sky say hi to Peppy Fields, Jerry Witch-ner, Glen Hill and my Grandparents. I wish you could do one last show… just for old time sake.
Neil, you were the biggest influence in my life. I still can not believe you are gone.
Cory Lowe
December 29, 2010
Neil was the best. Can't believe he's gone. Hopefully our beloved Maple Leafs will win it one day. You will be missed. R.I.P.
Cory
Jeff Becker
December 29, 2010
Neil, you will be missed by all.
December 29, 2010
Neil, you will be missed by all.
JOHN MEDER
December 29, 2010
I WORKED WITH NEIL IN MICHIGAN AND HAD A BLAST. WE WERE A SMALL AM DAYTIMER IN MARSHALL AND HE LOVED DISHING ON OUR COMPETOR A FULL TIMER AND HE DID A GREAT JOB....I ALSO WORKED IN WEST PALM BEACH WHEN HE WAS A WJNO....HE WAS TRULY A GREAT TALANT I WISH I HAD JUST A BIT OF HIS...IM STILL WORKING ON THE AIR HERE IN SEBRING.
JOHN MEDER AKA MEDERIN THE MORNING ON WWOJ FM
Robert Garcia
December 29, 2010
I'm still having trouble believing that Neil's gone. He was so witty, smart & funny. His show was so original, there will NEVER be anyone like Neil God. Neil, rest in peace.
S&B
December 28, 2010
A day at the beach listening to Neil on my radio was the best day ever. He was more than a voice over the airwaves. We felt like he was part of our family. He made us laugh, cry, and most of all he challenged the powers that be. "Loan me $50" became part of our family's venacular along with so many other bits. How do you thank someone for 30 years of being there for you? When I was down he made me laugh. When I felt lonely he was there. We miss you Uncle Neil. We are truly "wasting away in good old Hallandale" now.
Louie D
December 28, 2010
Not only did I relate to Neil as a local host in South Florida, I too am originally from Rochester. I know Don & Bob's and Nick Tahoe's, Zweigles Hot Dogs and Genesee Beer.
Radio has never been the same when he was on and will never be, EVER! Neil was getting ratings unheard of on TV and FM, let alone and AM station. Can you ever recall a time when someone got a 9 share on an AM radio Station? Syndicated show do not put up those kind of numbers!
The microphone is now and will forever be in silence. Rest in peace Neil.
Tony Whiteside
December 28, 2010
My best memories of Neil was when I first came to South Florida and I remember turning on the radio and listening to him for the first time, I was hooked, from Neils noises to his views on life , you will be missed ,Thanks Neil R.I.P.
December 28, 2010
Neil--RIP====you made thrity years of living in this hell hole enjoyable. Great radio man! You were already missed, but you will never be forgotten.
December 28, 2010
For all the years you were on the air I was an addict! I traveled alot and you kept me connected to this crazy community. May you continue your seet spirit in a "better place".
December 27, 2010
As Neil had so many bits, I'm sure he would be playing - "No more sucking, please".
Love you Neil!
Pam
December 27, 2010
I was so disappointed when you went off the air. You have been & will always be missed. You made us think & laugh. Thanks.
patty b
December 27, 2010
fondest memories of listening am radio are completely associated with listening to you Neil. You will truly be missed, but never forgotten
dave d
December 27, 2010
he was the best thing about south florida, truly one of a kind. he had an uncanny ability to make something funny out of serious issues and to bring out our emotions. look around at a red light and see others in cars smiling and laughing, thanks for making my days brighter.
December 27, 2010
Neil was the Best you made the crazy work day fun.
CJ
D.G
December 27, 2010
Neil you were "ABSOLUTELY CORRECT SIR".You made me laugh everyday.I used to hate your rerun shows and could'nt wait for you to come back.You were an icon in the industry and a super talent.May you rest in peace.
Fred Pretz
December 27, 2010
Dear Neil,you helped to improve my English language listening your smart opinions in your daily radio programs in Miami.Your rants against corruption and corrupt regional officials and politicians I remember them like my favorites.Neil you will be missed in South Florida because your tongue in radio did not have a piece of bone.RIP Neil for always.Fred.
Scott W
December 27, 2010
A day without listening to Neil was a tough day. When he went on vacation, wanted the time go by quickly. Remember how we laughed when he talked of Ben and Jerry's Phish Food and many grocery stores ran out because Neil talked about it. How we laughed when callers kept asking for Bridgetender and Young Neil! How he was intolerant of religion and the silly dresses that they wore. Whether you liked him or not he had the power that you were listening. Remember he "never stole a freight train"
December 27, 2010
Neil you will be missed more than you could ever have imagined. I used to listen to you at work and it made the day go by so much faster. You were a treasure and a pleasure. RIP Neil you never stole a freight train. Carol
Larry
December 27, 2010
neil, u brought so much nothingness into our lives and loved every bit of it. u old troll
u should have never retired so fast.
give em a good show were ever u r
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