Cincinnati, Ohio
Bill Nimmo, Cincinnati's first TV star who went on to work with Johnny Carson, Jackie Gleason and Regis Philbin, died Tuesday in Milford. He was 93."Show business was his whole life. It's what kept him happy until his final days," says Len Goorian of Owensville, who worked with Nimmo in 1947, as...
Read MoreMy father worked at KGO_TV in San Francisco back in the 1950's. Bill must have been a guest on one of the live local shows when my father asked him to sign his autograph book. He signed it to me and my brother as Bill "The Bartender" Nimmo. I have treasured it always.
Carolyn Marcinkowski
June 05, 2015 | Cloverdale, CA
As a child, Bill and his family were great friends of my family in the Hudson Valley. He and Helen had a positive influence on my childhood. We spent a lot of time with Doug and Janie(his children). Bill was always "down to earth" and our friend. My parents would play bridge with Bill and Helen until the sun rose. We would visit their home full of great kitchen aromas. Thank You Bill for being a great friend and mentor.
Greg Peck
Mystic, CT
Greg Peck
August 14, 2014 | Mystic, CT
I enjoyed Bill on TV and Radio. I think he was a talented gentleman.
Peace with you,
Elizabeth Herrmann
February 28, 2011 | Cincinnati, OH
As a child growing up in Mariemont, I thought Bill Nimmo was the most handsome man in Cincinnati. It was always a treat hearing his wonderful voice and seeing his beautiful smile Too!
Judy Dunn Bockstiegel
February 28, 2011 | Greer, SC
I was a big fan of Mr.Nimmo. He was a large part of my afternoon tv watching that I was allowed with my Mom (whom we recently lost as well). He and Marian Spellman did a wonderful job on their local show. I loved it. I saw him one time on the streets just outside the studio one day, and he waved and smiled that beautiful smile. I couldnt wait to get home to tell my mom I had actually "seen" Mr Nimmo up close and he was more good looking than she had thought! Thanks for the memroies...
Suz G.
February 27, 2011 | Cincinnati, OH
I am writing this message for my dad who is deceased. James Robert Ketcham used to sing on early Channel 12's Reverend Morris Coers program telecast from the building where Juvenile Court and other family services are now. It was the late 1940's, like 1949 or so and Mr. Nimmo was on the staff there. I don't know what he did because I was just a small child. But I remember my dad talking about what a wonderful person he was, and a really nice guy.
I did speak to him several times and...
Lydia Ketcham Fox
February 27, 2011 | Cincinnati, OH
His broadcasting skills enabled Bill to bring American History alive in the classroom – no small feat when the material was 100+ years old. Being kindred spirits, we discussed topics of historical significance beyond the text book on several occasions. His sincere interest in educating students was second-to-none. Although we lost touch for nearly 30 years, I’m glad we were able to become re-acquainted in 2010, so we could continue our enlightening discussions. May God bless you Bill.
Alan Price
February 25, 2011 | Dayton, OH
I have many special memories of Bill. I first met him as my professor at Tri-County Academic Center (now Southern State) in the early 70s. We shared rides to perform in Maysville, Kentucky in a local musical performance of "The Boyfriend". Bill brought the house down when he appeared in safari garb onstage, shorts, hat and all. He was my inspiration for pursuing a Bachelors degree in Broadcasting from the University of Cincinnati. While he lived in Georgetown, I was fortunate to be his...
Teresa Temple Crone
February 25, 2011 | Cincinnati, OH
I have wonderful memories of Bill. He was my professor as a student in the early 70s where I met him. Later, we shared a ride to Maysville, Kentucky where we both were in a local musical production of "The Boyfriend." His appearance in safari shorts and hat brought the house down when he stepped on stage. He inspired me to pursue and complete my Bachelors Degree in Broadcasting at the University of Cincinnati. I enjoyed visits to his place in Georgetown where he shared stories and...
Teresa Temple Crone
February 25, 2011 | Cincinnati, OH