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Robert D. Raiford

Concord, North Carolina

1927 - 2017

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November 17, 2017
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Concord, North Carolina

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Robert David Raiford, 89, of Concord, NC, died November 17, 2017 at home. He was born December 27, 1927, the youngest son of Philip B. and Kathryn Crowell Raiford. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Kathryn C. Lambeth and brother J. Philip Raiford.Bob was born in...

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Thank you for the year's of joy you brought to so many. You are forever missed still all these years later some my fondest memories are of my car rides taking my daughter to school hearing your stories on the radio who says that I say that. Was my daughters favorite thing you said.

I listened to Bob on The Big Show for an extremely long time. Going back to my teens im in my late 40s he was a welcome highlight to each broadcast. I might not have always agreed with every opinion he shared but I respected his views.Rest In Peace Sir. I dearly miss hearing you on my daily morning listening experience.

I will always cherish the memories of Raiford's visits to Carolina Harley Davidson. Whether we were picking out a gift for his wife or just chatting.
Never a dull moment with him. Ride on Raiford.

I was blessed to have had the company of Mr. Raiford at the other end of a radio with the Jon Boy & Billy Show for many years. Mr. Raiford was my favorite. I always enjoyed his perspective and unique way of delivering his opinions related to just about any subject he chose. We have truly lost a great man in Mr. Raiford. I was fortunate to have met him on one of his rides across the nation a few years back when the Kyle Petty crew stopped over in Texarkana, TX. He was a real gentleman after...

The Family of Mr. Robert D. Raiford, just heard late of Mr. Raifords passing in November 2017. Recall the 'Ol'Fellow'
on TV and Radio... especially the day in November 1963, when he reported on the Kennedy funeral in Washington, D. C..
Then enjoying his 'delivery' on the 'John Boy & Billy Big Show' heard in Our Area on Rock 101 WROQ-FM, Greenville, SC. One Ace of an 'Ol' Curmudgeon-at-Large', Radio Personality! Gave me many laughs throughout the years. May He finally Rest in Peace! A...

Sorry for your loss. May the family please accept my deepest condolences, and look to Almighty God for strength during this time.
Porter

Like everyone else I listened to his commentaries and crazy stories over the years . I loved them becaused he made you think about life. When he I Love this morning, it was awesome. My condolences to his precious family. Not doubt y'all are awesome!

I never had the pleasure of meeting you, but you made my days much happier with your humor. I would have loved to have been your neighbor, especially with the hatred of leaf blowers. Goodbye sir. May you Rest In Peace and your family find comfort in knowing you brought smiles to millions of people over a very distinguished life.

US Army E7 Ret

I like so many had place in heart For Mr Raiford after Many Many years listening to him on Johnboy and Billy he will be greatly missed