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Obit: Ralph Snodsmith

Ralph Snodsmith passed away last week,  He was the voice and inspiration behind “The Garden Hotline”, a syndicated call in show–garden variety.  Like many in the agricultural trades, Ralph was home grown, down to earth, American to the root, and in many way unsung.  His show was on a local radio station when I was living in Concord NH (1999-2005) where each Sunday he aided gardeners far and wide.

Ralph passed away, working to the end, fighting illness.  Of course with the magic of syndication, Ralph passed away and the station (WTPL-FM) played his “Garden Hotline Minute” without regard or notice of the “dead guy talking” situation.

I emailed the current host (Mr. Heath) who made no mention of having played “the dead guy” just moments before.  Oh they made comment on him having passed on.

Too bad on two accounts: you died without enjoying a well earned retirement and even the media that plays you won’t let a little death mess up pre-recorded programming.

Rest in Peace Ralph