Remembering Ron Sexton, the Man Behind Donnie Baker, Kenny Tarmac, and Floyd the Trucker

Our friend Ron Sexton passed away Friday. He was the voice behind ‪@DonnieBaker‬, Kenny Tarmac, Dr. Phil, Rick, Coach Ralph, The Mannings, Floyd the Trucker and many others. Greg Warren joins us to share some of our favorite memories of Ron.

[@stlin1134]

Please make a best of Ron Sexton. His characters were all instant classics! The show just won’t be the same without him. Rest in peace Ron.

[@mi5anthrope]

I'm only in my early 30's, but have been listening to the show since I was a literal child, nearly 20 years. As far as I'm concerned he was the 5th person of the show, it's really the 'Bob and Tom and Christy and Chick and Ron show', totally devastating.

[@stlin1134]

same here. I will be 38 in a few months, and I can remember listening with my dad in the early to mid 90s. greatest show on radio!

[@spookyjase3082]

@@stlin1134same Here

[@TREVORJB101]

@mi5anthrope same here dude!

[@What-bq6zl]

Best of Ron Sexton would last for days. And I'm cool with that.

[@larrybopoer8983]

You can tell Tom is keeping it together for the show but you can hear in his voice how sad he is

[@mi5anthrope]

Ron was a mainstay of the show for decades, it's like when Bob left (Still alive of course) but you're losing a chunk of the show's heart, he's feeling that.

[@arthuridis]

Tom is a true professional in the business. And that's coming from someone who listened to J.J & The Morning Crew and Drew & Mike in years past in the immediate Metro Detroit market but none of the stations don't carry this show. I catch it on the road off the Toledo and Lansing stations. I've listened to them for years. They've made my mornings fun and continue to do so with the loss of Ron. The show must go on and I'm a loyal listener.

[@teddygene6869]

I don’t think B&T show will ever be the same 😢

[@alkohalak8199]

The show must go on. There's always something or someone new to be discovered. This show has been a go to place for up and coming comedians and entertainers over the years.

[@karlt10]

@@alkohalak8199 I don't know. COVID Seemed to mark a distinct change in the show. I was amazed how rarely they did anything with comics during COVID. People who could have used the plug and PR. And now that COVID is over it seems like random, regular guest comedians are no longer a thing. I lot of former regulars haven't been seen or heard from in 3.5 years. They have the handful or regulars and then (had) Ron's characters.

[@DaveO57007]

His response to Joe Theisman as Tony Soprano was classic “How’s the leg?” I laugh every time I hear it.

[@jeffreysalter8111]

Hey a one s ny 7:5

[@HealeRx21]

What a talent. What consistent monster of comedy for this great radio show. So many literal LOL's when he was calling in as one of his characters. What a loss. RIP ! STATE LAW!!

[@sexysergeant123]

His skits with Trailer Trash Tammy were hilarious, I was hoping he would be on her cruise next year. I’ve not been this sad since we lost that favorite Georgian Tim Wilson.

[@nickgman8587]

Sure am gonna miss that phone call every morning Ron truly talented many condolences to the close friends and family he will be greatly missed.

[@mike9657]

Ron was one of the BEST voice actors on radio and hilarious on stage. Rest in Peace Mr. Sexton.

[@Wh0Farted]

I've listened to the show off and on for years. And I swear to god, 90%of my favorite characters were voiced by Ron I'm just finding out. RIP good sir, my deepest condolences to your loved ones. He brought me great joy and happiness more times than I knew it. I never met him but I feel like I lost a friend, I can't imagine the loss and hole in your heart you're feeling. From all his fans we wish you the best in your time of sorrow.

[@barbaramartin6837]

So sad to learn that the comedic genius who was Ron Sexton is no longer with us. His characters were “laugh out loud funny”, not just a chuckle. While all were good, Donnie Baker was my absolute favorite. He knew more about every conceivable subject than anyone, and haven’t we all known someone like that? I can’t meet anyone named Randy without thinking of his disdain for his supervisor. My sympathy to all the Bob and Tom family and all who knew him outside of his brilliant comedy routines. I hope through the magic of recordings we will still be able to hear his routines from time to time. You gotta do it. “It’s state law!”

[@neganballbat]

I’ll never forget when Kenny Tarmac called in and spoke with Joe Theismann. I never laughed so hard. I’m gonna miss Ron. Go Valpo!

[@charleskonieczki9012]

Rip Brother! Great guy! I guess Christy Lee is now gonna have to take full custody of Wolfie, and raise him! At least the child inherited a boat!!

[@whenyoureunwanted9508]

Losing Donnie is like losing that one cousin we all have but won't ever admit to. I've been listening to Donnie since day one and my heart broke when I read about Ron's passing

[@wesjames6060]

When I was a kid I would always try to make my grandpa laugh without much success but the hardest I have ever seen him laugh was when he overhead Turtles And Whores on my radio one morning. One of my favorite memories of him and its thanks to Ron. He will be greatly missed, I swear to god it's state law.

[@crazidirtbiker]

Nooo I can’t believe it. I loved this dude. Unreal

[@marknewman3360]

I never knew how many voices he did for the show. So talented.

[@softballbryan]

Absolutely horrible news... man I loved his skits... wonderful comedy

[@tyzemke4381]

Just unreal...RIP

[@tsideas5541]

I gotta agree with the comment, I thought he was only Donnie Baker! I had no clue he was all the others. Wow. He'll be missed for sure.

[@Luvacanuck]

Awww, my heart hurts! Wish Bob was in studio to be with everyone reminiscing. RIP Ron..Love all,🇨🇦❤️

[@r.m9431]

To be able to cry and laugh at the same time is great... Donnie love you man...Bob and Tom..love y'all as well..Best radio show in History...

[@hoyle7780]

R.I.P Ron (Ken Tarmac my fav character) "Everything he touched turned to sold" The world lost a very funny & kind man.

[@jackpinewood9344]

Sorry to hear Ron is gone..... Same feeling I had when we lost Tim Wilson!!

[@dueyfry65]

So sad to hear Ron died. Just loved his Donnie Baker character. Been in tune with Bob and Tom since early 2000s.

[@NordicDan]

Rest easy Ron. You and all your amazing characters will be sorely missed. I swear to God you will....

[@lukejohnson1880]

I still can't believe it. What an amazing talent and amazing human being. RIP Ron, we will all miss you...I swear to god we will.

[@TheFearleader420]

Ron is why I try imitations and impressions.

[@brandontussing1279]

Of all the people we lost in 2023 this one hurts the most...😢Rest in peace, Ron Sexston.

[@jasons2851]

So sad to hear about Ron. I was missing the show all week and they finally came back and this happened! RIP Ron and you will be greatly missed!

[@denemartin3552]

So sad, loved him. He was hilarious. Kept us laughing during dark times.

[@jasonmorrow1981]

absolutely hilarious

[@jetspauly]

WOW! What a sad situation, but an AMAZING tribute to a Phenomenal artist! I'm 54 yo m crying in my beer and.....too have a boat for sale!😪✌🍻🇺🇸

[@loganromans8398]

Gonna miss you Ron! RIP Legend!

[@JaysonStark]

RIP! Ron, I know more about comedy than anybody I know of and you sir are the best! There I said it right to your face in cursive on KZbin!

[@todd-makes-videos]

There are some I didn't realize were him. Amazing voices! Gonna miss that man. I have one of his CDs.

[@BIGSTANK1983]

He made me laugh a lot..rest in peace.

[@Irishjrk78]

Just give us Rick. That sums him up so well. When a comedian can generate laughs with so little dialogue, that’s when you know you’re in the presence of greatness. Just his delivery and dedication to the craft makes him an all time great. It didn’t feel right, not hearing his memorable voice today. I don’t think we will realize how much we miss him until we hear the voices that brought the laughter to the airways. Rest in peace Badass.

[@lukejohnson1880]

"Uhhh...bob and tom...it's rick" 🤣🤣🤣. Such a legend.

[@christraxson5740]

huge void for the show with Ron’s passing. He truly is irreplaceable. Love and prayer to the show and Ron’s family and friends…

[@alkohalak8199]

It's still difficult for me to process this grief. Many mornings are spent on the road (sober of course) and Ron Sexton a.k.a. Donnie Baker cracked me up. Sometimes to the point of tears. He was that good. My deepest condolences to his family and to the Bob & Tom show for this tremendous loss. He brought joy and many laughs, many memories. Thank you.

[@jeffreyirish3646]

Incredibly sad. So talented. Hope he knew how much joy he gave us all. RIP

[@MikeTVest]

What's really crazy is Ron Sexton and Tim Wilson both died at 52.

[@danrenz2858]

Going to miss him and all of his characters they were special listen to him for years

[@jamiepaananen7610]

R.I.P Ron you will be greatly missed

[@patspencer5649]

I only have slight grief for Ron. I prefer to praise and celebrate him forever because he just had so much talent and will forever enjoy his talents. RIP and my most profound love and prayers for his loved ones. I met him several times after shows in Lexington, KY.

[@myvws2]

I haven't felt this sad since my brother passed in 2017! I'm sorry I didn't get to see you live! RIP Ron thanks for all the laughs! I'll miss you along with everyone else who loves you! 🤣😭

[@jarrodfender2005]

"Who? What? Dead?" RIP Ron, your many characters and daily phone calls will be tremendously missed!

[@shawnbrown8888]

RIP Ron!!! 😓😓😓😓😓😓😓😓😓😓😓😓😓😓😓😓😓😞 You are already missed my man!!!! Praying for your family sir!!!!!!!

[@sandysnow6057]

My condolences go out to the family and friends of Ron Sexton and, of course, to the Bob and Tom Show staff! Our loss is heaven's gain! 🙏🥺🙏

[@russvegaspd]

Just learning he passed, what a loss. This guy made me laugh even in tough times. RIP Mr. Sexton

[@gunnarjordan6980]

RIP Ron! So shocked and saddened to hear this! I can’t believe it. Prayers to his family and loved ones!

[@cent-kz2ti]

im gonna miss Donnie. I met him at a Nascar race in kentucky, didnt know he was performing there. was awesome to meet him

[@daves.2111]

I’m pouring one out for Donnie tonight. Thanks for the laughs Ron. See you on the other side brother.

[@brianbrowning3701]

Gonna miss that dude for real he made me laugh when I needed to laugh

[@samcorcoran470]

They should play the phone ringing at his Funeral. Then retire it.

[@Bren3669]

i had always thought that “Rick” and “Coach Fontaine” were actually voiced by Chick. Pour one out for Ron, state law!

[@mikebauer4541]

My Wife had went to see Friend of Bob and Tom some years back. Have to say Ron Sexton was the reason and the highlight of the show. He will be sadly missed.

[@davidhogan5133]

Very sad news. Rest in Peace Sir. 🌄

[@sleepydog223]

Wolfs are howling tonight.

[@IronChief]

Woofs!

[@sleepydog223]

@@IronChief You’re right. Must have been my autocorrect.

[@travishill8786]

An absolute tragic loss for everyone. God Speed Ron.. you are already missed!❤

[@nitramza861]

I'm beyond sad right now... RIP, Ron...😢

[@cmd_f5]

Rest in peace Ron. Your characters were the best.

[@todd-makes-videos]

Thank you for this too! I only catch bits of the show on the drive to work (and here). Haha

[@briansefring4981]

Listening to this just makes me so sad. I can't believe he's gone.

[@jonnygun5055]

I’ve been listening to your show since I was 16. I am now 40. My work days were made by the characters Ron played. I will miss hearing the comedic genius that was he. Rip sir. A career / well done.

[@Brett33]

Never realized that Ron Sexton did so many characters and none of them sounded alike . Used to love listening to Bob and Tom when my local radio station carried the show . Have really missed the show .

[@darrenw.taylor2084]

I've never met Ron, but I have been a fan of him and his multiple characters for decades. When I read the sad news of his departure from this plane, I was saddened as if I lost one of my best friends. God bless him and his family.

[@arthuridis]

Yep. We all had a connection to some degree to at least one of the characters. The man was a folk hero if you think about it.

[@funvic]

I would gleefully buy any Ron (insert ANY of his characters here) and Tim Wilson t-shirt that you guys could create. Two geniuses of comedy that are greatly appreciated and missed. ❤

[@IAMRUSTEDROOT]

I'm sick and tired of people younger than me passing away, and I'm only 54. RIP Ron. You will be missed good sir!

[@jasong546]

That guy made me forget my problems and feel better so many mornings, I appreciated his comedy more than anyone else I know. Love you Ron RIP

[@miho022883]

"Hey fellas, I've enjoyed your Ron Sexton program." I'm really going to miss Trucker Floyd. Thanks for all the memories Ron. T_T7

[@ashleyc2398]

Swear to God, a true talent that will be missed by everyone.

[@kurtolson6283]

First heard Ron when he was with Mark Patrick on Fox sports radio. Hilarious. Great talent. His Lou Holtz impersonation was so good and extremely funny. RIP

[@kcrady72]

I just found out a month ago. He was a comical genius. Rip, man!

[@Dooders]

I just cried so hard watching this. Almost midnight cooking dinner,. Watching my family hurt so badly. Love this staff so much, our family. Love You Bob and Tom show.

[@knaggs71]

Use to tune into B&T show just to hear DB…. Rip

[@bryanzirkel304]

What a legend and a loss.

[@hokeypokeypo]

Thanks pharma sponsor of B+T Show! RIP Ron

[@spookyjase3082]

Never knew he was Kenny tarmack… do what wanna do when you wanna do it, seein him at a comedy show was a bucket list thing, kept sayin I’ll get to it.

[@williemills2657]

Just learned of his passing. RIP Thank You for the years of laughter. Sending my deepest condolences to his family and friends. Heaven just got alot funnier 🚤

[@plabcentral630]

I have been listening to the show since I was 9 and it’s been 11 years. Ron has always been my favorite. Rest in peace.

[@zeroskillz2427]

I just want to say !! A part of Ron and all the Characters he played and voiced lives on through all of us here !! I wish the family and fans and most of all his friends!! the deepest and sincere condolences ! Ron was a HALL OF FAMER ! AND GAVE IT HIS ALL!! RIP Ron Sexton!

[@beowulf3303]

RIP Mr. Sexton. This news is absolutely heartbreaking. Ron’s comedy brought me a lot of joy throughout the years!

[@madbeachjacks]

Loving the Zevon photo behind Greg!

[@GeographRick]

So sad. I listened to the show here in Indy since it started as just a local morning radio show. Ron Sexton's characters and impressions were so great and hysterical. RIP

[@twally4966]

Long time listener first time poster, RIP Ron Sexton you was the best

[@jasonzwijacz9377]

He will be missed, I didn't even know till just now 😢

[@dogmanky]

Watching Ron at the giant KY flea market was so fun. Ron helped us ring in NYE 2021 in Lebenon, TN. RIP Ron.

[@joshcunningham5432]

I'm 49, grew up in Central Indiana, so obviously bob and tom are basically just a fixture, I could recognize Bob's voice Tom's, Chiiiic's, and Christie's in seconds, over all the years Mr Sexton by far some of my favorite skits, the man was genius, "Lost but not forgotten"

[@Joshua_Hammer.777]

Rest easy funniest man ever I swear to God man him and patty got it on

[@leviathan_is_me]

I am just finding this out...that Ron did ALL those characters Never knew he was Kenny Tarmac (well, hi guy!).....for you sir....WELL, BYE GUY! We will miss you....swear to gawd we will.

[@hotroddin6488]

One of the running jokes between my dad and I was "Why don't you just shut up Randy." I had a lot of people look at me like I was nuts for talking to my dad that way.

[@jamescampbell2891]

It's a shame to hear Ron passed away,I was shocked when I heard. He made me laugh many mornings on this show. He will be missed. I'm heartbroken

[@bleedingears5222]

I met Eric Davis when he played minor league for the Cedar Rapids Reds. Got a picture of my brother and I crying sitting in his lap. love Ron what a talent.

[@IronChief]

Saw him perform in Hannibal MO in 2017. Just heard about his passing, very sad day.

[@joeybagodonuts6683]

I really hope they add a feature/segment to the show where they play his bits every day, starting from the beginning. It would be a great tribute to him, and it's been quite a while since some of them have aired.

[@cameronbear5808]

RIP Donnie Baker. Swear to god.

[@bender7565]

The quality daily content he produced was amazing! Turtles and Whores was the best thing ever on B&T! Tom might think he could make the shot but he couldn't make 3 of em' with LHO's $20 mail order rifle, Ron knew shit!

[@samangius6424]

Its a sad day Ron was a rare talent he will be missed...

[@A..D..D]

Never knew he was the one doing Tony Soprano . He was entertaining , very talented .

[@bobbyk9815]

First Tony Bennett, now this? Damn.

[@martinhowerton9038]

I don't know how many times over the years I've said "Shut up Randy"!! So many memorable moments. Gonna miss him!!