When heartbreaking news broke Tuesday of NBC 5 anchor Dick Johnson’s sudden passing, friends and colleagues quickly took to social media to remember the longtime Chicago journalist. See some of their posts below.
NBC5’s Dick Johnson was the best kind of newsman. Smart, thorough, nimble when deadlines were crashing around him. No cliches. Just facts, fairness, and great writing. And he was funny! What a loss to all who knew him. But especially to his loving family.#DickJohnson
— Carol Marin (@CarolMarin) June 9, 2020
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Our newsroom is heartbroken. Dick Johnson loved it all – curious, fantastic story teller, and a kind colleague. There are tears for his loss, knowing Dick was the real deal; mentor to so many, a news soldier. ???? pic.twitter.com/2HpmBS6mTv — Mary Ann Ahern (@MaryAnnAhernNBC) June 9, 2020 –
My heart is broken. Dick Johnson was my co-anchor & mentor, but he was also an amazing friend. He supported me in good times & bad. His heart was bigger than most people knew. My dad told me today to feel blessed for the time I got to spend with him. I am beyond thankful. pic.twitter.com/5kGb9JaBAa — Lauren Jiggetts (@laurenjiggetts) June 9, 2020 –
I’m shocked and saddened by new of the death of NBC’s Dick Johnson. A great reporter and anchor and even better human being. — DeanRichards (@DeanRichards) June 9, 2020 –
We’re in mourning here at @nbcchicago over the passing of Dick Johnson. He was a fantastic journalist and writer, but an even better friend and mentor to so many of us. Rest In Peace https://t.co/4rm7kXkb7H — Patrick Fazio (@PatrickFazio) June 9, 2020 –
Condolences to his family. https://t.co/wEda1WXyiC
