“I first met Bill Cody in San Antonio, back in the 60’s when he was a DJ and I was an auto body man, playing music on weekends! He was good enough to play my record (on an indie label) and give me a shot. We became good friends and I learned he was one of the Good Ones! The music business and I have lost one of the best friends we ever had but his legacy will live on in the music he made sure was heard around the world.”
-Gene Watson
“So sad to hear the news of the passing of my friend Bill Cody. He had an amazing gift of making you feel comfortable and right at home from the minute you walked into the studio. Im so glad we got to spend a little time together in February. Rest easy pal.”
– Aaron Tippin
“Though I only met Bill Cody one time, it was clear how much he loved country music. His encouragement was truly appreciated, and I feel fortunate to have crossed paths with him.”
– Tori Rose
“I will never forget getting to meet Bill Cody for the first time in the WSM studio. He had the warmest smile. Bill Cody was a true champion of artists. His joy was radiant. I’m very thankful to have known him, he will forever be such a pillar of this community.”
-Gracee Shriver
“I was 16 the first time I had the privilege of being of being guest on Coffee, Country and Cody. Bill made me feel so special; as if I was a seasoned country music artist just hanging and sharing stories. It is a very big loss. He will always be an integral part of the rich history that is country music including The Opry and the community of Nashville. Go rest high on that Mountain.”
– Grace Humphries
“Bill Cody was kind to the core…always. He loved America and he genuinely loved all people. He is an icon in country music and he will be deeply missed.”
– Karen Kingsbury
