To Those Who Have Not Yet Heard... I DIED on December 17th 2008 1 Day Before My Birthday. Please STOP Sending Comments Unless They Contain Condolences For Me.
About me: SANFORD, TODD M. JR. - Of Pleasant Lake, MI, formerly of AuGres, a beloved father, son, brother and friend, Todd passed away December 17, 2008, leaving a life and legacy filled with challenging accomplishments only few courageous men would dare attempt. He was born December 18, 1974 in East Tawas, MI. Todd's exceptional career path began when he enlisted in the National Guard Reserves, continued with several years as a Michigan State Police Trooper, following with the establishment of his success as founder of Hot Toddy Production Company, ending with his current adventure with best friend and confidant, Patrick Colligan, as owners of the popular Jackson Night Club, The Rocket. Todd was a sports fanatic beginning with his involvement in basketball and football at AuGres-Sims, and most recently with softball for the City of Jackson recreation league. His enjoyment of all college and pro sports was second only to his true dedication as a fan for the Detroit Tigers. He was also a poker player with a love for the game that few people could claim. Todd's love and loyalty to his family began with his forever proud parents, Todd Sanford and Terri Sanford-Nearing; strengthened with the powerful bond of love and trust for his dear sister, Melanie Sanford; his devoted brother, Jeff Sanford; and very much deepened in his relationship to Jakie (Morgan) Sanford; and the birth of his most cherished and adored beautiful daughters, Allison Beth, Molly Maye, and Annaleace Marie. Todd's bright smile and infectious laugh will be greatly missed, yet not forgotten by his many family members and friends. He will remain our hero and in our hearts forever. Todd is survived by his immediate family members, including grandmother, Mary Ann (Nan) Dean. Todd was preceded in death by his grandfathers, James (Sandy) Sanford and Charlie Dittenber; grandmother, Dolly Dittenber, dear great-grandmothers, Mary (Grandma) Murphy and Ivy (Gram) Hoollihan; stepfather, Mark Nearing; and cousins, Alyssa Dewald and Jerime Sanford. A Memorial service will be held Monday, December 22, 2008 at 2 p.m. from Rivertown Funeral Chapel, Kawkawlin, Michigan, with the Reverend Pat Patterson and Bobbe Burke presiding.
Hot Toddy Productions was founded in 2004 by Todd Sanford. Todd was co-owner of The Rocket Nightclub in Jackson Michigan until his untimely death on December 17th, 2008.
Hot Toddy Productions has promoted concerts at The Rocket, as well as other venues around the world. Hot Toddy shows have included MC Breed, Too $hort, Naughty By Nature, Tony Yayo, Brian Vander Ark of The Verve Pipe, Proof, Paradime, Youngbloodz, Digital Underground, Young Buck, Twista, Rashad, Dem Franchize Boyz, Twiztid, Lil Scrappy, Ying Yang Twins, Petey Pablo, ABK, Tyrese, Young Dro, Freeway, Tone Tone, Bone Crusher, Vanilla Ice, Tone Loc, K Deezy, Chamillionaire, Jody Breeze, Dolla, Fabolous, Yung Berg, and hundreds of local artists.
Hot Toddy has assisted local bands and rappers with promoting small concerts and shows, as well as found them slots to open for major acts in large venues. Simply put, Hot Toddy was Michigan's top concert promoter!
WANNA SEE PICS FROM SOME OF THE SHOWS I HAVE PROMOTED? CLICK ON THE NAMES BELOW!!!!!!
WHAT'S UP TODDY? MISS U DUDE...I HAVEN'T BEEN BACK SINCE YOU'VE BEEN GONE. THINKIN BOUT COMING THERE FRIDAY. IT WILL BE A BITTERSWEET MOMENT WALKING IN THERE KNOWING YOU AREN'T PHYSICALLY THERE. BUT I KNOW YOU'RE THERE IN SPIRIT. MUCH LOVE - GLOC
You used to be mine when then chips were down...you used to be mine where I weren't around.....
It was so different coming home without you there. DAYUM how I miss you!! It's just not the same. Something is missing.......YOU!! I miss you and love you so much. How I wish I could turn back the hands of time.
Damn Homie, I been gone for a few months, just heard the news.. you were always good people, and you did more for the artists out here strugglin everyday than anyone else around. you will be missed greatly, and your legacy will live on. my deepest condolences to the family, Hope all is well. ~$
Hey baby boy!! Coming home soon. Won't be the same without you but you still got my back through Patrick.
Dayum!! We should have sone this together but I know you will be there in spirit. I love you and miss you soooooo much! Always got your back like you always had mine!!
TODD I just found out today about your passing. I was wondering what happenned to you, one day Im on the phone with you planning a MIMS show and then you fall off the face of the earth for reasons I now understand.The hiphop and touring community will miss you . You were nothing but perfect with any of my clients that you had perform at the club from Ying Yang to MIMS and all my other clients that played your club it was always the same praise from all the acts. You were always on point. I regret not getting to know you more on a personal level, aside from all the negotiating on the phone .You have left an impact in your community that will never be filled .God bless you and your family . May you rest in peace.
♥EVERYONE IS MISSING YOU! I'LL NEVER FORGET THE GOOD TIMES YOU HAD WITH GAMETIGHT @ THE ROCKET! HIP HOP WILL NEVER BE THE SAME IN MICHIGAN WITHOUT YOU BECAUSE YOU WERE THE FIRST TO LET THE TALENT FROM HERE REALLY SHINE! I'LL NEVER FORGET YOU! MY HEART AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR CHILDREN! KEEP SMILING DOWN ON US! I LOVE YOU HOMIE, ZULAIKHA "ZUZU" ♥
R.I.P. friend of mine. You will be greatly missed by all. You touched all of our lives in ways that maybe even you will never know or understand. Thank you for everything, Never be the same without you, but your memory lives on each and every day.
There were many fun times && Great memories for Much of Jaxson that have you in them.. I wish your Family the Best!! Prayers & my Condelences.. In such a difficult time. R.I.P. && know that you made this town something it may have never seen W/O your efforts.. You will be Missed... && your memory will always live on!!
.JPG)
