I was also quite moved, hearing of his passing. I guess for my generation, where I am anyway, it wasn't "cool" to like JD, his music was considered pretty square. I've always liked folk music, so his stuff was always fine with me, but more than that, I think I appreciated him more than his music. I've only seen him in concert twice, both televised. Each time he spoke out very strongly for the environment and for tolerance amongst peoples and religions. Life can be pretty hard on famous people, but I thought it was a pretty cool, sensible and well rounded message he delivered. If only more could hear it.