DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A former Dayton radio host died just days before turning 92.
Longtime WING 1410 Morning Show Host Steve Kirk died at 91-years-old on Thursday, Feb. 8, according to a statement from his family. Kirk’s family reports he died just two days before his 92nd birthday.
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He was on air from 1966 to 1991.
The former host was inducted into Ohio’s Radio and Television Broadcasters Hall of Fame, plus the Dayton Area Broadcasters Hall of Fame in 2003 .
“Please keep his loving and devoted wife, Mary Wellmeier Kirkpatrick and his two daughters, Amy Kirkpatrick and Casey Kirkpatrick in your prayers,” his family said.
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Mary and Steve Kirk | Courtesy: Kimberly E Faris Weimer -
Steve Kirk with The Beatles | Courtesy: Kimberly E Faris Weimer -
Steve Kirk | Courtesy: Kimberly E Faris Weimer
2 SPORTS Director Jack Pohl worked with Kirk in the past, and has released a statement.
I started my broadcast career under Steve Kirk working overnights leading into his highly rated morning show on WING. He was very instrumental in me pursuing a career in broadcasting. “Kirkie” remained a mentor of mine for decades.
Kirkie was first and foremost a wonderful man who knew how to make everyone in the room smile and laugh. His quick wit, engaging smile and a personality that was always the biggest in the room, will be remembered as one of the greatest broadcasters in Dayton history.”
2 SPORTS Director Jack Pohl