Liver Cancer Claims WLHT (Mix 95.7)/Grand Rapids' Connie Kellie

Connie Kellie (Photo: Townsquare Media)

Condolences to the family and friends of TOWNSQUARE MEDIA Hot AC WLHT (MIX 95.7)/GRAND RAPIDS morning co-host CONNIE KELLIE, who lost her battle with liver cancer. The station posted, "We're sad to share the news that our friend and coworker, CONNIE KELLIE, passed away on MONDAY, JANUARY 4, 2020 after a short battle with liver cancer.

"CONNIE is survived by her husband, DAN; their lovable fur-baby, KEVIN; and her long time on-air partner and dear friend, FISH. She will be missed by all of us here at MIX 95-7. CONNIE joined our team here at Mix 95-7 in October 2012, and has been a beloved member of our community every since."

CONNIE’s long-time on-air partner FISH said, “Over 25 years ago, this incredible, smart and strong woman allowed me the opportunity to be a part of her radio career. Our journey will not only be with those who were touched by her immense talent, but engraved in my heart. Thank you, CONNIE, for this adventure. I look forward to the day we meet again.”

TOWNSQUARE CEO BILL WILSON remarked, “We are devastated by the loss of our friend and colleague, CONNIE KELLIE. She made a huge impact on her community, her station, and our company. We will miss her very much, and are forever grateful for the time we had together.”

TOWNSQUARE SVP/Prog. KURT JOHNSON added, “CONNIE was a rare talent who not only became a wildly popular radio host, she actually changed the business. She pioneered the way for countless women in radio and inspired her listeners by being bold, unapologetic and uncompromising in creating content.  But more than that, CONNIE was one of the most joyful people I’ve known. She lived life loudly on her terms, and did good every day for everyone around her. She made the world better.”

Connie joined the Mix 95-7 team in 2012, and was the driving force behind such causes as "CONNIE & FISH's Christmas Kids" and the station’s efforts to support the SUSAN G. KOMAN MORE THAN PINK WALK. She was honored with a GRACIE Award by THE ALLIANCE FOR WOMEN IN MEDIA in 2019 for Broadcast Excellence. 

It was her wish that in lieu of flowers, contributions in her name be made the the MAKE-A-WISH FOUNDATION.

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