At Michaels request, a memorial service will be held in Houston, Texas, followed by a private family service and burial in Ohio. True to his indomitable spirit, he insisted on broadcasting to his audience one last time to say goodbye less than a week ago, although he was extremely ill. His final WKDD broadcast will be Dec. 18. Patrick had just celebrated his sixth anniversary with KTRH, but he notably spent 30+ years doing mornings on iHeartMedia Hot AC WKDD/Akron, OH until "It will be up to God. Owned by iHeartMedia, Inc., the station serves both the Akron-Canton metro area, with additional coverage in Greater Cleveland and much of surrounding Northeast Ohio. I have no immediate plans.'' In fact, Ohio's largest newsweekly, Scene Magazine, may have described it best when it called Connor's music "a near-perfect blend of buoyant pop and acrobatic rock." There is a lengthy look back at Patricks career and a heartfelt statement from his family posted on the KTRH website. Retirement Wealth Planning w/ Dave Mortach. Powered by Vipology, on Bardin Joins WMG As Pres. Patrick started his Akron radio career in July 1979 at what was then rock station WCUE, but later morphed into top-40 WKDD. Local personalities on WKDD included Keith Kennedy and "Captain" Tony McGinty; the majority of other programming is devoted to music, much of which is provided by iHeartMedia's internal Premium Choice network. [9], WKDD's second HD Radio subchannel, which simulcasts the Air1 network,[10] is relayed over four low-power translators in both the Akron and Cleveland markets:[11]. Patrick had just celebrated his sixth anniversary with KTRH, but he notably spent 30+ years doing mornings on iHeartMedia Hot AC WKDD/Akron, OH until December 2009. In Akron, Patrick had been honored for the WKDD (98.1-FM) radio station campaign to raise money for Akron Childrens Hospital. (Houston) - Michael "Matt Patrick" Ryan passed away Sunday afternoon, less than a week after informing listeners to his morning show on KTRH in Houston that he He later moved the show to WLW/Cincinnati and WTAM/Cleveland before landing in Houston in 2011. We are sending our most sincere best wishes to Anabella Poland, General Manager of Montclair State Universitys 90.3 WMSC-FM. There are multiple parking options available for those looking to attend the Houston Rodeo. [4], During this time, nationally syndicated area pastor Alistair Begg aired daily on both WHK and WHK-FM. 13100 Filly Lane WAKR reports that Matt Patrick, formerly a radio star here, has announced he has esophageal cancer. All donations are tax deductible in accordance with federal tax law. Patrick had just celebrated his sixth anniversary with KTRH, but he notably spent 30+ years doing mornings on iHeartMedia Hot AC WKDD/Akron, OH until The WKDD family sends our best to his family. You were one of a kind. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For questions regarding your donation or this memorial fund please contact, Address: Thanks for the memories the world wont be the same.. He is survived by his best friend and wife of 15 years, Paula, and their dear son, Jake; beloved daughters, Alexandra Ryan and Alanna Ryan; mother Marie and step-father John Drummond, sisters Maureen Shell and Colleen Ryan Neubauer, aunts Patricia Vince and Kathleen (Jim) Henderson, uncle Thomas Vince, father and mother-in-law John and Cindy Parker, sister-in-law Dawn Parker, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. We would also like to extend a very special thank you to our dear friend Chris Hagerman, of MD Anderson, who has become family to us, provided countless hours of support, and was like a brother to Michael. I have had the greatest job in the world, but now the time has come to say goodbye." Web-Matt Patrick (WKDD 98.1 FM) "NOT TO BE MISSED!" ", t will be up to God. Less than one month later, on July 23, 2001, Clear Channel changed the station's callsign to WKDD. The Ryan Family would like to express our deep gratitude and appreciation for the many friends, listeners, coworkers, and those whom we have never met, from all over the country, for your prayers, kind words, and offers to help during this difficult time. In November 2005, Michael achieved sobriety, one day at a time, and had helped countless others who struggled with addiction and alcoholism for the past decade. Longtime co-host Barbara "B.A." Matt Patrick has been a radio personality in several genres and states including Ohio, New York, Indiana, and the Great State of Texas. Patrick's full comments from Wednesday's show can be heard atwww.iheart.com/podcast/139-Matt-Patrick-26994314. I would like to say to the family I truly know this is a painful time for you all, but I pray that you remember that no soul makes its transition without Gods permission, and that God is still in control. WebBRIEF CAREER SYNOPSIS: I was the morning show personality on Clear Channel's 98.1 WKDD in Akron/Canton for 30 years. He married the love of his life Paula (Parker) Ryan on June 15, 2002, and they made Hudson, Ohio their home formany years before moving to Houston, Texas in 2011. The station also adopted a slightly new format playing music from "the '90s, 2k and Today", however some 1980's songs are also in the playlist. 0. Sorry. Keith Kennedy, iHeartMedia Area SVP of Programming, North Ohio and longtime PD of WKDD said of his friend and former colleague, Matt was a gifted performer on the radio, but most importantly, a father, friend and husband. Patrick bid farewell to listeners on WKDD and WHLO in 2009. In a statement on WKDD's Web site, Patrick said, ''The time has come to say goodbye. In 1985, the station changed its callsign to WTOF-FM after briefly owning WTOF (900 AM). [citation needed]. He later moved the show to WLW/Cincinnati and WTAM/Cleveland before landing in Houston in 2011. Radiothon airs live on WKDD all weekend long. Now, the community is rallying behind him. 98.1 KDD - WKDD - FM 98.1 - Munroe Falls, OH 90S, 2K AND TODAY! Clear Channel then changed the WHK-FM callsign to WAKS; and changed the station's format to hot adult contemporary (hot AC). There will be no more going back to the hospital," Patrick told his listeners on KTHR-AM in Houston. Last Wednesday, Matt and his wife Paula announced to listeners on KTRH that he would end his cancer treatment, and leave the situation in God's hands. "If anybody can beat this, it's Matt. At Patricks request, a memorial service will be held in Houston, followed by a private family service and burial in Ohio. Also during this time, he devoted his heart and soul to raising millions of dollars for Akron Childrens Hospital as a founder and original host of the Have A Heart, Do Your Part Radiothon'. Worth, Texas (iHeart Media). Thank you!". The station later morphed into top 40 WKDD. WebBRIEF CAREER SYNOPSIS: (Currently part-time for Newsradio WTAM/Cleveland) I was the morning guy at WKDD for 30 years in Akron OH, doing a Hot AC high-profile morning show with great success. In a Statement scheduled to air on WKDD Friday morning October 30th, at 7:45am, Matt explains his upcoming departure: "I have decided that the time has come for me to step away from this microphone. In 10 years WKDD has raised over six Million dollars for Akron Children's Hospital, which Patrick is especially proud of. #SandboxStrong Be strong and courageous. The statement added that he was a true conservative who focused on God, guns and country. Patrick deeply believes in protecting and defending the Constitution and all that it stands for just as our founding fathers would have wanted and expected. Matt Patrick, a longtime radio persoality in Northeast Ohio, announced Wednesday that he has stopped treatments for esophageal cancer. 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"You have given my family a gift that is greater than you will ever know. In November 2005, he achieved sobriety, one day at a time, and had helped countless others who struggled with addiction and alcoholism for over a decade. Matt Patrick, a longtime radio persoality in Northeast Ohio, announced Wednesday that he has stopped treatments for esophageal cancer. It's been nearly six years since Matt Lauer was punted from his longtime job as "Today" show co-anchor due to a complaint of "inappropriate sexual behavior in the workplace." Michael regularly appeared on the Houston KRIV-FOX 26 Television debate segment FOX Face-Off and as a guest commentator on FOX Business Televisions national program Lou Dobbs Tonight.. Former 98.1 WKDD morning host Matt Patrick has died. READ ALSO: Houston radio host announces he's fighting cancer Before he was a staple of morning commutes on KTRH, however, Patrick was once new to the Lone Star State, acknowledging at that 2011 event that he was a "Texan by choice." He spent nearly three decades at WKDD, a morning radio show in Akron, Ohio, after starting as a DJ at 22 in 1980. The event was hosted for many years by Matt Patrick and Barbara Adams, and later by Angela, Keith and Krissy. After 30 years, Matt Patrick is stepping down as morning-show host at WKDD-FM 98.1. In 2008, The Matt Patrick Show was launched on WHLO in Akron. Community activist Quanell X, who verbally sparred many times with Matt Patrick as part of the recurring FOX Faceoffsegment, posted the following statement on his Facebook page: Greetings brothers and sisters and to the human family, I would like to express my profound sympathy and sadness to the family of Matt Patrick on his passing today. Michael Ryan, known on-air to millions of radio listeners as Matt Patrick passed away at the age of 58 on July 9, 2017 after a courageous 2 year battle with cancer. Longtime co-host Barbara "B.A." "I'm going to decide that there will be no fighting. In a statement scheduled to Michael was an incredibly talented, beloved, and successful radio personality and talk show host for nearly 40 years, known on-air as Matt Patrick primarily in Akron and Cleveland, Ohio (Clear Channel Communications), Indiana (Federated Media), and Houston and Dallas/Ft. Michael was an incredibly talented, beloved, and successful radio personality and talk show host for nearly 40 years, known on-air as Matt Patrick primarily in Akron and Cleveland, Ohio (Clear Channel Communications), Indiana (Federated Media), and Houston and Dallas/Ft. He was born December 17, 1958, in Cleveland, Ohio, to John Jack Ryan and Marie (Vince) Ryan (Drummond). Michael had a very special ability to reach people in a deeply personal way, especially after being diagnosed with Stage IV mucosal melanoma on September 11, 2015, when he decided to openly share details of his fight against cancer publicly at every step of the way. (Houston) - Michael "Matt Patrick" Ryan passed away Sunday afternoon, less than a week after informing listeners to his morning show on KTRH in Houston that he was ending treatment for esophageal cancer. Matt, who was 58 years old, was the longtime morning host on Akron's WKDD, then reinvented himself as a talk host, first with Akron's WHLO. All rights reserved. Truckee, CA 96161, The above Memorial Fund is established as a division of CharitySmith Nonprofit Foundation (EIN 87-0636433). In 2008, The Matt Patrick Show was launched on WHLO in Akron. He did some fill-in work with WTAM 1100, then after working at a station in South Bend, Indiana, Matt was hired six years ago as morning host at KTRH in Houston. Patrick, who spent more than three decades in local radio, told his Houston listeners at that time that he had exhausted his treatment options. Also during this time,he devoted his heart and soul to raising millions of dollars for Akron Childrens Hospital as a founder and original host of the Have A Heart, Do Your Part Radiothon'. He was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, lived in Hudson, Ohio for many years with his wife, Paula and their son, Jake, and daughters, Lexa and Alanna, before moving to Houston, Texas in 2011. Adams returned to join Matt for his last show (Matt soon became the morning show host at WTRC and WTRC-FM in South Bend, Indiana and later worked at KTRH in Houston, Texas). Whatever God decides to do, thats what I will do. "Welcome to the happiest place on Earth, Bronze and Sterling," Mahomes wrote in a post shared on his Instagram This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. -Geraldine Chung (RARB) Connor O'Brien's music is powerful. Country music star and Conroe-native, Parker McCollum caught up with our Sally Mac after he was named the headliner for 2023's Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. He married the love of his life Paula (Parker) Ryan on June 15, 2002, and they made Hudson, Ohio their home for many years before moving to Houston, Texas in 2011. Adams returned to join Matt for his last show (Matt soon Also during this time, he devoted his heart and soul to raising millions of dollars for Akron Childrens Hospital as a founder and original host of the Have A Heart, Do Your Part Radiothon. WKDD's studios are located in North Canton, while the transmitter is located in Cuyahoga Falls. Matt, who was 58 years old, was the longtime morning host on Akron's WKDD, then reinvented himself as a talk host, first with Akron's WHLO. Receipts for tax purposes are sent via US Mail within two weeks of donation. The Ryan Family would like to express our deep gratitude and appreciation for the many friends, listeners, coworkers, and those whom we have never met, from all over the country, for your prayers, kind words, and offers to help during this difficult time. "Eroding our Constitutional rights goes against everything we as a country are and must continue to be," according to Matt. The year before that, Patrick had already begun his transition to talk radio host with the launch of The Matt Patrick Show on WHLO/Akron. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes shared a photo of himself, his wife Brittany and their children, Sterling and Bronze, attending Disneyland hours after his Super Bowl MVP performance Sunday (February 12) night. Michaels true passion in life was not behind a microphone, but rather being quietly at home with his family was most important. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Patrick started his Akron radio career at what was then rock station 96.5 WCUE in July of 1979. Michaels true passion in life was not behind a microphone, but rather being quietly at home with his family was most important. God Bless you and thank you to our dear friends at the City of Fulshear for your steadfast protection, your true compassion, and tireless assistance to our family. Thank you to Houston iHeart Media President, Eddie Martiny, for your unwavering support, guidance, and friendship to Michael after you called him to major market radio and changed his career and life for the better. He was a popular morning-show personality on Akron's WKDD-FM for 30 years before resigning in December 2009. In 2015, he was honored by Houston Fisher House for supporting veterans. Houston Radio Host Matt Patrick Passes. Original air 7/6/17 WKYC-TV Former Akron Radio host on WKDD After playing "Home" by Michael Bubl, the new morning show "Keith & Krissy" was announced, hosted by WKDD Programming Operations Director Keith Kennedy, and Patrick's former co-host, Krissy Taylor. -Lauren John (TalentSTAR) "CONNOR O'BRIEN KICKS ASS!" Although generally reported as a "frequency swap", in reality these seven radio stations mostly traded callsigns along with their respective formats and staffs all to facilitate the transfers of ownership of four of the seven stations. In the mid 80's when Morning Zoos were standard fare on radio, Patrick lead a popular ensemble known as the "Waking Crew" featuring Patrick, News Anchor Barb Adams, and sidekick Steve French. I Pray that God will keep his wife Paula and his children forever in his loving arms. Copyright 2020 RAMP Media, Inc. All rights reserved. "I'm going to decide In his obituary, posted on KTRHs website, Patricks family said there will be a memorial service in Houston followed by a private family service and burial in Ohio. WebAdmitted chickenhawk Repuke-lover Matt Patrick\WKDD on min wage (#2) He, being a Repuke, of course is against raising the minimum wage but his reasoning is rather comical. In early 2012, WKDD gradually moved to a pop/contemporary hit radio (CHR) format. Starting out as a rough-around-the-edges 22 year old DJ in 1980, Michael honed his craft working passionately at the helm of the #1 morning radio show in Akron, Ohio, on WKDD, for almost 30 years, reinventing the way radio was done. he spent nearly three decades at WKDD/Akron doing a morning radio show after starting as a DJ at 22 in 1980. The year before that, Patrick had already begun his transition to talk radio host with the launch of The Matt Patrick Show on WHLO/Akron. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. The Recording Academy has appointed Nzinga Zing Shaw as Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Officer, overseeing diversity, equity, Warner Music Nashville announces two promotions: 1) Brianna Bri Small is upped from Manager, Interactive Marketing to the newly. Radio Ink - July 9, 2017. Posted by Web Staff - email | Facebook | Twitter. Longtime Northeast Ohio radio star Matt Patrick died Sunday in Katy, Texas, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Wednesday was Patrick's last show on KTHR, where he was morning host for six years. Copyright 2020 RAMP Media, Inc. All rights reserved. He was 58 years old. Thank you to Houston iHeart Media President, Eddie Martiny, for your unwavering support, guidance, and friendship to Michael after you called him to majormarket radio and changed his career and life for the better. We are sending our most sincere best wishes to Anabella Poland, General Manager of Montclair State Universitys 90.3 WMSC-FM. . We are saddened to report that veteran air personality Matt Patrick, morning news anchor on iHeartMedia News/Talk 740 KTRH/Houston, died yesterday after a tough two-year battle with esophageal cancer. He truly lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures such astaking his 12-year-old son Jake on annual father/son cabin trips, going anywhere that had a lake or an ocean to watch the sunrise, watching football every Sunday, and starting almost every day inthe hot tub to pray. He truly lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures such as taking his 12-year-old son Jake on annual father/son cabin trips, going anywhere that had a lake or an ocean to watch the sunrise, watching football every Sunday, and starting almost every day in the hot tub to pray. As I wrote at the time: Patrick began his local radio career on the old WCUE in July 1979, which later evolved into WKDD. Patrick is survived by his best friend and wife of 15 years, Paula, their son, Jake; daughters Alexandra and Alanna Ryan; mother Marie and stepfather John Drummond, two sisters and numerous other relatives. WebMatt Patrick replaced me as a weekend person, after I resigned in the Spring of 1977. On December 18, 2009, 30-year morning host Matt Patrick hosted his last show on WKDD. WebMatt Patrick was an incredibly talented, beloved, and successful radio personality and talk show host for nearly 40 years, primarily in Akron and Cleveland, Ohio (Clear Channel If so, your donation may be matched by your employer. You must have JavaScript enabled to fill out this form. Michael later had the pleasure of moving his show to WLW in Cincinnati, and WTAM in Cleveland. Matt Patrick's Final broadcast on WKDD will air the morning of December 18, 2009 from 5:30am until 9am. "Matt has always been a fighter," WKDD spokesman Keith Kennedy told WKYC-TV. Feb 3, 2023. By. Michael regularly appeared on the Houston KRIV-FOX 26 Television debate segment FOX Face-Off and as a guest commentator on FOX Business Televisions national program Lou Dobbs Tonight. In 1999, WKDD started a relationship with Akron Children's Hospital in what became a national success story, the radiothon. In 2008, The Matt Patrick Show was launched. He was a two-time Radio Broadcasters Hall of Fame inductee. KTRH noted on its website that Patrick was a two-time Radio and Television Broadcasters Hall of Fame inductee. Patrick, who hosts from 5:30 to 9 a.m. on WKDD, has a second show that airs from 9 a.m. to noon weekdays on sister station WHLO-AM 640. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. WKDD (98.1 FM) is a commercial radio station licensed to Munroe Falls, Ohio, featuring a hot adult contemporary format known as "98.1 KDD". Melt Bar & Grilled closes 2 Ohio locations, Ohio Gov. In addition to providing support and financial assistance to individuals and families, theRadiomattrick #SandboxStrong Award is presented annually to an individual or family experiencing challenges associated with cancer, while bravely exemplifying the tenets in life that Matt Patrick passionately supported, believed in, and demonstrated in his own life: Faith, Family, Humility, Speaking Without Fear, Tenacity, Hard Work, Living Passionately, and Service To Others. American Top 40, syndicated via Premiere Networks, airs Sunday mornings. We would also like to extend a very special thank you to our dear friend Chris Hagerman, of MD Anderson, who has become family to us, provided countless hours of support, and was like a brother to Michael. You will hear from me again.''. Patrick bid farewell to listeners on WKDD and WHLO in The Have a Heart, Do Your Part radiothon he helped start and hosted for many years has raised millions of dollars to support patient care, education and research to benefit the children we serve, and we are forever grateful. He loved to make people laugh with his unique and entertaining way with words. AKRON, OH (WOIO) - Radio personality Matt Patrick will step down as the host of the morning show on 98.1 FM WKDD after 30 years on air. Matt Patrick Memorial Foundation This statement was issued by Matt's family: Michael Matt Patrick Ryan, 58, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2017 in Katy, Texas, after a courageous 2 year battle with cancer. At Patricks request, a memorial service will be held in Houston, followed by a private family service and burial in Ohio. HOUSTON -- Matt Patricks voice was a Northeast Ohio staple on Akrons 98.1 WKDD for decades. In 1960, Edwin Mortenson moved to Canton, Ohio and began construction on a new 50,000-watt FM radio station: WTOF at 98.1 megahertz (MHz). In 2001, WKDD moved to its current dial position 98.1fm. Of Technology, on Saga Snags Schulze As Director, E-Commerce, on Pitts Named Digital PD, Beasley Philly, on iHeart Presents Black Effect Podcast Fest, on Roddy Named Audacy RVP/West Coast Country, Saga Snags Schulze As Director, E-Commerce, iHeart Presents Black Effect Podcast Fest, Roddy Named Audacy RVP/West Coast Country, Mailing Address: 25876 The Old Road #254, Valencia, CA 91381. In addition to a standard analog transmission, WKDD broadcasts over two HD Radio channels,[1] and streams online via iHeartRadio. CharitySmith Nonprofit Foundation Please consider asking if your employer participates in a gift-matching program. 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