Dayton morning show personality, Steve Kerrigan, who lost his battle with Multiple Myeloma in March, at the age of 51, was inducted into the Dayton Broadcasters' Hall of Fame on Friday night. A video of Steve's career was introduced by Chris Geisen, who for 13 years teamed with him as WTUE's legendary "Kerrigan and Christopher" morning show.
In remarks that left few dry eyes in the room, Chris recounted some of the memorable exploits and on-air stunts with which the duo left their mark on Dayton radio. In a touching acceptance speech, Steve's wife, Monique, who has also battled cancer, noted that in addition to Steve's career, her greatest pride had been in being his wife. Steve retired from on-air to battle his cancer in 2010, following a four year stint on WHKO as part of the "Nancy & Kerrigan Morning Show." He lent his high profile to numerous organizations, including MS, American Red Cross, Juvenile Diabetes and Leukemia/Lymphoma.
Steve joins a growing roster of Dayton broadcasters enshrined in the hall of fame including Phil Donahue, Nancy Cartwright, Steve Kirk, Gene "By Golly" Barry, and Radio Ink's VP/General Manager, Deborah Parenti.
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