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Steve Kirkpatrick Obituary
Steve (Kirk) Kirkpatrick died on Thursday, February 8, 2024, two days shy of his 92nd birthday. "Kirkie" was the unforgettable Morning Show Host on 1410 WING from 1966 until his retirement in 1991. Kirk was inducted into the Radio/Television Broadcasters Hall of Fame of Ohio, as well as the Dayton Area Broadcasters Hall of Fame. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Please keep Steve's loving and devoted wife of 30 years, Mary Wellmeier Kirkpatrick and his two daughters, Amy Kirkpatrick and Casey Kirkpatrick in your prayers. To honor Steve, he asks that everyone show kindness to those in need and cherish the ones you love.
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Memories and Condolences
for Steve Kirkpatrick
Kevin M Fodor
December 22, 2024
Mary - I wish you well at the holidays. I'm sure without Steve, it may not feel the same. But all of your friends here in Ohio are wishing you well. I wanted you to know that.
John Cox
April 28, 2024
My condolences to his family.
I grew up listening to his shows, his commercials. He was a movie star to me. And out of no where I meet him in florida by knocking on doors for work. When I heard his voice, I smiled and said I know you from somewhere. Fist thing that came to mind was Him saying Hi ya gang Kirkie here. Well he's been an inspiration and wished I could have spent more time with my cha cha cha guy.
I'll see you again if the good lords willing.
Shelley White
March 11, 2024
There were many radio stations in Dayton but the most popular was WING and the most beloved personality was Kirkie. Everyone in these messages has written sentiments I would express too. In the end, it´s all about the person he was and he said it best with his last wishes to everyone. He lived that way. Thank you Steve. Miss you in my heart and all that you meant to those still remembering those golden years.
Charlie
March 8, 2024
Thank you Kirkie for all the smiles.
Barb Ulrich
March 5, 2024
My husband and I had the honor of having Steve as a neighbor when he lived in Miamisburg (on top of the hill). Always a joy to talk to. He always gave us some of his spaghetti sauce, he had made from scratch the same day, We missed him when he moved to Florida. We were lucky enough to run into him a few times he came back to Miamisburg. One time was just several years ago at chumps, he was with Amy at the time. It was nice to meet you Amy. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God Bless You All. Sincerely, Dan and Barb
Mike roseman
March 1, 2024
It was a great honor to know Steve. Enjoy taking donuts to the station at the start of his shift
Joanie Spinks
February 29, 2024
Thank you for my wonderful memories! Prayers for your family and friends!
Debbie Ranson
February 27, 2024
So many wonderful memories of him. My youth years were spent living in the country and taking our transitor radio outside so we could hear everything going on. Job well done. R.I.P.
Ron Folkerth
February 27, 2024
Condolences to The Kirkpatrick Family. My teenage memories in the late 60's listening to Kirkie on my transistor radio in the mornings on WING. RIP: Kirkie here....Ahhh Cha Cha Cha! Thank You for giving Me that uplift in the morning for a Fun start of The Day.
D.Roberts
February 27, 2024
I was 10 years old in 1965 and after school
, Sat and Sundays, and summer vacations, my time
was spent with my transistor radio" glued" to my ear listening to Kirk'ee on W.I.N.G.
My sister and I were HUGE Beatle fans.
I can almost hear Kirkee's voice and
that silly laugh now, and also that jingle :~` You're listening to Kirkee on Wing Ra di o o.~~
Thank you Steve Kirk for being a part of my journey by making so many good memories for me to cherish.
steve cyester
February 26, 2024
Every morning on the way to school we howled with laughter at Walter the Poet. Thanks for all the fun years, and thanks for making it possible for this 15 y/o boy to see the Beatle at Cincinnati Gardens. My hearing has never been the same! Condolences to Steve's daughters.
Karen W
February 26, 2024
U were always funny and made our day coming through our radios Rip
Kevin Fodor (aka Jason Roberts)
February 25, 2024
What can I say about a man I only knew since I was 10 years old and worked with for four years on the air at WING? The man you heard on the air was his persona, but he was a much different person when the microphone was off...well...most of the time anyway. He was kind, he wasn't as much of "cheapo" as he portrayed on the air. I enjoyed sitting in the studio after getting off the air drinking coffee and eating donuts with him and letting him tell me the stories about meeting the Beatles (and losing money on booking them). He did have confidence in me, and encouraged and helped my career when I need it most. I can't ever forget him for that. Farewell, for now, my friend. I hear they may be hiring eventually on that higher frequency station you're moving to. Save me a spot, would you?
Donna J Banks
February 25, 2024
You were the best of the best ! Your radio personality was simply awesome!! My high school years were so much fun having you to listen to. You will be forever my favorite of the sixties and seventies. Thank you for all you did for us.
Connie Charlton
February 25, 2024
You will be missed here on this earth Kirkie. You will live on in my childhood memories.
Bill mckenzie
February 25, 2024
GREW UP WITH STEVE ON 1410 DAYTON DURING MY YOUNGER YEARS. MY OFFICE STAFF HAD HIM CALL ME WHEN HE WOULD MAKE MORNING PRANK CALLS AND GET THE RECIPTANT IN GAG CONVERSATION.
BILL MCKENZIE, IN ARIZONA NOW
Steve Fisher
February 25, 2024
Steve was truly 'one of a kind.' He was funny both on and off the air and a always willing to help a worthy cause. May he rest in peace.
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