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Peter Deibler Obituary
Peter Deibler, known to thousands of morning drive time Washington, DC radio listeners as "Kane", passed away after a long illness on Friday, March 6th at the Shady Grove Adventist Medical Center in suburban Maryland.
"The Kane Show" hit the FM dial in the Washington area in 2006. For years, it has been among the Delaware-Maryland-Virginia area's most-listened-to morning radio programs, playing the latest hits and popular segments. Kane routinely discussed being a father to his two daughters, Sam and Sophie, endearing him to his many listeners.
Although co-hosts came and went, Kane remained a constant, comforting voice for thousands of people driving to work, dropping the kids off at school or running errands. The show, which also aired on Top 40 stations in Baltimore, Louisville, and Tampa, originated from the iHeartRadio studios located in the DC metropolitan area.
While still in high school, Kane interned at radio station KC101 in Hamden, Connecticut. While attending college at Syracuse University, Kane volunteered at the campus radio station WJPZ, and began his career on an evening show on WWHT in the Upstate New York city.
In 1998, Kane took a job at WFLZ-FM in Tampa. Within a year, "The Extreme Show With Kane" was syndicated in 17 cities across the country. In 2003, Kane became the host of the "Open House Party." The Sunday night radio show aired in more than 150 markets. In 2001 he signed on as Program Director with what is now Sirius-XM Satellite Radio, following which Kane made the move to Washington, DC and radio station WIHT/ HOT 99.5.
Peter Deibler was born and raised in Danbury, Connecticut and is survived by his beloved daughters, Samantha and Sophie, his mother, Nancy Tse, his father, Sam Deibler, his sister, Jill Deibler and the thousands of people who woke up and drove to his wit and his perspective on life.
Memorial contribution in his name may be sent to Active Minds, Inc. at active minds.org.
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Memories and Condolences
for Peter Deibler
Laura
December 19, 2021
I loved listening to The Kane Show on my way to work. I started working from home in March 2020 though so then I didn't listen to the radio as much. I did eventually notice that I didn't hear Kane on 104.3 & hot 99.5 on some mornings when I listened to the radio & was wondering what happened & I just learned today that he passed away back in march. It's very sad news. Sam & Sophie are in my thoughts & prayers. I hope they have found peace in dealing with their father's death.
Eleni Mantinaos
October 14, 2021
I´m so sorry for you lost, just saw and heard about this
Céline
June 10, 2021
I used to live in DC until 3 yrs ago and moved halfway around the world. I was on youtube last night trying to sleep and turned Kane roses on next to my ear. And today, about half an hr ago I googled him to see which station he is at after his departure last year and was shocked to hear the news.
I discovered his show when i first moved to DC from Europe back in 2012 and listened to him on my commute to work for the next years. My fave bit was Kane skam, especially with his daughter. I know he was a good person and a good father and am saddened he died at such a young age.
My heart goes out to his parents, sister, daughters, friends and listeners. May he rest in peace.
Kimberlee Feldsott
April 14, 2021
I can't pin point the day i started listening to The Kane Show, but i know it was a long time ago.
I have traveled from MD to CA to SC and i had Kane on Iheartradio with me every step of the way.
His Great Teacher Thankyous were beyond inspirational.
His Santas North Pole trips for military families.. the kind of ideas he had were 100% always for the sake of love, kindness, generosity and humility.
Kane gave so so much to my world through his voice and gave so much more to others with his heart & kindness.
I couldn't contain tears when hearing his voice after the news. I still can't. He was a radio Dad, friend and Uncle to me at times depending on what message he shared during a time i needed to hear it.
I don't feel this way about any other host.
I love IJ, Riley, Rose, Erik, Hoody, etc, but Kane was always the root of the show and when he wasn't there, i was sometimes bummed but always felt comforted that he was usually with his most precious purposes of life, his girls Princess Sam & Sophie and their beloved Skittles.
Kane, i miss your voice. I was waiting and hoping to hear your name surface for a new chapter. Your chapter is with God, our Heavenly Father, where i pray you feel the love thay comes from this Earthly realm.
I will never forget you, your time in MY life and your legacy.
May his family, Mama Nancy, his dad Sam, his sister Jill who i remember he said worked in CA (Burbank i believe? Studio city?) To work on the backdrop of shows. A pic of him and her was maybe in a Gilmore's Girls episode or two?
I'll never forget him. Thank you for all the tears, Kane. The good the bad the ugly and the most endearing ones. Thank you for the years with your voice in my ear, always encouraging people to be their best, to comfort them during their news of hard times and encouragement to call back and keep in touch. Your excitement for people and their good news.
Love and peace to the whole family ❤
Kimberlee Feldsott
April 14, 2021
I can't pin point the day i started listening to The Kane Show, but i know it was a long time ago.
I have traveled from MD to CA to SC and i had Kane on Iheartradio with me every step of the way.
His Great Teacher Thankyous were beyond inspirational.
His Santas North Pole trips for military families.. the kind of ideas he had were 100% always for the sake of love, kindness, generosity and humility.
Kane gave so so much to my world through his voice and gave so much more to others with his heart & kindness.
I couldn't contain tears when hearing his voice after the news. I still can't. He was a radio Dad, friend and Uncle to me at times depending on what message he shared during a time i needed to hear it.
I don't feel this way about any other host.
I love IJ, Riley, Rose, Erik, Hoody, etc, but Kane was always the root of the show and when he wasn't there, i was sometimes bummed but always felt comforted that he was usually with his most precious purposes of life, his girls Princess Sam & Sophie and their beloved Skittles.
Kane, i miss your voice. I was waiting and hoping to hear your name surface for a new chapter. Your chapter is with God, our Heavenly Father, where i pray you feel the love thay comes from this Earthly realm.
I will never forget you, your time in MY life and your legacy.
May his family, Mama Nancy, his dad Sam, his sister Jill who i remember he said worked in CA (Burbank i believe? Studio city?) To work on the backdrop of shows. A pic of him and her was maybe in a Gilmore's Girls episode or two?
I'll never forget him. Thank you for all the tears, Kane. The good the bad the ugly and the most endearing ones. Thank you for the years with your voice in my ear, always encouraging people to be their best, to comfort them during their news of hard times and encouragement to call back and keep in touch. Your excitement for people and their good news.
Love and peace to the whole family ❤
Ed
April 4, 2021
I’m not really sure if anyone will see this. Kane was sushi a great companion on a great many commutes. I have kids around the same age as his. I’m devastated to hear of his very untimely passing mg. I pray that God uses this for his good.
Leo McIlrath
March 21, 2021
I didn't know Peter but am aware of his wonderful parents, Sam and Nancy and the terrific work that they always did in Danbury. I have heard much acclamation for Peter's skills in his position in the media.
Blessings on Peter and his family!
Rev. Leo McIlrath
Trish
March 21, 2021
We were in our car driving home in D.C. on Dec.14,2012..when you were on the radio, being from Brookfield/Danbury living in D.C....you were in shock breaking the news,as you talked about area,and taking SAT'S there...you were in shock,disbelief,sad, yet kept up the show, no music, just incoming news with you...thank you for your years of wonderful shows, and that day your composure...speaking for alot of us here, whom listened to you ...we thank you for many years of a great show,news updates, and chatter...condolences to your family.
Baron Family
March 19, 2021
So sorry for your families loss of Peter. My son Tim played with Peter while he attended Hayestown Elementary. Please accept our fami!y's sympathies
Rebekah Chamberlain
March 16, 2021
Jill and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Peter’s passing. My prayers are most certainly with you at this difficult time.
Bekah Hentschel Class of ‘97
John & Betsy
March 16, 2021
Nancy, Sam, and Jill,
John and I were shocked and saddened by the news of Peter's passing.
Such wonderful memories of Peter and Tim as little guys in and out of our homes and in our yards.They were great playmates and great friends. We have so many pictures of Peter as a little guy. He will always remain in our hearts and minds as a happy blond haired little boy!
Sending our love and sincere condolences. John & Betsy
Pr. Herb & Ruth Mohlenhoff
March 16, 2021
Condolences to the Deibler family and most especially to parents, Sam and Nancy, with whom we worked decades ago at ARC of Danbury. Divine comfort and strength is wished for you at this time of grief.
Virginia Whalen Pudelko
March 15, 2021
I am shocked and saddened to hear of Peter's passing. Most will think of him and remember a young man, a radio personality or the father he was to his children but for me he will always be a little boy with blonde hair and the biggest smile on his face, stretched out on the floor of a darkened living room with a bowl of popcorn at hand while we watched old movies together. He and his sister were my favorite kids to babysit. They were creative, funny and just down right tons of fun to be with. Peter and his friend Tim would zip around the yard on their bikes as fast as they could peddle and then come crashing into the house with a powerful thirst and deep hunger for snacks that the fridge never seemed to fill. He was a typical older brother that loved his younger sister while also enjoying getting under her skin. He would giggle and laugh over the goofiest jokes and loved pranks. I want to extend my deepest thoughts and prayers to his parents, to Jill and of course to his daughters as they all try to come to terms with a life lost decades to soon.
Carol Whalen
March 15, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Peter's passing. I have so many wonderful memories. I am so blessed to have been a part of such a wonderful, kind, caring, thoughtful person. My heart is with all of your family. Please know that Peter will always hold a very special place with me and my family.
Michelle Kola
March 14, 2021
Sam, I am so sorry to see you and your family have to go through the loss of your son Peter. May he rest in peace and may God bless you all and help ease the pain and know what a difference he made in the world.
Michelle Kola
A friend
March 14, 2021
I worked with Peter when he was still in college, but just starting professionally. Everyone at the station loved him . He was like the Pied Piper and everybody flocked around him because he was so much fun. He had a very rare magic and we all knew he would be a superstar. The station was never the same after he left. We are heartbroken . RIP Kane.
DeAnna Akers
March 13, 2021
I am so saddened by this loss of a legend. I am the saddest for his girls. Anyone who ever listened to The Kane Show knew that his daughters were the most important people in his life. You could actually hear him beaming over the radio whenever he talked about them. Stay strong girls!
Avril Lake
March 13, 2021
My heart is broken for the girls who had one of the world's greatest dad. While driving to work one morning in Tampa I ran across the station. I never looked back Kane became a part of my morning staple. I am still in disbelief even though we never met he and they girls were family to me. The world has lost a legend and one of the kindest people ever known. RIP my friends and brother. Thank you for the times you made me laugh.
Julie
March 12, 2021
For 14 years Kane was a companion on my hour long commute each day. I remember the day he announced a baby was on the way and he was so excited to be a dad. So many times he doted on his girls. My heart aches for Sam and Sophie. He loved you both so much. Kane, may you rest in peace. To his family and loved ones, I'm so sorry for your tremendous loss. He will be missed.
Julie
March 12, 2021
For 14 years Kane was a companion on my hour long commute each day. I remember the day he announced a baby was on the way and he was so excited to be a dad. So many times he doted on his girls. My heart aches for Sam and Sophie. He loved you both so much. Kane, may you rest in peace. To his family and loved ones, I'm so sorry for your tremendous loss. He will be missed.
Julie
March 12, 2021
I am so sorry and saddened for Sam and Sophie to have lost their father who loved them so much. Kane was a part of my commute to work every day for 14 years. While I never met him in person, I felt like I knew him. Rest in peace.
delvin
March 12, 2021
I loved the Kane show. Rest in Peace Kane.
Melinda
March 11, 2021
Kane your voice was the first I heard on the radio when me and my family moved to VA. You had us laughing and we never missed a day. You will are missed and god bless you; Rest In Peace.
Colleen Horton
March 11, 2021
At first I was upset because I thought the prior DJ's on 99.5 were just fine. Kane started to make me laugh and I enjoyed the radio station so much more. His interaction with Intern John, Eric etc. was like an older brother ribbing his siblings. His love for his family has eternal life like his spirit. I want to extend my sympathy and prayers. I will never forget his announcing his royal princesses, Sam & Sophie,
Rene
March 11, 2021
There really is such a thing as "Kane Time". I listened to The Kane show for 9 years on my way to work in Spring Hill. I knew if I was on time for work by where I was when the opener started every morning. I spoke to Kane 2 times on the radio. I have audio of him wishing my daughter happy birthday. Kane is a legend and will he truly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Allie Alford
March 11, 2021
Rest in Peace Kane. My late teens and twenties were filled with your voice. I listened everyday. Thank you for all the smiles and laughter.
Marybel
March 10, 2021
Finally got to meet you in person on a Sunny June 9, 2011. After listening to your show and feeling like you were family, you asked me if I wanted to get a picture with you. Lol I was terrified, nervous and couldn’t speak, you asked me if I was okay and tears starting falling from my eyes like the Niagara Falls. I was wearing my sunglasses but the tears were of joy. Meeting my longtime body, my favorite voice, You. May you Rest In Peace up above the clouds so high, like a diamond in the sky.
Cheryl G
March 10, 2021
Thanks for the laughs. Thanks for the happiness you brought to my day. I’m so sorry you are gone. Peace be with your family and Godspeed Kane
Cheryl G
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