Rancho Mirage, California
81 years old
Bay Area broadcasting legend Dave "Mac" McElhatton died Aug. 23, 2010
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The article about Dave in the San Jose Mercury news said that there was going to be a public memorial for Dave. Does anyone know when it is? Thank you. Diane (posted earlier on this list as well)
Diane Gaskill
October 23, 2010 | San Jose, CA
Our deepest sympathy to your family for your loss. My family will keep each of you in our prayers during this very difficult time. peace be with you.
The Bonnick-Henderson fam.
Blanca Bonnick-Henderson
August 31, 2010 | Richmond, CA
I spend most of my life watching the news with Dave as newman, and after moving to Fresno California I still missed the chanel 5 news. You will be missed. God bless your family.
August 29, 2010
Hearing Dave McElhattton's comments and laughter on KCBS was a welcome part of our lives. Thanks go out on the 'airwaves' from us for Dave and his positive influence for so many of us.
Anne and Jon Cross
August 28, 2010 | Saratoga, CA
Blessing to your family. You were one of the best. They sure do not have newsmen like you any more. Newsmen that gave us the real news. Thanks for all the years you blessed us in the Bay Area.
Christine Sargent
August 28, 2010 | Richmond, CA
I had the privilage of taking care of Dave & Karen's personal home security for years until he retired from KPIX and moved "down south". I will always remember Dave's thoughtful and cleaver wit, even when we worked through a few serious challenges together. Dave was truly a kind, gentle man, and my condolences and best wishes go out Karen & to the family.
Jon Sargent
August 27, 2010 | Richmond, CA
Right out of college I started at KCBS as an apprentice. Dave took me under his wing and was instrumental in my advancement out of the mail room. I worked with him on many shows and we became good friends. Unlike a lot of people in radio, he was the same friendly, joyful person off the air as he was on. His passing brought on many fond memories of those early days.
michael felix
August 27, 2010 | Santa Cruz, CA
I virtually spent most of my life watching Dave's news reports. You were a Bay Area icon and will be missed. May you rest in peace Dave.
Renee Lopez
August 26, 2010 | San Jose, CA
I and my family grew up with Mac. The "McElhatton, Tokuda, and Bartlett Show," as we called it, was an important part of our day. I have him on tape the day the Challenger went down, and I'll never forget how he covered it, and then finally said, There is other news tonight." I was sad when he retired and even sadder now. Among other things, Mac was a pilot, and I hope he's flying higher than ever now. God speed Mac.
Diane Gaskill
August 26, 2010 | San Jose, CA