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Dan JOHNSON Obituary
died Oct. 24, 2017 from a battle with brain cancer. Dan started his career in broadcasting in the mid 50's as an announcer at WPIN Radio in St. Petersburg. After several positions as an air personality WTSP radio, Tampa, WGSR radio in Miami while working his way thru college, graduating, 1962, from from Tampa University with a BA in Management, as he held a sales position with WFLA Radio. In 1966 Dan obtained a construction permit for the pioneering rocker station WFSO AM in Pinellas Park. It later became WPLP talk radio. Next constructed WXCR FM after selling WXCR, Dan consulted for other stations. Next was obtaining a permit for WTMV TV in Lakeland, next WGSA TV in Savannah was purchased. Dan was born in Amherst, WI, and lived most of his life in Pinellas County, very active in commuity affair especially in chambers of commerce, vice chairman of Pinellas County Board of Adjustment, Comissioner and Mayor of St Pete Beach. Dan is survived by Jo, his wife of 49 years; and sons David and Ryan .
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Christina Wiker
October 27, 2022
Best Boss Ever! I love and Miss you !!!
Christina Wiker
August 22, 2020
Sorry it t ok so long to comment...however is was absolutely the Best Boss I ever worked for. He always always had my back and me his. Will Greatly be missed. So sorry Jo,David and Ryan. May he R I P.❤
Christina Wiket
Patty Echeverria
November 21, 2017
Jo and family,
I am so saddened by the loss of Dan.
I am thinking of you in this time of sorrow.
Patty
Cloyd & Irene Peterson
November 10, 2017
Sorry for your loss Jo,David and Ryan. I always enjoyed working with Dan building WTMV and all the projects we worked on. May God bless you.
Joe Pauly
November 7, 2017
Dear Jo,
Thoughts and prayers for you, David & Ryan. Dan was always a good guy and I still have great memories of my time at WTMV.
The Horan Family
November 6, 2017
Wonderful memories of times spent with Dan and Jo. Sincere condolences from our family.
Carl Buehl
November 4, 2017
Dear Jo,
So emotionally touched to hear about Dan. For 35 plus years I have honored Dan L. Johnson for my career. From the start, he took me under his wing as a mentor and friend. Both of you gave me encouragement and support that left such an indelible mark on my life. My heart and deepest condolences go out to you, David and Ryan. Please know his light shines brightly and for all of us that have had his influences are blessed, honored and grateful to have been touched in life by Dan and your family.
Debbie Brakke
November 4, 2017
Some of the most fun and happiest times at work ever. The legacy of so many people getting their start with Dan will be forever. Thanks for mine. Love and Light
Joan Bayley(Pyle)
November 4, 2017
Deep regrets and much love. I remember Dan with fond, dear memories/
J Sherwood
November 4, 2017
My condolences to Jo, David and Ryan. Know you're in my prayers.
Kally Dick
November 3, 2017
Bob and I are very saddened by this news. We sympathize with all of you. David and Ryan, keep your chins up. We love you all.
Bob and Kally Dick
Ken Charles
November 3, 2017
Hi Jo, David and Ryan,
I would not be where I am today with you WPLP and Dan. He took a chance on a poli sci student and hired me for my first radio job and then put me in a position to learn the biz.
Then he and Jo rescued me again hiring me at V-32 to produce the Richard Shanks Show, still one of my best years in this crazy biz.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Ken Charles
November 3, 2017
Our prayers go out for Jo and family. Dan was one of the persons who made life more interesting. We enjoyed knowing him over the years. Anne and Don Clark, Tampa.
Whitney Johnson
November 2, 2017
My prayers go out to Jo and family.
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