In addition to his wife, hes survived by three children, Diana Saltkill, of Bothell; Keith Schram, of Kirkland; and Nicholas Schram, of Redmond; a sister, Cecilia Bajwa, of Redmond; and one granddaughter. Mimi Jung is an American journalist currently working at King 5 television in Seattle, Washington in the Columbian district as an anchor and news reporter. He was 85. his family members said Monday. Chris Gregoire issued a statement via Twitter, saying Kathi Goertzen was among the finest and most courageous people. Wayne Cody ("the Mound of Sound") was a popular sportscaster from the '70s to '90s on KIRO TV and radio. She recalled that for 20 to 25 years, her husband had never been to a doctor.. She joined the news channel in April 2000. What an honor to meet former KOMO - Steve McCarron KOMO - Facebook She was a member of the Omega chapter of Alpha Chi Omega sorority, and served as an anchor/reporter for the student-produced newscast at KWSU-TV. I did notice that at the end of the show when she moved to the desk with Ryan Y. and the other morning host it was apparent that she was not included in end of show comments. Asian American Journalist Fired By Seattle ABC Affiliate KOMO After Will keep you posted when. Enersen was the first woman anchor in the country. Courtesy of KOMO TV 4 Seattle, Washington. [6], A little more than two weeks following her return on KOMO 4 News, on September 18, Kathi Goertzen announced that the tumor had grown back yet again, and that she would undergo her fourth operation to have the tumor removed. KOMO-TV | Annex | Fandom Former NBC Nightly News weekend anchor John Seigenthaler Jr. was once a reporter and anchor at KOMO-TV. John Seigenthaler is now an anchor for Al Jazeera America. Margaret Larson worked at KIRO 7, Dateline NBC, the Today show, and as an evening news anchor for KING 5 from 1999 to 2002. Usually when she comes on I turn to another channel M. Both my husband and I miss Paris. We would like an update. Together our thoughts and prayers will help her heal. I hope she knows how much she is missed and we pray for good health. He's pictured in 1977. We ask that you all say a prayer for Kathi at 7:15pm tonight. (If your favorite broadcaster is missing from the above slideshow, it's probably because we didn't have an old photo to share from our archive). Series Directed by Benny Dominguez . Liz Dueweke Bio Wikipedia, Born, Age, Husband, Married, Wedding Meet Tyrah Majors: Traffic Anchor, Author & Illustrator | Seattle Refined Tyrah Majors is the new traffic reporter at KOMO News - but she's ALSO an author and illustrator! Her strength and resiliency during her illness made her an inspiration to many in our community. Longtime Chicago news anchor Kathy Brock has lost her mother to An exterior shot of KOMO News in Seattle, which is owned by Sinclair Broadcasting. Kathi Goertzen, a news anchor with Seattle's KOMO-TV news, died Monday after a 14-year battle with benign brain tumors at just 54-years-old. I enjoyed seeing her every morning. What she has planned is unknown at this time. When his body was discovered, his therapy dog, Lola, was by his side. KING anchor Dennis Bounds, pictured early in his career. Tony Ventrella is now a "Digital Media Host" for the Seahawks and Sounders FC and speaker-for-hire, according to his website. remarks by fellow KOMO colleagues and KOMO viewers. A Bronx boy, his wife said. He spent 34 years at KOMO TV. He's pictured in 2002. Members of the Seattle City Council not wanting motorists to use smartphones to pay for street parking and track how much time they had left, because the city would lose income from tickets? That problem is the way they were raised, given everything, forgiven everything. Channel 4 News (TV Series 1982- ) - Full Cast & Crew - IMDb The meteorologist joined KING in 1977 and became a weather anchor and science editor in 1980. Because the tumor was located near nerves that are vital to speech, it could not be removed completely, it had regrown to where Goertzen announced on April 2, 2008 that she would be undergoing a third surgery to remove the tumor. Kathi Goertzen, a news anchor with Seattle's KOMO-TV news, died Monday after a 14-year battle with benign brain tumors at just 54-years-old. Bob Throndsen was known for his pleasant nature. Bill Brubaker served as a member of the Snohomish County Council and also worked as an assistant secretary of transportation for Washington state. KOMO-TV - News Operation - Former On-air Staff SEATTLE Former KOMO News anchor Bill Brubaker, who spent over two decades at the station as one of the main on-air talent, died this weekend. John Seigenthaler is another national anchor with Seattle ties, having worked at KOMO/4 in the early '90s. Goertzen put her celebrity to work for good causes, but in 1998 she was diagnosed with a non-cancerous tumor that damaged the nerves controlling her speech and swallowing. I thought she did a credible job on-air. by Eric Johnson, KOMO News AnchorKOMO NEWSMonday February 6, 2023Longtime viewers of KOMO News know the name Bob Throndsen. She is in my heart and will not be forgotten by her countless friends. Meteorologist Steve Pool has been atKOMO4since the '70s, starting as a writer, sports reporter and producer. Margaret Larson now hosts KING-TV's show, "New Day Northwest.". She was a bright spot on mornings for me. Shame on KOMO for pushing her out or letting her walk. KOMO Vice President of News, Holly Gauntt, said the support from everyone in the community meant the world to Goertzen. "It's been a rough road, as you know," she told King 5 at the time. You, too, get a Schrammie. Paris graduated Bellarmine Prep in Tacoma and Washington State Universitys Edward R. Murrow College of Communication. A series of surgeries left her unable to anchor. She did not immediately disclose the cause of death for her father. Seattle's reigning anchorwoman Jean Enersen stepped down from the KING5 evening anchor desk in June 2014, after delivering the news to local viewers for 42 years. In surgery for more than 10 hours her doctors reported that they were going to be more aggressive this time and remove all the tumor. Paris spent the last seven years at KOMO. sound mixer (unknown episodes) Series Camera and Electrical Department Series Editorial Department Kathi was beloved by the people of Seattle, and we will miss her.". [11], On January 26, 2012, Kathi posted on her Facebook page: "Doctor saw some tumor growth so wants to do surgeryagain! "When he didnt show up for work late Tuesday, we called police and asked them to do a welfare check," said Gauntt. Former KOMO reporter and anchor Emily Langlie, who worked at KOMO during much of the 1980s and 1990s, is the granddaughter of former Washington State governor Arthur B. Langlie. Eric was a part of the KOMO News team for 16 years, starting in 1991. Peggy has been a part of the morning team for the past year and a half, and we couldn't resist putting together a trip down memory lane: http://bit.ly/13xkjJx Join us in bidding her farewell by leaving some love in the comments. Retired KOMO sports anchor Bruce King has died at age 83 of prostate cancer. Kathi Goertzen served on the WSU Foundation Board of Trustees from 1994 to 2000. Former Seattle news anchor Margaret Larson also became known for her humanitarian work. Paris Jackson Departs KOMO - QZVX.com Broadcast History - Donuts (unknown episodes) Series Sound Department Rusty Amodeo . [4] When she returned to the program, her co-anchor, Dan Lewis, said, "Kathi, don't ever leave me like that again. Carol. How life changed at KOMO when Sinclair came to Seattle Heres a Schrammie for you. His last broadcast was April 22, 2016. (Photo by Houston Chronicle). He aimed to enhance the people around him in each of those responsibilities. / April 4, 2018. KOMO-TV - en-academic.com Former KOMO News anchor Bill Brubaker dies | KOMO Hannah Knowles & Tyrah Majors, KOMO 4 Clif Kirk Eyewitness News KIRO 7 opts for Pyne The Tracy Steel Bio REPOST: At KTOY, We Played The Hits & Carried A Big Stick KVOS Ads Through The Years KVI Adds Hoffman To Line-up J.J. Regan Replaces Don Wade & Entercom Promotes Ric Hansen TV Viewer Advises News Anchor On Her Appearance Frank Shiers Retires; Robert Feder Questions News Reporting Today One . We are seeing a lot of them fall by the wayside, with many blaming stress and mental fatigue. Gauntt said she still cant find a small device that chirps like a cricket, which Mr. Schram hid in her office. Seattle TV anchors: Then and now Bob Throndsen, KOMO TV legend, dies at 75. He adored us. Lily Jang, who used to anchor the news for Northwest Cable News and Q13, is now at KHOU in Houston. She's pictured circa 1990. Advertisement Article. On February 2, 2011, Goertzen again underwent surgery to remove parts of the tumor that continued to grow. She is currently the main anchor for the morning news show. Lakeland, Florida, police report 11 wounded in a drive-by shooting. David Kroman. She went to work for KOMO TV right after graduating from Washington State University in 1980. We were saddened to hear of her sudden passing this week. In recent years, Mr. Schram had been a talk-show host for KOMO Radio and done commentary for the television side, including regularly awarding the Schrammie for the worst of boneheaded decision(s), and/or the most appalling of asinine behavior., Said Eric Johnson, news anchor at the station, A month later, Seattle's doyenne of local TV news - Jean Enersen - announced that she too was stepping down, after 42 years on KING/5's anchor desk. 2023 Cox Media Group. He was 54. You have played an important part in her recovery over the years. Her delivery wasnt smooth and was uncomfortable to watch. Updated: 8:56 AM PST February 16, 2013 Long-time TV reporter and anchor Kathi Goertzen died Monday after a 14-year battle with benign brain tumors, KOMO TV reported. He was repeatedly lauded for his willingness to spend time with new reporters, assisting them in writing scripts, inspiring them, and helping them improve their talents. She had surgery and returned to work within a month, but the tumor re-grew in 2005. All rights reserved. Mimi co-anchor KING 5 Mornings from 4:30 to 7 Am with Jake Whittenberg every weekday. Paris graduated Bellarmine Prep in Tacoma and Washington State University's Edward R. Murrow College of Communication. KIRO 7 News Seattle facebook feed(Opens a new window), KIRO 7 News Seattle twitter feed(Opens a new window), KIRO 7 News Seattle youtube feed(Opens a new window), Missing Pennsylvania woman found alive after more than 30 years, Multiple western Washington residents indicted in connection to coast-to-coast drug ring, Woman arrested after attempting to inject heroin during traffic stop, deputies say, Powerball jackpot winner identified as longtime Boeing employee, Thieves lose ATM ripped out of Lakewood credit union. Jacques Natz on LinkedIn: Bob Throndsen, KOMO TV legend, dies at 75 In 1984, she became co-anchor for the weeknight editions of KOMO 4 News with Jim Harriott. So many people on television and in news fit a model. May 5, 2021 Former KOMO News anchor Bill Brubaker, who spent over two decades at the station as one of the main on-air talent, died this weekend. Current NBC reporter John Larson was a reporter at KOMO-TV from 1989 to 1994, winning several Emmy Awards. This was her personal profile on the KOMO AM website. Mona Lee Locke was a reporter for KIN/5 in the early '90s before marrying Gary Locke and quitting her job to join his successful campaign for Washington governor. Creator, Admin, & Editor of QZVX.COM, former broadcaster at KAMT/Tacoma, KRPM FM/Tacoma, KJUN/Puyallup, KASY/Auburn, KTAC AM/Tacoma, KBRD FM/Tacoma, KMTT FM/Tacoma, and KOOL FM/Phoenix. Jordan Steele Debuts on Weather Channel Quibi App, Bats*** Crazy News Anchor Takes Personal Battle Online & On Air, Commentary: Unmasked Face Triggers Tantrum, Paris Jacksons Baby Girl Is 3 Months Old. Seattle News Anchor Dies After 14-Year Illness. ALL FREE. Learn how your comment data is processed. Seattle KOMO-TV reporter Jonathan Choe documents the squalor in downtown Seattle. Was this her choice to leave? SEATTLE Kathi Goertzen, longtime KOMO-TV anchor, has died. After one year, in 1981, she became a general assignment reporter, then in 1982, she took weekend news anchoring duties from anchor Kerry Brock. She was a longtime co-star of the morning news run at KIRO Newsradio, then lost that gig and has recently (since 2010) been a PM drive anchor at KOMO AM 1000. Pemmaraju left Fox to join Bloomberg News in New York, but later rejoined the network in 2003 where she made a name for herself as a substitute anchoring across various programs including The Fox Report and the Sunday edition of FOX News Live. At one point, she even interviewed the Dalai Lama. Paris left KOMO around the time of her pregnancy and no other reason was given. He would have succeeded here, of that I am sure. :)". ; Liz has been working for KCPQ-TV Q13 for the last few years. When I arrived here over 26 years ago, Bob had just taken over as Managing Editor. Example video title will go here for this video. News anchor/reporter for KOMO TV, Monique's husband, Jack and Grace's Dad, and a Cougar. Thank you Paris I will always remember you. 7 news anchor in Chicago. his family members said Monday. Mark Wright is another longtime familiar Seattle face. Tammy Mutasa - Reporter - WBZ | CBS Boston | LinkedIn Required fields are marked *, Copyright 2023 QZVX.com Broadcast History & Current Affairs. Read Also:- Aris Hampers Death Details: How Did Aris Hampers Die? An explanation of the cause of death of the former mayor of EL Cerrito, California, Gut-wrenching: Rep. Quentin Williams, a rising political star, killed in wrong-way accident. November 2012 - (Blatherwatch) KOMO and CBS Seattle reports the death of KOMO TV weekend anchor, Joel Connable, 39 who was found dead in his apartment. Hutchison is pictured in 2001. Hannah Knowles Reporter Hannah Knowles joined the KOMO News Team as a morning reporter in June 2022. A 45-year-old Exeter man has been identified as the victim who died over the weekend after being stabbed. Ken Schram, who for 35 years was the gruff but, for his many fans, endearing personality and commentator at KOMO Radio and TV, died Thursday at age 66 after a long illness. by Lynnanne Nguyen, KOMO News Reporter. She earned five Emmy Awards and an Edward R. Murrow award for her work, as well as numerous local and national journalism and community service awards. Before news anchor Steve Raible joined KIRO 7, he had a six-year career as a wide receiver with the Seahawks. [8][9] The surgeries had partially paralyzed the right side of her face, resulting in difficulty blinking her right eye. , I remember talking to him once about some of the hate mail he would get. Jonathan Choe, a veteran reporter for the ABC television affiliate KOMO in Seattle, has written an essay on Medium claiming he was fired for his coverage of a rally by the controversial Proud. Goertzen was hospitalized last week and on Friday, her colleagues used Facebook and Twitter to ask for prayers. Caption: Former KOMO News anchor Bill Brubaker died over the weekend, Heres a brief look back at his contributions to the station. Like this morning when she was done with her report she said Christie. Celebrities Who Died in Their 50s - Legacy.com . But the two also got along well, colleagues said. He was 83. SWAT was called out after he holed himself up, along with two young children, inside of a 4-plex. "The long fight against the tumors that have ravaged her brain is over. Pemmaraju was named Bostons Best Anchor in 1996 and 1997 by Boston Magazine as well as one of the 20 Intriguing Women of 1998 by Spotlight Magazine. Goertzen covered such events as the Mount St. Helens eruption and the fall of the Berlin Wall. After parting ways with the station in a legal dispute, he took a three-year break from the news business until taking the job at Seattle's ABC affiliate, KOMO-TV. They also can read Mr. Schrams posting from when he was well. Mr. Schram received numerous Emmy Awards for his work, and also the prestigious Peabody Award. Paris spent the last seven years at KOMO. He wrote about his KIRO-FM gig, and, really, summarized his career: When youre having fun is it really work?, Erik Lacitis: 206-464-2237 or elacitis@seattletimes.com Twitter @ErikLacitis, Fire on Lake City Way in Seattle raises smoke, flooding concerns, WA to end masking requirement in health care, correctional facilities, Tacoma woman refusing tuberculosis treatment continues to face arrest, Be bolder to get light rail done, expert panel tells Sound Transit, Driver makes U-turn, hits pedestrian near Pioneer Square, police say. He's pictured ca. Do not like Tyra she is to abrupt almost to the point of being rude. Former CNN anchor Aaron Brown is another well-known national TV personality whose early career included a stint in Seattle. There is a traffic reporter position open at KOMO 4 in Seattle. Seattle anchor Mark Wright has anchored his last newscast for NBC affiliate KING. [3] Treatment went quickly for the first occurrence, and she returned to KOMO News on January 3, 1999. She's pictured in 1995. (Grant M. Haller/seattlepi.com file). Sorry she felt she had no choice but to leave. She always was so professional and had such a beautiful smile. Bob Throndsen, a veteran journalist, died unexpectedly on Saturday, February 4, at his home in Edmonds. A photo shows Mr. Schram hugging Goertzen in the newsroom after learning she needed another operation for a brain tumor. Explore More In Detail. In a 2012 article about Bobs retirement, KOMO said: Throndsen is a journalist, but he is also a modest teacher. Johnny Depp's Longtime Pal, Legendary Rock N' Roll Guitarist Jeff Beck Dead At 78, Prince Harry & Meghan Markles Tell-All Netflix Series Delayed To 2023 After Attacks On The Crown, Dianne Feinstein Refuses To Retire Before Her Senate Term Ends In 2024 Despite Colleagues Arguing She Is 'Mentally Unfit To Serve'. Bob Throndsen, a veteran journalist, died unexpectedly on Saturday, February 4, at his home in Edmonds. Cast of Ritter's sitcom handles his death with grace and No spanks: Sue Bird cancels bet with radio host, Here's why Seattle isn't getting an In-N-Out any time soon. SEATTLE -- Veteran broadcast journalist Jane Shannon passed away this week leaving friends, colleagues and listeners mourning the sudden and tragic loss. Later, at KOMO 1000 Radio, he progressed to the posts of managing editor and news director. Jim Compton was a reporter on KING-TV in the '80s and '90s, and a Seattle City Councilmember. O'Donnell covers the weather for Western Washington on the weekday evening shows for KOMO4 News & KOMO Newsradio. Her announcement topped all the evening newscasts, with longtime news anchor Dan Lewis leading the 11 PM newscast.[7]. KOMO News - Today we bid farewell to our morning anchor - Facebook Hannah Knowles Joins KOMO 4 News - Donuts Ambassador to China in early 2014. After joining KOMO-TV in 1980, she became a regular reporter. In June 2000, he was inducted into theNational Academy of Television Arts and SciencesSilver Circle. (unknown episodes) Series Cast Series Produced by Benny Dominguez . After jobs on the assignment desk at KABC in Los Angeles and as a reporter-anchor at a Spokane station, he began working at KOMO in 1977. His sense of decency and humanity were only matched by Jacques Natz on LinkedIn: Bob Throndsen, KOMO TV legend, dies at 75 After joining KOMO-TV in 1980, she became a regular reporter. He's pictured anchoring the news at KIRO 7 in 1986. Former KOMO4 news anchors, Kathi Goertzen and Dan Lewis, are pictured going over a script for a May 17, 1991 news broadcast. He was 54. From not being able to announce certain cities to getting confused on major road names. Before joining KOMO, he worked in Philadelphia and Portland, Oregon. He did the Town Meeting (a public-affairs show with audience participation that aired from 1980 to 1999), editorials, specials, he was a damn good straight reporter, a radio commentator. Wappler died in 2010. The total cash compensation, which includes bonus, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $36,242 to $59,494 with the average total cash compensation of $45,151. On December 1, 1998, KOMO announced that Goertzen had been suffering from a type of meningioma, a noncancerous tumor that grows on the brain stem that affects speech and the ability to swallow. "I was diagnosed with this atypical meningioma more than 10 years ago and I've had several surgeries and radiation an tried lots of different drugs and I've lose cranial nerve that controls my face and my hearing and my voice and my balance.". In 1984, she became co-anchor for the weeknight editions of KOMO 4 News with Jim Harriott. He was very happy. Goertzen is survived by her husband, Rick Jewett, her two daughters, Alexa and Andrea, and her parents. She sued the station for discrimination after the station replaced her with a younger Asian American woman. In 2011, she was voted Woman of the Year in the 2011 Best of Western Washington and spoke with KING 5's Meeghan Black. See shocking decline of 'queen city of the Northwest' - WND by Cole Miller, KOMO News ReporterThursday, February 24th 2022KOMOSEATTLE The Seattle Fire Department launched an investigation after a noose was found inside of a Bitter Lake fire station. Goertzen was voted "Woman of the Year" in the 2011 Best of Western Washington. Ms. Goertzen, a Seattle native, anchored KOMO newscasts for nearly three decades. She will be long remembered in Seattle for her accomplishments at the anchor desk, as well as her grace in the face of adversity. 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