Eric Slocum, who was part of people's homes for years as a KOMO/4 reporter and anchor and who was a familiar voice to many on KOMO radio, died Saturday. Published March 1, 2022 at 5:27pm. She was also a Board Member of the YWCA of Seattle-King County. KING anchor Dennis Bounds, pictured early in his career. She graduated from Queen Anne High School and had initially set out to be a veterinarian. Long-time TV reporter and anchor Kathi Goertzen died Monday after a 14-year battle with benign brain tumors, KOMO TV reported. CELEBRITY NEWS. He would have succeeded here, of that I am sure. On Mr. Schrams Facebook page, fans who had heard of his illness had been posting well wishes. 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. He's pictured in 1976. He went on to anchor NBC Nightly News. 1. Goertzen was hospitalized last week and on Friday, her colleagues used Facebook and Twitter to ask for prayers. She was 54. Goertzen had two daughters, Alexa and Andrea. The late KOMO anchor Kathi Goertzen said live on the air, after the commentary ended and the show cut back to her, something like, What an idiot!. producer (unknown episodes) Series Film Editing by Jesse I Ettinger . The staff is in shock.". O'Donnell was invited to guest-anchor many times on the national level at MSNBC and Early Today and . A month later, Seattle's doyenne of local TV news - Jean Enersen - announced that she too was stepping down, after 42. We would like an update. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Who is Andrew Tate Girlfriend? Follow seattlepi.com on Facebook and Twitter. RADAR and RADARONLINE are registered trademarks. Miller and her husband are pictured on June 5, 2014 in Hollywood. . Officials believe he had a diabetic seizure alone followed by an insulin pump malfunction. People would say awful things to him about his commentaries, it would get personal. Tacoma business owners, community members express concerns at crime summit. Do not like Tyra she is to abrupt almost to the point of being rude. 0:11. 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, @Lincoln_Police. "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.". Bob Throndsen, KOMO TV legend, dies at 75. Mr. Schram hed have been amused by the Mr. reference that is used in obituaries, as he preferred to be known as Ken or Schrambo in recent days had been taken to EvergreenHealths hospice care in Kirkland, said his wife of 44 years, Sandi Schram. Bob worked in Portland and Philadelphia before departing KOMO News in 2012. Thank you Paris I will always remember you. Paris should have been familiar with the city names in the Northwest as she was educated in this area, a graduate of Bellarmine Prep, as mentioned here. 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. 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Miller also hosted a show in 2013 on "The Online Network" that catered to soap opera fans. She is at peace now, comfortable and surrounded by all that is good, KOMO said on a special web page in memory of Goertzen. Before. 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. Courtesy of KOMO TV 4 Seattle, Washington. (Grant M. Haller/seattlepi.com file). Similar Job Titles: He married Kerry Brock, another KOMO News anchor and reporter in 1992, left the station and moved to Nashville, Tennessee. Oh, yes, heres a Schrammie for you. As of Wednesday morning, the cause of her death has not been released to the public. 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. Lee Locke is pictured in 1996. Joyce Taylor is a well-known face in Seattle TV news. He's pictured anchoring the news at KIRO 7 in 1986. She's pictured circa 1990. Former CNN fixture Lou Dobbs, now on Fox Business Network, worked at KING5 in the '70s. He said when it happened, he wasnt retiring, he got retired. Mr. Schram was known as an ebullient newsroom prankster. The surgery "went better than expected"[5] on April 3, and after spending several months on an experimental chemotherapy drug used to fight kidney cancer (with high levels of success), it was announced on August 14 that Goertzen would resume anchor duties alongside Dan Lewis on September 2, 2008. KING anchor Dennis Bounds pictured at the end of his career. Leslie Miller now spends time promoting the Napa Valley family wine business of her husband, Richard Frank, pictured. He's pictured anchoring a KING broadcast in 1978; you can watch the video here. In June 2000, he was inducted into theNational Academy of Television Arts and SciencesSilver Circle. The meteorologist joined KING in 1977 and became a weather anchor and science editor in 1980. 'Ninja Turtles'-inspired bank robbers pulled off 'the heis Canadian teacher with size-Z prosthetic breasts placed on paid leave, What's next for Buster Murdaugh after dad's murder conviction, life sentence, US home prices just did something they haven't done since 2012, Murdaugh son collapsed outside court after sitting stone-faced through dad's 6-week murder trial: source, Celeb-loved jewelry brand Dorsey drops dazzling new styles, White Lotus actor jokes about being hit on following shows success, Is this the couple behind the Worst Art Job Listing Ever?, Kellyanne Conway and George Conway to divorce. We are grateful and we know she is, too., The Seattle Times commemorated Goertzen as "one of the most recognized and trusted anchors in local TV news for a generation.". In 2018, Jackson shared with the KOMO viewers, her journey through a breast cancer battle. They were on the Viking Sky cruise ship that had engine problems off the Norwegian coast & issued a mayday warning. Series Directed by Benny Dominguez . Lily Jang, who used to anchor the news for Northwest Cable News and Q13, is now at KHOU in Houston. Winter Storm Watch. A Bronx boy, his wife said. The time and place for a public memorial will be announced on her Facebook page. Hutchison is pictured in 2001. She's pictured with former co-anchor Sam Shane. KOMO wasted not a minute removing Paris info from their website. He and Dennis Bounds were longtime anchors who left at around the same time in 2016. Goals: Work in network television and internationally. Ex-KIRO, KOMO Radio Anchor Jane Shannon Dies. There's only one way to take life now and that's one day at a time, and it's funny when you stop planning and planning and try to decided what you're going to do next, how each day becomes more beautiful, she said. We extend our heartfelt condolences to her entire family.. His sense of decency and humanity were only matched by Jacques Natz on LinkedIn: Bob Throndsen, KOMO TV legend, dies at 75 7 news anchor in Chicago. 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. From not being able to announce certain cities to getting confused on major road names. In 1996, Pemmaraju joined Fox News when it launched on October 7. (Video screenshot) It's known as the "queen city of the Northwest" and the . Her doctors had hoped that this would be the last time Kathi would be undergoing surgery. [3] Treatment went quickly for the first occurrence, and she returned to KOMO News on January 3, 1999. After one year, in 1981, she became a general assignment reporter, then in 1982, she took weekend news anchoring duties from anchor Kerry Brock. John Seigenthaler is now an anchor for Al Jazeera America. Then, in November 2013, she said, Mr. Schram collapsed and was hospitalized with kidney failure. But thats what Im about. She said Mr. Schrams spirits picked up when in 2013 he was asked to do fill-in work at talk-show station KIRO-FM. Meet the anchors, reporters and meteorologists of KING5 in Seattle, Washington. KING5's Lori Matsukawa is pictured here anchoring the 11pm show, her final live news broadcast before retiring after 39 years in the business, Friday, June 14, 2019. After one year, in 1981, she became a general assignment reporter, then in 1982, she took weekend news anchoring duties from anchor Kerry Brock. He joined the station in 1982, and sported the 'stache for decades. 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. He was 85. In 2011, she was voted Woman of the Year in the 2011 Best of Western Washington and spoke with KING 5's Meeghan Black. This was her personal profile on the KOMO AM website. Lakeland, Florida, police report 11 wounded in a drive-by shooting. I met Paris at the womans show at the T Done. Goertzen married Rick Jewett, a KOMO-TV account executive (formerly a sales executive, and previously a KOMO photographer), in 1993. You might recognize Linda Cohn as an anchor for ESPN's SportsCenter. Later, at KOMO 1000 Radio, he progressed to the posts of managing editor and news director. She starts Dec. 28 as traffic anchor/reporter. A member of the Nez Perce Tribe, Kauffman was the first ever Native American to broadcast on national news. The actual cause of death for Bob Throndsen has yet to be revealed. She was a train wreck. A legendary newsroom incident at KOMO took place in June 2005, when the station aired a Schram commentary about women breast-feeding in public. A 34-year-old man has been arrested after. He's pictured in a KING broadcast in 1979; you can watch the video here. He announced on April 15, 2016, that he was departing as part of a "voluntary retirement program." She will be long remembered in Seattle for her accomplishments at the anchor desk, as well as her grace in the face of adversity. Kathi was beloved by the people of Seattle, and we will miss her.". As one of my FB friends wrote, "There's no room for fear and faith in this house!" People may receive compensation for some links to products and services. IG mary_nam/FB Mary Nam KOMO . He's pictured in 1990. I do think the TV business is a tougher nut to crack for millennials. Connable had married paralegal Angela Shlyakhov less than two weeks before his death. Over the years, he has served as a mentor to many employees at KOMO.. You can watch the video of that broadcast here. She's pictured on Nov. 19, 2013, speaking at the opening of Athleta's flagship store in New York. It strengthened and encouraged her.". Former Seattle news anchor Margaret Larson also became known for her humanitarian work. "Our co-worker, our angel, our precious friend, Kathi Goertzen, died today, surrounded by her loving family," wrote New Director Holly Gauntt on a special remembrance page for Goertzen. News anchor/reporter for KOMO TV, Monique's husband, Jack and Grace's Dad, and a Cougar. The various treatments had damaged her facial nerve, which partially debilitated one side of her face. She was a bright spot on mornings for me. Two New Whitney Houston Songs Hit Web 9 Months After Death, Brooke Shields Breaks Silence On Her Mothers Death: 'She Had Her Share Of Struggles', Man Horrifically Mauled By Three Grizzly Bears May Have Been Unconscious At Time Of Deadly Attack. (Photo by Matt M. McKnight/Crosscut) Advertisement. 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, she said. 5. He was 75 years old at the time. He adored us. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. A 45-year-old Exeter man has been identified as the victim who died over the weekend after being stabbed. Kathy Brock, longtime former ABC 7 news anchor in Chicago, with her parents Carol and Frank Brock. Aris Hampers Death Details: How Did Aris Hampers Die. He. Rumors of a KOMO buyer . She said there will be a private memorial for family. Here's a look back at Seattle's TV anchors, from Jean Enersen to Lori Matsukawa to Lou Dobbs, when he worked in Seattle. The broadcast industry is a cold, cruel world. Bob Throndsen, a multiple EMMY award-winning broadcast journalist and former KOMO News Director, has died. Goertzen died Monday, surrounded by family. Mimi co-anchor KING 5 Mornings from 4:30 to 7 Am with Jake Whittenberg every weekday. When the Berlin Wall fell, Goertzen was the first local American news reporter to report live from the scene at Brandenburg Gate in West Berlin. She was 54. In 1984, she became co-anchor for the weeknight editions of KOMO 4 News with Jim Harriott. I have missed Paris. She was philosophical about her disease. This guy had an amazing career, regardless of how he felt it ended. Bobs brief three-year career with My Neighborhood News Network greatly impacted our reporting. He was very happy. You are also agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. (unknown episodes) Series Cast Series Produced by Benny Dominguez . Her strength and resiliency during her illness made her an inspiration to many in our community. They're GLAD to be back home! . Thousands of people wrote to express their support. Latest News Stories. She went to work for KOMO TV right after graduating from Washington State University in 1980. Kaci Aitchison storms off the set mid-segment (VIDEO) Expand / Collapse search. Heres a Schrammie for you. She joined KOMO in June 1980, after the eruption of Mount St. Helens and did many special newscasts thereafter, including the fall of the Berlin Wall (she was the first local American TV news reporter to do so). Gaard Swanson was KIRO 7's sports director from 2002 to 2011, before leaving for an evening anchor job in Orlando. Bob Throndsen was known for his pleasant nature. Much of Pemmarajus career focused on covering the disenfranchised. Seattle anchor Mark Wright has anchored his last newscast for NBC affiliate KING. Theres the door, have a nice day. 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. say he threatened a woman over a parking spot with a handgun last night near 9th and Washington. On February 2, 2011, Goertzen again underwent surgery to remove parts of the tumor that continued to grow. While in Baltimore, she won an Emmy for a story covering a rescue of a child who nearly drowned. Meteorologist Steve Pool has been atKOMO4since the '70s, starting as a writer, sports reporter and producer. Mr. King, who had been under hospice care for two months, died at his Snoqualmie Ridge residence early Wednesday. Anchor | Learn more about Tammy Mutasa's work experience, education, connections & more by visiting their profile on LinkedIn O'Donnell covers the weather for Western Washington on the weekday evening shows for KOMO4 News & KOMO Newsradio. 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. Former NBC Nightly News weekend anchor John Seigenthaler Jr. was once a reporter and anchor at KOMO-TV. Did KOMO provide a box for Paris to take her belongings home? She was 54. He was 54. I dont want to sound too sentimental. . 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. Lets look closely at Bob Throndsens demise and Cause of Death. 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. by Lynnanne Nguyen, KOMO News Reporter. You could tell Paris was nervous ALL THE TIME. Paul Kitagaki Jr./Seattle Post-Intelligencer, Jean Enersen - announced that she too was stepping down, Escape to Long Beach, Washington before the summer crowds. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. Leslie Miller anchored the news at Q13 for six years, starting in 2004 (year of this photo). Mark Wright is now a KING/5 morning news anchor. Both are okay. 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. Bob, a multiple Emmy Award winner, retired in 2012 after 34 years as managing editor and news director at KOMO TV News and KOMO News Radio. Chris Gregoire, governor of Washington State, sent out a Twitter message expressing her love and respect for Goertzen: Kathi Goertzen was among the finest and most courageous people. The longtime, popularmeteorologistretired in 2002; he died in 2010. Compton died in March of 2014. Seattle City Council member Jim Compton answers a question during a press conference on Dec. 14, 2005 about his resignation from council. Saturday, March 4th 2023. from FRI 4:00 PM PST until SAT 4:00 PM PST, Olympics. View All Photos . Seattle has been the spawning ground for many famous TV news personalities. With all that in mind, here's a look back at Seattle's TV anchors and a few reporters, and what some of them are up to now. Retailers trying to ban the Salvation Armys red kettles? Founding Fox News Channel anchor Uma Pemmaraju died Monday at the age of 64. He's pictured in 2002. Current NBC reporter John Larson was a reporter at KOMO-TV from 1989 to 1994, winning several Emmy Awards. Bob Throndsen, a veteran journalist, died unexpectedly on Saturday, February 4, at his home in Edmonds. KOMO/4's Dan Lewis retired in May, after 27 years on the anchor desk. The base salary for News Anchor in companies like KOMO range from $35,988 to $59,182 with the average base salary of $44,869. 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. Your email address will not be published. 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.