Yesterday afternoon, I found out that a local broadcasting legend died after a short battle with cancer. Jerry Wayne was half of the Breakfast Club morning radio show on 107.9 WNCT. For 14 years, he's entertained eastern NC, easing us into productive (or sometimes not so productive) days. He raised money for the Children's Miracle Network through annual telethons and made countless appearances at charity events and fundraisers throughout the area. But more important than that is his legacy. See, I've always believed that a life spent giving joy and happiness to others is a life well-spent. And by that yardstick, Jerry Wayne lived an extremely well-spent life. That legacy will endure far longer than his brief time on this earth. My heart goes out to his family--both his family at home, and his family at the station. As someone who has relied on Jerry and his partner Donna Kelly for morning motivation, I know mornings will never be the same. I thank you Jerry, for sharing your mornings with us for all these years. God bless.
Jerry Wayne
1970-2009
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