Radio host dies weeks after cancer diagnosis
Beloved radio host Rob Dempsey has passed away just weeks after being diagnosed with cancer.
Rob Dempsey, host of American Christian radio show HisAir, revealed his diagnosed with bladder cancer in a Facebook post just eight days before his death.
After being hospitalised for emergency surgery related to his cancer, Dempsey went in to cardiac arrest and could not be revived.
News of Dempsey's death was also shared on His Radio's Rob and Lizz in the Morning show, with the hosts saying, "He always had us laughing."
"His finger prints are all over this place. He was not just a boss, he was a leader, an encourager. He made such an impact to the in the community and to Greenville."
They added, "We lost him but heaven gained such an incredible person."
Just days before his death, Dempsey shared on his Instagram page that he was in hospital for surgery on his left kidney.
"It's so overcrowded at this hospital that will be in hallway. Nothing you can do, but the care from these nurses and doctors are wonderful." he wrote.
When he shared news of his cancer diagnosis on Facebook, he said doctors told him it was ''aggressive" but he was "at peace today knowing God is in control".
"A big thank you to all who have been praying for me. I saw the report today. I have bladder cancer and it looks aggressive," he said.
"Thankfully I'm at peace today knowing God is in control. The days ahead will be tough and that's ok. I am determined to be a dad there for his kids."
"I'm determined to be that grandpa who will watch them grow up, graduate and get married. I want to grow old with my wife who has been a rock through all of this junk."
He added, "I've watched a few videos of people who have survived this and even have new bladders! Things look hopeful."
The radio star is survived by his wife, kids and grandchildren.
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