George Beasley, 89 and Beasley Media founder and executive chairman, died Wednesday in Naples, Florida, said the radio group. “George’s unconditional love for our mother, Ann and our family, along with his passion for the radio industry, helped to guide…
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him throughout his lifetime,” said his daughter, CEO Caroline Beasley. Beasley worked as a high school principal and coach in North Carolina before building his first station there in 1961, WPYB (AM) Benson. In 2016, he stepped down as CEO of the company, which has 62 stations in 15 markets. He was recognized as a “Giant” by the Library of American Broadcasting in 2012, received the NAB’s National Radio Award in 2015, and was inducted into broadcasting halls of fame by state broadcasting associations. “George was a pioneer in broadcasting,” said NAB CEO Gordon Smith. Beasley is survived by five children, 16 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren, plus his wife. A memorial service will be for family and friends in Naples with private burial service for the family in Ararat, Virginia. Donations can go to The Broadcasters Foundation of America, here.