Wayne Perkey, a radio legend in Louisville, has passed away at the age of 84-years.

Terry Meiners of WHAS confirmed Perkey’s death on his own Facebook page on Sunday after a fight with COVID-19.

Perkey was the morning host on 840 WHAS for many years.

He began working at the station in 1969 and stayed for over 30 years.

He was also a known face to Louisville residents who had grown up watching the WHAS Crusade for Children.

He was one of just three people to ever emcee the telethon, which he did for 30 years.

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Wayne Perkey cause of death

The cause of death is unknown, but Wayne Perkey is said to have died after a long struggle with COVID-19.

Was Wayne Perkey married? Did Wayne Perkey have children?

Jane Anne Perkey was Wayne Perkey’s ex-wife. Regardless of their post-divorce divorce, they reconnected.

The couple had children, but no information about them is available on the internet.

Wayne Perkey net worth

He had a net worth of $1.8 million dollars when he died.

When is Wayne Perkey funeral? Date, time, venue, burial service, obituary poster

Perkey’s death has left the family in a state of mourning.

They will notify you of the funeral day and time as soon as possible.

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