Only the good die young

Well, I thought I had misheard it this morning on my way in to work as I tuned into 90.1 KERA the public radio station here in Dallas/Ft. Worth, and the mention was so brief between the regular programming that it just passed in one ear and out the other. The sad truth is that Glenn Mitchell, host of the Glenn Mitchell Show, passed away in his sleep last night.

This is particularly sad for the public radio community here in Dallas, as Glenn was a huge part of the everyday operations of the station and I personally loved his show -- in which he combined current affairs with the obscure, sports with science and the whole gamut of things that I love to read about. I for one, despite only listening to him for a little over a year, am going to miss his quick wit and veritable knowledge about everything.

The official "memorial page" on the KERA website states the following:

Glenn Mitchell, host of KERA 90.1's "The Glenn Mitchell Show," and one of the region's best known radio personalities, died early Sunday morning at his Dallas home. Mitchell was 55.

The cause of Mitchell's death has not yet been determined. He had a history of heart-related issues and had undergone a heart bypass operation.

"We are shocked and saddened at the news of Glenn's passing," said Jeff Luchsinger, VP and Station Manager for KERA 90.1. "Glenn was a daily companion for so many in our community. He had a curious mind, a rare talent and was deeply committed to his work. We will miss him."

Rest easy Glenn...