Condolences: Pat Ebertz
• The close-knit Twin Cities radio community continues to mourn the passing of popular longtime air talent and consultant Pat Ebertz, who died unexpectedly in his sleep in the early hours of Dec. 26 at the age of 59. His in-depth obituary is posted here.
Ebertz was probably best known for his stint as co-host and producer of the Dave Ryan Show on KDWB from 1993 to 2008. He also worked with The Tom Barnard Morning Show at KQRS. At the time of his passing Ebertz was working for Hubbard Broadcasting as an Account Executive.
In a statement to RAMP, Hubbard VP/Region Manager, Minnesota Dan Seeman said, “Everyone at Hubbard Radio Minneapolis-St. Paul is stunned and deeply saddened by the passing of Pat Ebertz. Though Pat has only been with Hubbard for 11 months, many of our staff and clients have had long personal and professional relationships with Pat. Through his genuine kindness and enormous heart, Pat has left an indelible mark on the Minnesota media community. He will be missed by his radio family throughout the entire state.”
Dave Ryan posted a lengthy Facebook tribute to Ebertz that reads, in part: “Pat was with the morning show from the beginning in 1993. He was the kindest, most-thoughtful and caring soul you could ever meet. Anyone who worked with Pat will never forget his huge personality and how incredibly messy his desk was. Pat loved everyone and everyone loved Pat. You will be missed, my friend.”
• Tom Barnard also recorded a nice tribute to Ebertz and recently departed Coast To Coast AM weekend host Ian Punnett which is posted here.
Ebertz leaves behind his three children — Isabelle (22), John (21), Patrick (20) and Christian (18). A visitation and memorial service will be held Thursday, Jan. 4 from 3-8 pm at Williams Dingmann Funeral Homes in Sauk Rapids, MN. A rosary service and visitation will be held Friday, Jan. 5 from 5-8pm at Eddy Funeral Home in Jamestown, ND. Funeral and Christian Burial will be held at the St. James Basilica in Jamestown at 10:30am on Saturday, Jan. 6.
