Our friend and extraordinary KSER supporter Sandy Thompson passed away this week.
Sandy was a dedicated volunteer and board member of KSER for more than 15 years. He had a relentless passion for independent radio, and especially for KSER, our DJs and hosts. His volunteer work and energy for our organization was boundless.
Sandy graciously gave his time and energy to so many parts of KSER - never missing a meeting; pitching during pledge drives; bringing food for other volunteers during drives; answering phones; making thank-you calls to donors; helping with our database and so much more. He persistently wore a KSER hat and had a KSER logo button pinned to his shirt and told every person he met about what he called 'our incredible radio station.'
I'd like to especially thank Sandy's wife, Kathy Kamel, and his loving family for sharing so much of Sandy's time and energy to help KSER.
Sandy and his family allowed us to present him with a KSER Voice of the Community Award last month at Tulalip Resort Casino to honor his years of dedication to KSER. His speech at the celebration was inspiring.
My sincere condolences to Kathy and his family and to everyone who was touched and inspired by Sandy's incredible passion.
Thank you, Sandy!
