Obituaries

WNIR Radio Host Howie Chizek Dead at 65

Long-time radio host reportedly died of a heart attack

The "voice of common sense" as he was so often called is silent today.

WNIR talk radio host Howie Chizek died Saturday at the age of 65.

Here's a round-up of coverage of his death:

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  • Ohio.com: Akron Radio Host Howie Chizek dies at 65
  • Cleveland.com: Howie Chizek, Akron radio host and former Cavs announcer, is dead at 65
  • Newsnet5.com: Legendary Akron radio host Howie Chizek dies of heart attack

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