R.I.P.: Steve Ferguson, WTHO Thomson GA PD

Radio personality Steve Ferguson of WTHO 101.7 FM in Thomson, GA lost his battle with cancer Tuesday; he was diagnosed with terminal bile cancer earlier this year.

Ferguson began his radio career in 1985 with WMTZ in Martinez, Georgia, as a part-time Sunday afternoon host. In five years, he had been promoted to program director and morning drive host. In 1990 when WMTZ’s format changed to oldies, Ferguson left the station to work for WTHO. He served as the program director for 29 years as well as morning drive host for 18 years.

Last week (Feb. 13), he was awarded the Music Row's Randy Jones Award for the same devotion to his community and career. Ferguson was also an avid musician having played bass guitar, drums and vocals.