Orlando Loves Scott

I was saddened to hear of the passing of Scott McKenzie. Scott was a long time morning radio host here in Orlando on the station that plays mainly music from the 80's and 90's. I personally didn't know Scott, never met him, but when I moved to Orlando in 2003, I enjoyed listening to him and his show most mornings. He wasn't one of those rude, obnoxious, over the top morning jocks that are just looking to get ratings. He was someone that made you feel like you you were having a nice fun conversation (with him) while you were driving to work and once the conversation was finished you walked away in a great mood.

I remember the first time I heard Scott mention that he had cancer on the radio a few years ago. He was out for a period of time receiving treatment and he had come back and was thanking his listeners for all of their love and support. He still had that friendly voice but underneath that tone you can tell he was a caring determined individual. Here was a middle aged man fighting his battle with cancer while I was involved with the "Battle After". It was inspiring how he pulled off this morning show every day and kept leaving his listeners "walking away" a great mood as they started their day.

I was working mainly from home up until a few weeks ago, so during my morning commute to my new place of employment, I would flip the radio between stations and when I was listening to Mix 105,1, I just thought Scott was on summer vacation. That's what made yesterday's news so shocking as I had no idea he was coming to the end of his fight. I listened to the beautiful tribute to Scott on my way to work this morning and I read his "Goodbye Post" from last Friday. It was moving, tearful, unselfish, and inspiring. I strongly recommend reading his post at http://mix1051.cbslocal.com/2015/08/07/scott-mckenzie-cancer-update-the-on-and-off-buttons/.

May you Rest In Peace Scott and you didn't loose your battle because you left your listeners "walking away forever"in a great mood. #OrlandoLovesScott