Overview

• Kersey died on Friday morning at age 86 after a long illness, with his wife Christine by his side.
• He launched his career in 1968 as one of the first presenters on BBC Radio Sheffield, later hosting shows on Radio Hallam.
• BBC Yorkshire head Katrina Bunker described him as a “true legend of local broadcasting.”
• Alongside radio, he built a reputation as an actor and artist, featuring his paintings in exhibitions and fundraising through charity Christmas cards.
• Former colleagues and listeners have paid tribute to his talent and warm on-air style across South Yorkshire.