A little over a year and a half ago I began working as an intern for the Hugh Hewitt Show. Recently, I quit this position due to my graduation from college and my decision to pursue other career opportunities. During my brief but wonderful time working for Hugh, I had the privilege of working with one of his co-hosts, Dean Barnett. Today, Dean passed away; in his memory I would like to share with you my impression of this good man.
For regular listeners of Hugh's show, you will be pleased to know that Dean was every bit the humorous and delightful person that his "on-air" persona made him out to be. I have several fond memories of humorous "off-air" exchanges between Dean, Duane (the show's producer) and Adam (the sound engineer). A little over a year ago, I had the opportunity to meet Dean in person and treat him to dinner. His intelligence was outshined only by his wit, each greatly entertained the dinner guests. Though Dean suffered from cystic fibrosis, he saw the disease as a motivator for great personal accomplishment and not as an excuse to wallow in the sympathies of others. He was friendly, humble in the face of great personal success, and lively. Dean's warm personality graced his insightful commentary, his brilliance cast light on dark and confusing issues important to each of his fellow citizens.
To Dean's family: Thank you for sharing him with us. Dean was an honorable and good man. I consider myself privileged to have known him. Dean Barnett, rest in peace good sir.
Dr. Andrew Weaver also passed away late last week.
He was a good and honorable man.
http://www.mediatransparency.org/story.php?storyID=249
Our sympathy to the Bsrnett and Weaver families.
Dr. Andrew Weaver also passed away late last week.
He was a good and honorable man.
http://www.mediatransparency.org/story.php?storyID=249
Our sympathy to the Bsrnett and Weaver families.
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