The Boston Globe is reporting that WBLQ owner Christopher DiPaola has died at the age of 49. The cause of death was not announced. On the air, DiPaola was known as “Crazy” Chris DiPaola. WBLQ is located in Westerly, RI.
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Chris leaves his wife and young child. leaving behind the stations along with his wife and a young child.
A memorial fund has been established to help support the family. Checks can be made out to “Laina DiPaola” with “Chris DePaola Memorial Account” in the memo line and mailed to the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce, 1 Chamber Way, Westerly RI 02891.