George Roger LeGore, 70

George Roger LeGore, age 70, passed away peacefully in Phoenix, Ariz., on Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012, surrounded by his loving family.  He was born on June 16, 1942, to George W. LeGore and Phyllis LeGore (Holland) in Coeur d'Alene, where he graduated from high school and married Leila Parker. He pursued and lived out his dreams with his long career as a radio announcer. On the radio airwaves, he was known as Charlie Dee broadcasting on stations ranging from news to an array of music formats throughout the Inland Empire, although his passion was always rock ‘n’ roll. His hobbies included being an avid collector of radio memorabilia, vinyl albums and records, and amassing an impressive collection of old-time radio shows. He was a loving husband and father who had a love for all animals and could usually be seen with a cherished pet in tow. George and his wife eventually moved from the area to retire in Phoenix. 

George is survived by his beloved wife of 48 years, Leila of Phoenix; two daughters Tonya LeGore and Kristie LeGore, both of Seattle; cherished granddaughter Shauntea Churchill of San Francisco, Calif.; sister Shirley Kjos of Spokane; and many nieces and nephews.  ?A memorial honoring George R. LeGore will be held on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012, at 2 p.m., for all friends and family, at the English Funeral Chapel, 1133 North Fourth St, Coeur d’Alene. Please make a donation in his name to the Humane Society in lieu of sending flowers.