In Tim Kiska's history of Detroit television "From Soupy to Nuts!,"the Kelly-Le Goff-Hodak lineup was described as the"New York Yankees" of localTV by Detroit attorney Henry Baskin. Detroit gets more than $90 million a year from its 1.5 percent tax on nonresidents who work in the city. They are part of the original dcor of the school building.There are photos of these tiles on several websites relative to the history ofDondero which celebrated its 75th Anniversary in March 2003 (before it wasclosed).Donna VandermarkPewabic Pottery website~~~~~~~~~~~, Dear Eileen,Just a little note to let you know how much I love your newsletter. Not to me. Detroit Free Press media columnist Bob Talbert pronounced on October 11, 1994 that Turner and Grandberry "are the most unmatched pair on (Detroit) television." One day I was working at the retail store in our mall, and I realized the woman I was serving was her. ~~~~~~~~ QUESTION: What happened to Jac LeGoff, Vic Caputo and Ackerman? He went on to host the long running morning show "Kelly and Company" with this wife and on-air personality Marilyn Turner. When he made the transitionfrom news tothe talkformat, Kellywas aratings success. Robert (Wynelle) Turner and Dean (Deborah) Turner. Marilyn is alive and living in Beverley Hills Michigan. She became the spokesperson for Carpet Center. Not to us. It is good to communicate with someone who still cares about Detroit and has good memories. You can read about the show's history, see rare photosand view video clips on my website. It was one of those true strong friendships.. Start your day off right, with a Dayspring Coffee Early in 1972, John Kelly jumped from WJBK-Channel 2 to WXYZ-Channel 7 and became co-anchor opposite Bill Bonds. Couric always has that damn scowl on Kellys family suggests memorials be made to the Michigan Humane Society. After fifteen months of separation and marriage counseling, John and Marilyn patched things up. I met him in person one morning, bringing his vehicle in for an estimate. Kelly was ananchor for popularnews teams at WJBK-TV (Channel 2) and WXYZ. I dont know if it was our sense of humor being similar.. Ann Arbor became the first Michigan city to enter the top 10 of Money magazine's annual ranking of the best places to live in the United States, moving from No. Height. The groom wore a black suit with a gray vest. At first, the, The program was quickly reimagined. According to a 2019 profile by The New York Times, the singer reveals that she was swollen from beatings, in debt, and didn't even take her wigs, she just up and left. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~www.detroithistorical.org* * * * * * * *Sign up now to receive information on all of the exciting exhibits and eventsoffered by the Detroit Historical Society, your complete history resource! Daily Briefing: Republican candidate yet to emerge in race for Michigan U.S. Senate seat; Smokey Robinson's new album and more, WXYZ-TV (Channel 7) reported Sunday afternoon, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. In a highly competitive business where personalities come and go, he was a household fixture. Kelly & Company was the last Detroit-produced, non-news Nearly all of my uncles worked at one of the auto factories or a supporting company. As Detroits premier local talk show, it became a key component of Channel 7s image in the community. She drove a white Rabbit convertible, it was parked in front of the restaurant. Kelly started his Detroit career in 1965 right here at WJBK. It was early morning, he appeared tired but he still had a pleasant look on his face. The suit, filed May 30 in U.S. District Court in Detroit, claims Dean Turner and business associate William Malek persuaded investors to buy promissory notes from a company the pair owned, Lease Equities Inc. The popular sportscaster was swooped up by WXYZ. Kelly (47) had three children from a previous marriage, and Turner (43) was married twice to Dr. Robert Turner and divorced him twice. Who didnt ride the bus back then?We took it everywhere!To work, school, amusement parks, shopping,visit relatives/friends, etc. Iwatched the Tigers contend in playoffsand world series events inyears pastaloneat aFt. Lauderdalesports bar. Something nostalgic for yourself or someone you know. As Detroits premier local talk show, it became a key component of Channel 7s image in the community. Former Detroit TV talk-show host Marilyn Turner filed suit against her son, Dean Turner. I was really surprised to see the information on the Pewabic Pottery and their long time association with Detroit. We warn them of danger, or help them get better, or point them in a direction, or give them a good feeling and even make them nostalgic.. Webis sammy gravano still alive. Copyright 2015 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. When Larry Sands left Detroit for an advertising career, Booth went solo with Fun House, hosting Astro Boy and Marvel Super Hero cartoons with his sidekick Clyde Casual, a moose head that hung on the wall of the Fun House.There's a photo of Jerry Booth and Larry Sands on my website, www.detroitkidshow.com. John was always very open and gave advice, which I followed. Back when the group was being wooed by WXYZ, Hodak initially balked until he was assured Turner would be happy in her new role while he took over as weather caster for the channel. WebFeaturing local celebrities John Kelly and Marilyn Turner, longtime newscasters and h A local Detroit Edison Commercial that aired during the summer of 1985. He was number 1 in my book, so fun to watch. This went on ALL afternoon. Last I had heard they were in Florida. Around 4, she and her friend decided lunch was over, her friend paying. David, dressed in a Roman toga, would wrestle stuffed tigers, power lift phony papier mache pillars and challenge the TV crew to wet mop fights while hosting bad Hercules-type movies. His birth surname was Kelin but he tweaked it to Kelly for his broadcast career, according to friends and family. Sign up now to receive information on all of the exciting, http://www.detroithistorical.org/main/enews.aspx. I find it quite interesting that many of us 'mature' citizens and lovers ofDetroit are now someplace else. Hes now retired and living in a Detroit suburb. Or a place to go when we need to celebrate, recollect or just connect? WebJohn W. Kelly. We surelook forwardto your Newsletters. He always said I was here, I had a great run, I had fun, and when I pass, I want it to be a celebration. He had the old Irish in him and he was always talking about how his life was blessed, and when he passed, he wanted everyone to have a drink and have a celebration.. Her ads appeared on all three Detroit television stations; they were broadcast on local radio stations throughout Detroit; and print ads appeared in local newspapers. NOT GETTING YOUR OWN COPY OF THIS NEWSLETTER. I was working at 220 one summer when she came in for lunch with a friend. Kelly was on the air until the mid to late 90s, according to friend and former colleague Jerry Hodak. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~FROM THE DETROIT MEMORIESEMAIL INBOXOccasionallyI receiveemailsI feel would be of interestto our Detroit Memories Newsletter subscribers. BOOKS * DVDs * POSTERS * MUSIC * FAYGO * BETTER MADE, Broadcast Live, Monday-Friday, 9-11 am, WNZK 690 AM, Detroit. Its a treasure trove for folks worldwide who want to know more about the Detroit rock scene, primarily 1965-1972.I've been to your website many timesand have always found it to be an excellent barometer of the spirit, adventures, and good timesof those who were fortunate enough to experience and enjoythat "scene" and cultural revolution.As the 'Tyler 8-7100 man' would say, "You do good work! false memory or was it on later in the day also? Having been born in 1964, it's tough to nail my research with 100% accuracy;however, I am confident thatmy website isfairly accurate. The Detroit Historical Society describes Kelly & Company, asa "personable, guest-oriented talk show taped in front of a live studio audience. Webis john kelly and marilyn turner still alive. WebMarilyn Turner was born on 02/05/1931 and is 92 years old. Then, later that year (October 1972), Marilyn Turner left WJBK to join the Channel 7 Action News team as a weathercaster five nights a week. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife, three children, six grandchildren and his entire family. In the mid-'50s, Channel 7 had a host who showed mystery movies. I'd be willing to plan it if others are interested.Sincerely,Marcy J. Rosenberg(formerly ofOak Park/West Bloomfield/Oakland County)~~~~~~~~~Eileen's Note: I think it's a terrific idea. * Auto Show memories ** Banks** Bowling Alleys** Car Dealerships** Restaurants, Delis, Bakeries, etc. 2023 Detroit Historical Society. The notes promised a return on the investment, but payments stopped in June 1995. Kelly started his Detroit career in 1965 right here at WJBK. The two hosted Kelly & Company from the mid-1970s until the show Kelly was on the air until the mid to late 90s, Hodak said. Another time, an on-air piece called for an individual to get pied in the face. In Wayne County, starts rose from 218 to 337; in Macomb, from 273 to 426; in Washtenaw, from 114 to 172; and in Livingston, from 101 to 178. Grace and I had a wonderful time at your last reunion in Arizona.Sam & Grace SamborskiSan Diego CA, ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~***GOT QUESTIONS?R DETROIT TV GUYED GOLICKWebmaster of www.DetroitKidShow.comand a vintage Detroit TV show expertIf you have a question youd like Ed to answer, email it to info@detroitmemories.com***, QUESTION:What ever become of John Kelly and Marilyn Turner? Eventually, John and Marilyn had more in common than the anchor desk. He was more than a colleague. (Plus, read the humorous memories of other attendees. TURNER, MARILYN JEAN April 5, 1935 June 30, 2022 After a life full of adventure and dedication to her community, Marilyn passed away peacefully at the age of 87, under the care of the wonderful team a Multiple structures that are part of a resort and yacht club were ablaze on Harsens Island, a small communityin St. Clair County. Let's face it, folks! WebKeith Were it not for John Kelly and Marilyn Turner who hosted 'Kelly & Company', the concept of a Fun-Loving, Married Couple hosting a Daytime Morning Talk Show would never have been a concept at all! So they selected John to throw it and me to get it and he took great delight in it, Hodak said. He got his start in broadcasting as a program director and production manager at a television station in Rockford, Illinois. WebHer death has been confirmed by Sooner Sensations Show Chorus of Sweet Adelines, through an online post. John Kelly, a fixture on WXYZ (Channel 7) news for decades, died Saturday after a long illness, according to family. In the mid 70s, he was hired away by WXYZ along with co-anchor Jac LeGoff and weather caster Marilyn Turner. Kelly & Company was Detroits last locally-produced non-news program when it went off the air. Sadly, there is no room in local TV for people like Bill Kennedy, Lou Gordon, Rita Bell, Milky the Clown and all the other local personalities we grew up with. She had a son from each marriage. The duo also hosted the afternoon program Good Afternoon Detroit for four years. Along with Bill Bonds, Al Ackerman, Marilyn Turner and Jac LeGoff, he was part of the broadcast group that everyone in town wanted to see together on 7. Even the station started to promote their news program that way. The morning show ended a 17-year run in 1995. Kelly married Turner in 1974, according to family. "Company" was cancelled in 1995. Our thoughts are with his wife, Marilyn Turner, and his entire family. Hoping to quell the persistent concerns of their parent ABC network, WXYZ pitched John Kelly the idea for a new type of live, morning program with a studio audience. He was 88. Adding to the atmosphere willbe a dance floor and a DJ to spin the ol' 45s.Attendees are encouraged to dress in '60s style.Admission: $25.00 per personFood and a cash bar anda fabulous time for everyone!Also featured will be a series of performances at the adjacentMacomb Center for Performing Arts,including the Smothers Brothers and Mitch Ryder.Detroit Memories (that'd be me, Eileen) willbe there.More details available as the date approaches.For more information, go to:http://www.lorenzoculturalcenter.com/, ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~PAST ISSUESDETROIT MEMORIES NEWSLETTERS~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~NOT GETTING YOUR OWN COPY OF THIS NEWSLETTER?Subscribe to the Detroit Memories NewsletterPRIVACY POLICY:Your email address will never be sold or distributed to anyone, ever.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~CURRENT SUBSCRIBERSDo we haveyour city and state information?Have you joined a 'Detroiters' group?Do we have the name of the Detroit areahigh school you attended?Update your information by clicking on the preferences linkat the bottom of this email.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~GOT COMMENTS, COMPLIMENTS, QUESTIONSor SUGGESTIONSabout this Newsletter? WebView the profiles of people named Marilyn Turner. (WJBK) - FOX 2 is remembering a Detroit television icon. She shook my hand, and left 2 dimes and a nickel in my palm. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~GOT HISTORY? ARIZONA-DETROITERS PICNIC 2009SUNDAY, APRIL 1912 Noon - 5 PMAhwatukee Recreation Center ~ Main Hall5001 E. Cheyenne DrivePhoenix AZ 85044. WebJohn Kelly & Marilyn Turner Met them at the Historical Museum about 10 days ago. "I wish you the best in your continued efforts.Michael KrawczykThe Motor City Music ArchivesEmail: lux2001@sbcglobal.net~~~~~~~~~Eileens Note: Michaels website contains extensivelist of TheBands andtheir members that were popular back in the'60s and'70s, as well as a webpage devoted to Lost Venues those places where we went to go dancing or to see concerts.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~, Eileen,Just a little noteto say thanks for the memories time and time again. I grew in on the west side of Detroit. Her death has been confirmed by Sooner Sensations Show Chorus of Turner deliverered weather reports on the weekends and cultivated her modeling career during the week. Mickey also worked at WKMH and WJBK where he played the top rock n' roll hits of the day. But nevertheless, it was a good conversation and he reflected a lot of on his life and career.. For almost 20 years they filled the audience on a daily basis, in some cases in the face of horrid weather and (occasionally) a show that was less (than) swell.. Registered: 01-2004 Posted From: 4.229.27.242: Posted on Wednesday, September 06, 2006 - 12:20 pm: Yeah, John and Marilyn had to move down closer to the "yo" if ya know whaddi mean. In the 1970s at the direction of parent company American Broadcasting Company (ABC), WXYZ began an aggressive build-up of local news. She was a regular at all the 80, 90s lunch spots in Birmingham. I was actually in the audience twice that year. As a team player and as an individual, John used his versatility to help build TV-7 into one of the nations most iconic stations. They were Detroits premier Hollywood-style couple. He anchored a show called "The TINA TURNER bids a final farewell to her fans in a touching new film that shows how she has overcome her painful past and finally found happiness.