A Whitehall broadcaster known for his love of radio and sprots, Michael “Gilby” Gilbertson died Nov. 20. He was 66.
According to his obituary, Gilbertson started his radio career at WISM in Eau Claire doing play-by-play. His love for radio continued with on air positions with stations in Eau Claire, Oshkosh, and Whitehall. He also was part of a sports program with Hayes Callaghan for WQOW-TV in Eau Claire in the early ‘90’s.
Gilbertson was employed twice by WHTL radio. His most recent stint with WHTL lasted eight years as host of the Morning Ride. He also participated in sales, writing, and social media for the station.
With a love for baseball, Gilbertson was involved in setting up and playing for local teams, and coaching a variety of youth sports.
Memorial services will be held on Dec. 2 at 11 a.m. in Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Whitehall, with visitation on Dec. 1 from 4-7 p.m. and one hour prior to the service at the church on Tuesday.
