Radio host Rob Dempsey has died.
The HisAir network reported Dempsey went into cardiac arrest shortly after being hospitalised for emergency surgery.
The news comes just days after Dempsey revealed he was diagnosed with bladder cancer in a Facebook post on October 15.
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News of the Christian radio host's death was also shared on His Radio's Rob and Lizz in the Morning show.
"He always had us laughing," the radio hosts said, according to multiple U.S. publications.
"His finger prints are all over this place. He was not just a boss, he was a leader, an encourager. He made such an impact to the in the community and to Greenville."
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The news comes just days after Dempsey revealed he was diagnosed with bladder cancer. (Instagram / Rob Dempsey Radio)They added: "We lost him but heaven gained such an incredible person."
"He's celebrating with Jesus."
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On October 21, Dempsey shared on his Instagram page that he was in hospital for surgery on his left kidney.
"It's so overcrowded at this hospital that will be in hallway. Nothing you can do, but the care from these nurses and doctors are wonderful." he wrote.
When he shared news of his cancer diagnosis, he said doctors told him it was ''aggressive". (Facebook / Rob Dempsey)When he shared news of his cancer diagnosis on Facebook, he said doctors told him it was ''aggressive" but he was "at peace today knowing God is in control".
"A big thank you to all who have been praying for me. I saw the report today. I have bladder cancer and it looks aggressive," he said.
"Thankfully I'm at peace today knowing God is in control. The days ahead will be tough and that's ok. I am determined to be a dad there for his kids.
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"I'm determined to be that grandpa who will watch them grow up, graduate and get married. I want to grow old with my wife who has been a rock through all of this junk."
He added: "I've watched a few videos of people who have survived this and even have new bladders! Things look hopeful."
The radio star is survived by his wife, kids and grandchildren.
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