Jim Leahy Obituary, Voice of Hawaii Sports

May 2024 · 2 minute read

According to those close to the family, Jim Leahey, 80, who was an articulate and constant voice synonymous with Hawaii sportscasting for nearly 60 years, passed away this morning after a protracted illness.

Leahey worked as a teacher before switching to a career in sports broadcasting, most notably at Campbell High School.

He continued to instruct informally, serving as a role model for a number of aspiring sports writers in Hawaii.

On Facebook Darrick Branch shared sad tributes

RIP in Heaven where all the great broadcasters go who touched the lives of so many by lending their voice and spirit to sports and elevating it to new heights. Jim Leahy, you will live on not just in the loved ones you leave behind and in the highlights of so many great sports moments, but also in the hearts you’ve influenced just being you. Your voice and love for sports raised the level of Hawaii Sports Broadcasting to heights never before seen as the voice and energy behind so many Championship and memorable moments. We will cherish those movements even more now. God Bless and Prayers to the Leahy family.

Obituary And Burial Arrangements

The funeral arrangements will be revealed by the family. The family and loved ones will share details about the obituary, funeral, and life celebration at the appropriate time. We will do our best to keep you updated on them.

Our heartfelt condolences go out to the deceased’s family and friends, who have been struggling with the loss of such an intelligent and compassionate individual.

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