Dana, one of Phoenix’s most popular news anchors, died at the age of 80. He passed away on Tuesday, April 19.
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According to his son Joe, he developed an infection after breaking his hip in January, and his condition deteriorated after several weeks in the hospital.
Dana worked for the outlets KSAZ, KPNX, and Channel 5 before retiring in 2011.
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Joe told The Arizona Republic: “I think he always felt like local TV news was a very unique way to connect the community, to bring people together.”
Dozens of tributes have been paid to the news anchor.
Kate Gallego, the mayor of Phoenix, said: “Generations of Phoenicians have been touched by local broadcast legend Kent Dana.
“Our hearts are with the Dana family. We cherish the fond memories over the years, and celebrate his legacy.”
12 News anchor Mark Curtis said: “Our hearts are broken tonight with the news that longtime 12news anchor Kent Dana has passed away. Sending love and strength to his family.”
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