96.3 WHUR RADIO LEGEND PATRICK ELLIS HOSPITALIZED FOR TREATMENT OF THE CORONAVIRUSÂ
Local radio legend and the longtime host of 96.3 WHUR-FM’s #1 rated Gospel Spirit Show Patrick Ellis has been hospitalized for treatment of complications from the coronavirus.Â
Like millions across the city, country, and globe, Ellis too has been fighting COVID-19 and is being treated at a local hospital. “While his family and colleagues remain hopeful that he will recover from this virus, we are calling on the community to lift Ellis up in prayer,” said WHUR General Manager Sean Plater.
Ellis has been the dominating radio voice on Sundays from 6am to 11am for over 40 years. His philanthropic efforts at the Radio Station and in the community have helped feed thousands, provided care for substance addicted babies, and assisted in building a
Ellis’ family issued the following statement:
Patrick is a fighter and we remain hopeful that he will return to the job he loves and has cheri
