Dorie Lenz Obituary, Death – Dorie Lenz, a respected figure in the broadcast industry, has passed away at the age of 101, marking the end of a long and accomplished life. Lenz served as the President of Broadcast Pioneers in 1991 and 1992 and was a longstanding member of the Board of Directors, holding the title of member emeritus at the time of her passing. She was honored as the 1993 Person of the Year and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1999.
Throughout her career, Lenz made significant contributions to the field of broadcasting. She worked in production and as a co-host and host of public affairs and educational programming for Philadelphia’s WPHL-TV Channel 17, Channel 29, and KYW Radio. Her efforts in producing station projects that supported women earned her numerous awards and recognition from various organizations.
In addition to her broadcasting achievements, Lenz was deeply involved in the community, serving on the boards of several organizations in the Delaware Valley. She is fondly remembered for her professionalism, mentorship, and the friendship she offered to many in her field.
Details of memorial arrangements for Dorie Lenz are currently pending. For those interested, her biography is available on the Broadcast Pioneers website, published in 2010.