Roy Simmons, III

I am glad to have known Roy and worked with him at iHeart Media Chicago Region. I'm sad to lose a friend with whom I shared experiences and insights on the radio broadcasting business. I will miss him! May he rest in peace and may his family find comfort.

Roy was not only a valued colleague, he was my friend. We shared a love of radio engineering and rock and roll music. He was always there to help troubleshoot and fix issues with the many radio stations he kept on the air, or share a joke with me. I will miss him every day. My heart goes out to Mary and his family. Karen Chapin

Roy was not only a valued colleague, he was my friend. I will miss him every day. My heart goes out to Mary and his family.

Roy was a partner in our business at AMS. Although we did not spend a great deal of time together as we worked in completely different parts of our business, He was a good leader and a great helper. One of my favorite memories with Roy was at one of those golf outings. You know, the kind where 4 people from your business go out and play best-ball... even if you suck at golf. Roy, like myself, had a big very wide foot. Every time we'd get on the green, Roy would pull the flag and step right on the hole, creating a softer edge and a little bit of a funnel effect. I've never seen anyone else do that. What a fun guy. He will be missed. I hope that time heals the pain for the family and the great memories of Roy are with them forever.

Roy was more than just a colleague—he was a great friend and an incredible engineer. Working alongside him at iHeart was both an honor and a privilege. We shared so many great conversations over lunch, talking about everything from work to life, and I’ll always cherish those moments. His passion for radio was undeniable, but even more than that, he loved his family deeply and spoke about them often. His kindness, humor, and generosity made a lasting impact on everyone who knew him. Rest in peace, my friend.