June 28th 2pm-4pm

We will be celebrating the life of the unforgetable Mark Robertson.

 Mark’s voice was a familiar and comforting presence on the radio.  Beginning his career in 1977 after moving from Brooklyn, New York, he  built an extraordinary 48-year run on air, becoming a beloved fixture in  Savannah and beyond. As a host of 98.7 The River, alongside co-hosts at  different times, Sandy and Sherry, he was a steady companion to  listeners during their daily commutes, known for his quick wit, warmth,  and unmistakable personality.

Broadcasting was more than a  profession to Mark—it was a lifelong dream that began in childhood,  listening to a transistor radio and imagining a future behind the  microphone. That dream became a legacy measured not just in years, but  in the lives he touched.

Beyond the airwaves, Mark was deeply  committed to helping others. His annual “Christmas Wish” program raised  nearly $1 million for families affected by cancer, bringing comfort and  joy during the holidays. He also supported pet organizations, helped  reunite lost pets with their owners, and never hesitated to lend his  voice to a good cause.

Mark retired in 2025 after nearly five  decades on the air. Shortly thereafter, he was diagnosed with stage four  pancreatic cancer, facing his illness with the same quiet strength and  grace that defined his life.

He will be remembered for his  generosity, his unusual wit and humor, and his genuine kindness. Whether  on the radio or in everyday life, Mark had a rare ability to make  people feel like they knew him—and that he cared.