(KOIN) Mike Donahue, who became one of the most trusted journalists ever in Portland during a 44-year career with KOIN 6 News, has died, his family confirmed. He was 77.
He died following a lengthy battle with pancreatic cancer and was with his family to the end.
Mike Donahue’s career at KOIN began in 1968 with a story about the formation of the Oregon DEQ. It ended in 2012 when he announced his retirement on a noon newscast.
August 26, 2023 at QZVX
John Fortmeyer says:
I have been privileged to get to know Mike as a friend since he and his wife Susan — who also died only months ago — moved from Portland to here in Newberg a few years ago. He was a remarkable man, loved by thousands in this part of the Northwest. He showed kindness, humility , integrity and professionalism in all he did. He was also well known and admired in the local Christian community for his deep and sincere faith. He will be missed!
August 26, 2023 at QZVX
John Sherman says:
Such a descent and genuine man who definitely left this world a little better off because he was in it.