January 12th, 2012 by WCBC Radio

Gary Ferguson Nash, better known in the greater Cumberland area as Gary Kirtley has passed away. Kirtley was a popular DJ on Cumberland radio in the 1970’s and 80’s and was considered a pioneer in some aspects in local broadcasting with his push for a more rock’n’roll programming. One of his many co-workers during his local broadcasting career was Bob Heidy who tells WCBC News that in addition to his skills as DJ, Kirtley, it’s his sense of humor that he’ll remember most…