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PITTSBURGH — A longtime WPXI reporter and anchor has passed away.
DeHaven “Dee” Thompson died Thursday at his home. He was 84.
Thompson joined the WPXI team in 1974, initially starting as a sports reporter but eventually transitioned to news. He retired in 2009.
Thompson is survived by his two daughters and two grandchildren.
A memorial visitation is planned for May 17 from 6-8 p.m. at the Saul-Gabauer Funeral Home on Route 68 in Rochester.
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