Gray Executive Dies Suddenly

Former WGEM (Quincy, IL) Anchor Lesley Swick Van Ness died Monday in Naples, Fla.

After leaving the anchor desk, Van Ness moved to talent acquisition for Quincy Media and then Gray Television.

Jennifer Dale, VP of Recruiting at Gray Television, released the following statement:

“It is with a very heavy heart that we share some devastating news with you. Lesley Van Ness, who we have been so fortunate to have as part of the Gray family, passed away this (Monday) morning. Lesley had been on vacation with her beautiful family in Florida when she fell ill and was hospitalized last Thursday. Lesley and her husband Tom have two precious young boys. Please keep all of them in your prayers. We will keep everyone posted on arrangements.”

Van Ness was just 42 years old.