Columbus radio and community leader Brian Waters dies. Funeral arrangements set
Brian Waters, who for decades was a successful voice in the Columbus radio industry and a servant leader in the Chattahoochee Valley community, has died.
Waters died Jan. 28 at Columbus Hospice “after a courageous battle with cancer,” says his obituary on the McMullen Funeral Home and Crematory website. He was 60.
His funeral service was scheduled for 3 p.m. Feb. 2 in the McMullen chapel, 3874 Gentian Blvd., preceded by visitation with the family at 1:30 p.m. A procession to Parkhill Cemetery was to follow.
Waters worked for over 35 years in the radio business, including these local stints:
- From 1994-2009, he was operations manager for Clear Channel Radio, comprising stations in Columbus, Albany and Newnan.
- From 2009-2018 for PMB Broadcasting, he was program director, music director and morning show host at 103.7 Lite FM and Classic Rock 105.5.
“Brian’s leadership in the industry is distinguished by a history of superior ratings, team building and mentoring,” his obituary says.
His voice was heard internationally in promotions for clients such as DC Comics, Washington Golf Show, the Virginia Lottery, the Washington Capitals, Bojangles, Denny’s, Chevrolet, Jeep/Ram, Dodge, Volkswagen and The Price is Right stage show.
Waters taught an audio communication class at Auburn University.
His community service included being a board member and president of Paws Humane Society, creating the Barks and Blues Concert Series as an annual fundraiser. He also served on the board of MidTown Inc.
Waters emceed at events and venues throughout the Chattahoochee Valley, such as the Steeplechase, the MidTown Mingle and the Phenix City Amphitheater.
After he left the radio industry in 2019, Waters worked as an advertising account executive for OnMedia. He became a top sales producer for the company.
Comments written on his obituary page reflect the positive impact Waters made. Among them:
- “I am so saddened by Brian’s passing,” wrote Teresa Whitaker. “Such a sweet and fun guy. I got to know him when my station partnered with PMB. I loved serving at Barks and Blues with him. He was very gracious with his time. I was honored to have been among those he shared his special ribs with! He will be missed.”
- “Brian’s light was always bright, even in bad times,” wrote Nadie Martin. “I met Brian many years ago when I had the opportunity to visit the studio at PMB promoting the American Heart Association Heart Raffle. Brian with his colleagues made such a difference with our annual event. He will be missed and remembered for his kind heart and professional support.”
- “Neighbor and friend,” wrote Dan Ginter. “He was a remarkable person with his many contributions to the community. I’m sorry that he suffered, but he will suffer no more. Rest in peace my friend.”
This story was originally published January 31, 2026 at 6:49 PM.
