Des Moines Sports Radio Host Mourns Father's Passing

Sean Roberts shares news of his father Rick's death with listeners

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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Sean Roberts, the afternoon host of 'Off the Bench' on Des Moines sports radio station KXnO, shared the news on Monday of his father Rick's passing on Saturday night. Roberts, a Chicago native, played baseball at Grand View University and has worked at KXnO since 2014.

Why it matters

The sports community in Des Moines has rallied around Roberts during this difficult time, offering condolences and support as he grieves the loss of his father.

The details

Roberts, who has built a following as a sports radio personality in Des Moines, shared the news of his father's passing with his listeners on Monday. Roberts said he knows his 'dad would have wanted me to do it' in reference to continuing his radio show duties.

  • Rick Roberts passed away on Saturday night.
  • Sean Roberts shared the news of his father's passing with listeners on Monday.

The players

Sean Roberts

The afternoon host of 'Off the Bench' on Des Moines sports radio station KXnO, who is mourning the loss of his father.

Rick Roberts

The father of Sean Roberts, who passed away on Saturday night.

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What they’re saying

“dad would have wanted me to do it”

— Sean Roberts, Radio Host (KXnO)

The takeaway

The sports community in Des Moines has rallied around Sean Roberts during this difficult time, demonstrating the power of community support and empathy in the face of personal tragedy.