The Louisville community is heartbroken over the sudden passing of Joe Kelly, known to many as ‘That Boys Good’ on social media and the vibrant co-host of Wake Up 502 on Main Event Sports Radio.
His death has deeply affected his family, friends, and fans in the city.
Joe Kelly wasn’t just a radio personality but he was also a passionate advocate for Louisville, particularly when it came to the Cardinals.
As a co-host on Wake Up 502, Joe brought his signature energy, bold opinions, and deep love for sports to every episode.
Whether he was dissecting the latest Louisville basketball game or sharing his enthusiasm for hip-hop, his presence was magnetic, earning him a loyal following.
His Twitter bio showed who he truly was, -:
“I was born the son of a lawless man. enjoy every sandwich. I’m good. same @ new site, get that code and holla at yer boy, me. TBG”
The News of Joe Kelly’s Death was Shared by his Close Friend and Wake Up 502 Host
Raashaan Myers, in a moving social media post:
“It is with an extremely heavy heart that I say goodbye to an amazing friend and partner Joe Kelly, also lovingly known as @ThatBoysGood here on Twitter. A proud member of the Wake Up 502 and Main Event Sports family for the last several years has sadly passed away and he will be missed without measure. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his mom and all his family and friends on this very difficult day. Your joyful and beautiful spirit as well as relentless friendship will be sorely missed my brother. I love you.”
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Friends and fans alike have taken to social media to express their sadness and share memories of Joe.
Matt McGavic, a close friend, wrote,
“Joe was a great friend of mine, loved all things Louisville, and was someone who wasn’t afraid to speak his mind (regardless what it was).”
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Others shared personal stories, with one friend noting they were “blessed to hang with him a few weeks back 1 last time” and cherished their growing friendship.
“R.I.P Joe
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you’ll be greatly missed , I was blessed to hang with him a few weeks back 1 last time , and blessed to have gotten to grow our friendship outside of twitter over the last couple years , we’ll hold it down from here brother. Go Cards !”
Joe was a Grillmaster, Hip-hop Fan, and a Great Guy who Lived Life Fully
Joe was known as a “resident grillmaster,” a hip-hop aficionado, and an all-around good guy who lived life to the fullest.
His ability to connect with people, push boundaries, and bring joy to those around him made him a beloved figure in Louisville.
As Mark Ennis put it,
“He pushed people out of their comfort zones… he lived his whole life and half the life he should’ve.”
Joe Kelly’s cause of death is unknown, but the love and support from the community reflect his significant impact.
Joe’s laughter and loyalty to the Louisville Cardinals will be remembered by everyone who knew him. His legacy will live on in their hearts.
As the Louisville community mourns, fans and friends are committed to keeping Joe’s spirit alive.
one friend wrote,
“Hate hearing this and wish it weren’t true. He’s going to be missed. Rest easy Joe and Go Cards buddy.”
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A friend mentioned Joe’s strong passion for his team. His work with Wake Up 502 and his lively personality will always be remembered.
Rest in peace, Joe Kelly. Your voice, your laughter, and your love for Louisville will echo forever in the hearts of those you touched.
