Beasley Media Group is saddened by the sudden tragic passing of Leroy Firestone. According to the Manatee County Sheriffs Office, Leroy was fatally injured while standing on a ladder performing maintenance on the hydraulics of a garbage truck. He succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene by EMS.”

Leroy Firestone was also known as “Leroy Van Zant”. A gentle giant, he was a beloved member of the Stan and Haney Show and the 96k-Rock family from 2003-2008.

Lee was a fun-loving guy with a great sense of humor. He will be dearly missed.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this tragic time.