During his life he had many accomplishments. Troy graduated from American Technological University with a Masters in Science in 1981. He was a Battalion Signal Captain in the United States Army and was Honorably Discharged on Sept 5, 1973. Cpt. Deneke was assigned to MAC SOG in March 1970- March 1971 and was associated with the” Voice of Freedom “ in Saigon, Vietnam March 1971.
He had an amazing voice and personality that would make him successful throughout the 40 years he spent in radio and sales. In the mid 1970’s, Troy developed the persona of “The Godfather of Soul” as he hosted the music as the disc jockey at the 440 Light Company in Killeen, Texas.
Troy wore many hats during his radio career in Central Texas. From being a disc jockey, a salesman, General Manager and Sales Manager. He worked with many of the major stations including: KIXs AM and FM, KOOV,KTEM/KPLE, MIX 106, 107.3 THE FOX, 92.3 KIIZ. One of Troy’s accomplishments in radio was, in 1993 he was recruited to become the General Manager and Sales Manager at a new radio station that went on the air in Central Texas. He was asked to create a “new” format for an FM radio station at 106.3 on the dial. Then in the summer of 1993, “MIX 106” quickly became the number one station in the Killeen/Temple metro area and drew the highest ratings for women that have ever been seen in this market, still to this date.
Troy was not just a businessman. He was very much involved in all aspects of his family. His time with his grandchildren was very special. They laughed a lot and spent much of their time playing poker, going for walks at the park, singing, getting Golden Chick and donuts, reading stories, and eating popcorn while watching Turner Classic movies. He was also a great advisor to his children when it came to over- coming obstacles. His favorite thing to say was,” This to shall pass and it’s going to get better.” He was also great at making his weekly calls to check-in on his daughter and son-in-law. Normally starting the conversation off by singing, “ I love you, a bushel and a peck…”. Troy was a dedicated husband to his loving wife for 23 years. They had their own love language when it came to loving and living the simple life. Leaving little love notes with her morning coffee or just asking her, “Have I told you today how much I love you?” All of these little things and sayings will be missed so much, but never forgotten.
He is preceded in death by his father Robert E Deneke, mother Mavis Walker Deneke, son Marc F. Deneke. He is survived by his wife Myra Deneke of Harker Heights, Texas, daughter Heather Rhodes and husband Dustin Rhodes of Nolanville, Texas, daughter Cory Collier of Sierra Blanca, Texas. 3 Grandchildren, Phylamina Rhodes of Gainesville, Georgia, Hayden and Zoe Rhodes of Nolanville, Texas.
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