Harry later bought them out.
In 2008, the same year Pappas retired, 13 of his stations filed for bankruptcy protection.
New World TV Group later acquired most of them.
Harry J. Pappas in 2004Mannie Garcia/Getty Images
Harry Pappaswas inducted into Broadcasting and Cables Hall of Fame.
He is survived by his wife of 50-plus years, Stella.
He is also survived by his son John, daughter Mary Katherine, and her fiance Anthony.
