To his family, he was Alberto Calvo, but to thousands of his radio fans, his name was Alberto Alegre.

"Every radio station he's ever worked in throughout Texas, he's always brought the ratings up," said Alejandro Calvo, his son. "He's had proclamations in El Paso for his own day. He's had a proclamation in Houston for all of his efforts."

played a major role in the successes of many big names such as La Mafia, Emilio Navaira, and even Selena. He has also won several awards in his lifetime.

He won the title of best "Spanish Format Personality of the Year" winning the prestigious Marconi Radio Award. He also hosted the Tejano Music Awards twice, but what he was most known for was his service to others.

"He had such a huge heart," said Alan Calvo, his other son. "The heart of a bull. He was so sensitive. He just did not like the underdog to not be known."

"Being a person like that who is humble and still helps the community out despite his celebrity status," said Alejandro.