HUNTSVILLE, AL. (THECOUNT) — Allen Stroud, news reporter for Huntsville WAFF, has died, the station reported Monday evening.

Stroud, whose age was not provided, passed away after a battle with lung cancer, according to reports.

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“He was more than a news reporter. He was a friend…to everyone he met,” said the station.

Allen passed away Sunday following his fight with stage 4 lung cancer. To no one’s surprise, Allen stayed positive and upbeat throughout his brave battle, according to WAFF.

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Geo quick facts: Huntsville is a city in the Appalachian region of northern Alabama. It is the county seat of Madison County but extends west into neighboring Limestone County and south into Morgan County. It was founded in 1805 and became an incorporated town in 1811 – Wikipedia.