Wisconsin morning news anchor and college basketball player died at age 27 in an apparent suicide.

WAOW anchor Nina Pacholke's death leaves her family and colleagues shocked

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She was remembered for his infectious smile and happy-go-lucky behaviour.

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the entire team of News9 is completely devastated by the defeat as we know there are many others too. ”

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Pacholke, who grew up in Tampa and played basketball for the University of South Florida

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Pacholke's last post on Twitter was a retweet about author John Gordon's positivity and believing that it is yet to come.

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The Co-anchor of News9 and Pacholke also cited Pacholke's smile and bubbly personality in the tribute.

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Caitlyn Pacholke said her younger sister has the talent to make people feel special and important

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