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Bill Mercer, DFW Sports Broadcasting Icon, Dies at 99

3/24/2025

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Bill Mercer, the revered "Godfather of DFW sports broadcasting," passed away on March 23, 2025, at the age of 99 from an aortic aneurysm. His remarkable career included covering historic events like the JFK assassination and being the inaugural voice of the Texas Rangers. A dedicated educator at the University of North Texas, Mercer leaves behind a legacy celebrated with numerous Hall of Fame accolades.

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Bill Mercer, the revered "Godfather of DFW sports broadcasting," passed away on March 23, 2025, at the age of 99 from an aortic aneurysm. His remarkable career included covering historic events like the JFK assassination and being the inaugural voice of the Texas Rangers. A dedicated educator at the University of North Texas, Mercer leaves behind a legacy celebrated with numerous Hall of Fame accolades.