A sports broadcasting legend Art Eckman who spent more than a decade as 11Alive’s sports director, died last weekend at the age of 81 years old.
Art Eckman started his career after he left Washington State University in 1965, a school where he later was inducted into the Hall of Achievement.
Art Eckman was the first sideline radio broadcaster for KSU football, the school said in a statement, and the school said it mourns his loss. He worked in KSU’s sports communications and administration from 2009-2016.
Art Eckman Wife
Art Eckman was married to his wife Donna Haines Eckman. Details about their marriage were not covered.
Art Eckman children
Art Eckman and his wife had two daughters Christine Eckman and Kara Eckman Mecke.
Art Eckman’s obituary and funeral
Much is not known about Art Eckman’s birth, parents, and siblings.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 3 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 10 at Peachtree Road United Methodist Church, 3180 Peachtree Road, NE, Atlanta, GA 30305.
The family asks that in memory of Eckman’s life instead of flowers, donations can be made to In Community.
Source: Ghanafuo.com
