Jim McKay, born James Kenneth McManus the world famous sports broadcaster passed on June 7th, 2008, Jim was 86.
Jim married Margaret Dempsey in October 1948. The McKay's would have celebrated their 60th anniversary this year.
Jim and Margaret have two children Mary Edwina, and Sean Joseph.
Arthur Godfrey a good friend of Jim's once told him to talk to one camera, and one person while on the air. The person that Jim picked was the love of his life Margaret.
Jim McKay served in the U.S. Navy from 1943-46; he was a reporter, and sports commenter, for CBS-TV until 1960. He was the commentator for Wide World of Sports from 1960-80.
Jim will be remembered for his coverage of the Olympic games in 1972, he also received thirteen Emmy Awards.
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