The Toronto Maple Leafs family is mourning the loss of their legendary public address announcer, Paul Morris, who has passed away at the age of 86.
Morris, who spent an incredible 38 years with the team, died on Thursday in Ontario after battling a long illness.
A Career Spanning Nearly Four Decades with the Leafs
Morris was a staple in the Leafs’ organization, beginning his career in the sound department before transitioning to public address announcing.
He became the voice of the Maple Leafs during their last Stanley Cup win in 1967, when they defeated the Montreal Canadiens.
Morris was only the second PA announcer in the team’s history and remained a constant presence at Leafs games until his retirement after the 1998-99 season. Andy Frost succeeded him in the role.
A Legacy that Will Never Be Forgotten
In a 2016 interview with the Toronto Star, Morris reflected on his time with the team, saying, “I’m proud of it. I enjoyed having done it. It was a great job.”
His voice became synonymous with Leafs games, and he witnessed countless historic moments over his decades-long career.
The Toronto Maple Leafs shared a heartfelt tribute on social media, saying, “Paul never missed a game from 1961 to 1999.
He called the first game at the Gardens and was the first voice at Scotiabank Arena.”
The team continued, “More than an announcer, Paul was part of Leafs’ history. His voice and legacy will forever echo in Leafs Nation.”
Remembering a Family Man
Morris leaves behind his wife Marion, whom he was married to for 52 years.
His passing marks the end of an era for the Maple Leafs, but his contributions to the team’s history will not be forgotten.
His voice will live on in the memories of fans and in the history of the team he so dearly loved.
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