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Art was born Arthur M. Marple, Jr. on December 11, 1932 in Philadelphia, Pa. He
graduated from Upper Darby High School in 1950. In 1955, he came to Chester
County and worked for WCOJ Radio in Coatesville. He was the "Voice of Chester
County" for over 40 years. Art was well known for broadcasting high school
sports, Little League Baseball, but most of all, he was deeply dedicated to the
West Chester University football program. He was also known for broadcasting
and announcing the Immaculata Girls Basketball team "The Mighty Macs" where
they went to the championship game twice under the coaching of Cathy Rush. He
was a member of the Golden Rams Booster Club and received an Honorary Award
from the Golden Rams. Due to failing health, Art retired in 1996 and died on July
31, 2005.
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