Background
Marr, David Francis was born on December 27, 1933 in Houston, Texas, United States. Son of David Francis and Grace Anne (Darnell) Marr.
announcer journalist professional golfer
Marr, David Francis was born on December 27, 1933 in Houston, Texas, United States. Son of David Francis and Grace Anne (Darnell) Marr.
Student, Rice U., 1950-1951; student, University Houston, 1951-1952.
Professional golfer, since 1953; tour player, 1960-1972; part-time tour player, since 1973; golf announcer, ABC Sports, 1970-1991; golf announcer, British Broadcasting Corporation Sports, since 1992; golf announcer, NBC Sports, since 1995. Director Nabisco-Dinah Shore Tournament, 1981-1986.
Member Professional Golfers Association (national champion 1965, Player of Year 1965), American Federation of television and Radio Artists. Clubs: Lochinvar Golf (Houston). Houston City; Champions Golf (Houston).
Brae-Burn Country; Loch Lomond (Scotland).
Married Caroline Elizabeth Dawson, September 25, 1972. Children by previous marriage: Elizabeth Son of, David Francis III, Anthony J.