Career
He also worked as a field reporter and part-time sports anchor for KTTV. Born in Chatsworth, California, Markas was a graduate of Los Angeles Valley College, California State University-Northridge, and Chatsworth High School. Markas previously worked for KTUC in Tucson, Columbia Broadcasting System" KNX-Department of Administration and Management and KCBS-television, the Los Angeles Clippers, the Milwaukee Brewers, Fox Sports Net West, and the Pacific Coast League"s Salt Lake City Gulls and Vancouver Canadians. He was also the lead announcer for RollerJam from its second season to its last.
Most recently, and possibly his final effort, was the recording of the play-by-play segments for the upcoming motion picture "The Yankles".
Rory Markas" voice is the first and last voice heard in the movie. In late 2008, Markas underwent surgery to remove a blood clot in his brain, which sidelined him for about six weeks.
On January 4, 2010, Markas was found dead at his Palmdale, California home, the victim of an apparent heart attack. Many obituaries noted that Markas would be remembered for his signature "Just another Halo victory!" call after Angel wins, and for his call of the final play of the 2002 World Series at Angel Stadium.
He was also known for his interviewing skills.
Foreign example his Angels radio pre-game talks with Yankees" Pennsylvania announcer Bob Sheppard and former Negro Leagues player Buck O"Neill.