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Memories and Condolences
for Deane Mercier
Phil Kurze
October 21, 2008
To the Mercier Family-
Everyone at Whelen wishes to extend their condolences, thoughts and prayers. I was fortunate enough to spend many moments with Deane at the track and talk about modifieds and the future of the Whelen Tour. I will miss him very much but I also celebrate his life and I am grateful for the wonderful times we spent together.
Adam Higgins
October 15, 2008
My condolences to the Mercer family. Deane's voice will always be something that I hear at any race. Since moving aways from CT, I have attended several local race tracks here in NC. I always imagine the sights and SOUNDS of Stafford Speedway. Whether it's the sound of Deane's voice or the familiar introductory playing of "Shaft." Thanks for all of the memories. I will do my part to make sure future generations don't get caught up in the commercialization of these events. Deane delivered the "small-town" atmosphere every Friday night and will surely be missed. We, as fans, shared a perspective and loved him for who he was. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Mercier family--you are in my thoughts from miles away.
Kim Burgess
October 10, 2008
To the Mercier Family,
Deane was truly a wonderful, genuine, down-to-earth person. I knew I could always look foward a warm friendly greeting on the nights I was singing the National Anthem or just stopping in to say hello. He truly will be missed by myself and the rest of the racing community. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mark Edwards
October 10, 2008
Deane, it was great have known you as a friend and to have worked with you as fellow broadcasters. From studio work to HS football games, it was always fun. I will miss you.
Sadly though, tremendous talent that was unfortunately underutilized. What a set of pipes. May he rest in peace.
Bob Lasprogato
October 10, 2008
Deane was a real radio talent. We worked together at a couple of stations, and when I was PD at WREF in Ridgefield, Deane was my afternoon drive personality. I always enjoyed his company. Deane, say "hello" to all our other radio friends in that control room in the sky.
Mike Colby
October 9, 2008
Having the pleasure announcing "The Cowboy's in the Building" (a catch phrase that stuck and caught on with the listeners) on saturday nights when Deane followed me on WEBE-108.
NASCAR races were always fun with Deane because everyone knew him and he wasn't hard to spot with his trademark Cowboy hat (which he had a few).
Deane will be missed.
"The Cowboy's Left the Building"
mj ligouri
October 9, 2008
Deane,
Cowboy, What can I say? Thank you for all the laughs, dinners across the console and being LATE for your shift with a coffee for me in hand!!! LOL
You always had something amusing to say....and always had my back!
Time for that final station break......
Thanks for all the memories 'lil darlin'... you'll be missed!
John Cizik
October 9, 2008
One of the best friends a person could have. Thanks for the good times, the great memories, and the milk & cookies...
Mario Fiore
October 8, 2008
Long time friend and just a real great person. Will certainly be missed by all of the racing community.
Tony Leckey
October 8, 2008
As good a friend and colleague as Deane was, he was an even better person. Godspeed my friend you will be sorely missed.
FRANK DERAK
October 8, 2008
FROM A FELLOW BROADCASTER, CARRY ON IN HEAVEN, DEANE. SAY HI TO THE MANY OTHERS WHO HAVE GONE BEFORE US. IT WAS GREAT WORKING WITH YOU. TIME NOW FOR A HEAVENLY STATION BREAK. TAKE IT AWAY DEANE MERCIER.
October 8, 2008
To His Family,
Deane was always a pleasure to work with, a great announcer too. He will be missed.
Storm N. Norman
WEBE108
Dave Meredith
October 8, 2008
Deane's voice will be missed but not as much as the man will be. I Will miss one of the nicer guys in broadcasting and autoracing. Thanks for the memories my friend.
Dave Meredith
Stratford, CT
Lisa Pignatare
October 8, 2008
Deane was a great mentor/ teacher. I had the honor of working with him at Stafford Motor Speedway and at www.longislandmotorsports.com. He will truly be missed.
Joe and Linda Brady
October 8, 2008
God Speed Deane you will be missed. Another Angel has been created.
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