A PAUSE FOR REMEMBRANCE
Today, we pause and express our love and appreciation for another great Arkansan. Having just lost our great LT. Governor Win Rockerfeller, we now suffer the loss of one of the greatest men ever associated with Arkansas Sports. Paul Eells had become one of the most loved and respected people in the state. Last night, his life was taken in a tragic auto accident on I-40 near Russellville Ar. I had the privelege of meeting Paul on two occassions. Back in the late 80's i took Bob Lilly to channel 7 for an interview with Paul. Bob Lilly was a star himself having established a brillant career with the Dallas Cowboys and was here as a guest speaker at Central Arkansas Christian school. Sadly enough another great sports announcer for the Razorbacks, Bud Campbell lost his life in a similar situation in Little Rock. I also visited with Paul when Jeff Wingfield was with Cannnel 7. I still have the picture Paul gave me on that visit.
I don't believe Paul Eells can be replaced. Sure someone will take his place, but there was something about Paul that unless you are a real hog fan you know what i mean. "TOUCHDOWN ARKANSAS, OH MY."