Decades. He started with russ hodges in 1958 when the giants moved to San Francisco. Today, the booth is named in their honor. Simmons also called games for the oakland as for 15 years and spent 26 seasons announcings for the 49ers. Tonight all three teams have responded. The 49ers Organization Says it is honored lon simmons played such role in our history. The as said his humility and humor made him loved which makes today a sad day for fans around the world. And the giants said the teams family and Sports Community lost a through gentleman this morning when hall of fame broadcaster lon simness peacefully passed away. Fans are also sharing their sentiments sentiments. You dont hear voices like that no more. Sad to say. The gigs who commentate on the games today they dont have that i dont know that pizazz. I know he is up there in the great giants broadcasting booth up in the sky watching down on all the future giants games. Simmons was inductsed into the National Baseball hall of fame