Ron (RC) Coleman was raised on a golf course and began playing golf at the age of five. He won his first junior event at the ripe age of seven. After a successful junior golf career, he attended the University of Houston on a golf scholarship in 1963-66 where he met Carole and married her … Read more
David “DJ” Jackson was born in Bremerton, WA on November 26, 1949 and passed away at the age of 72 in Allen, WA on December 13, 2021. Here is Kevin Bishop’s tribute to our dear friend and lifelong golf professional. Dave grew up in the Seattle area and the Harbor area, spending summers at their summer home … Read more
We are saddened to report that Bruce Weir, PGA Life Member from Lake Stevens, WA passed away on December 31, 2022 at age 70. Bruce was elected to PGA Membership in 1993 and most recently worked at Cascade Golf Course (2003-2015).
Don’s son, Michael Bails, writes: It’s with great sadness that I announce the passing of my father, Donald Bails. He was 89 years old. He transitioned to hospice care at home and soon afterward as an inpatient. I was his primary caregiver at home which, although challenging, was a blessing too. I was fortunate enough … Read more
We are saddened to report that Richard Giroux of American Lake Veterans GC passed away on May 5, 2021. He was 70 years old. Rick was a member of the Pacific Northwest Section for his whole PGA career. Golfers will also remember him from his time at Brookdale GC, Twin Lakes G&CC, Linden G&CC, Meadow … Read more
We were just informed that John William Ostrander passed away on April 9, 2021 at age 70. He worked at various golf clubs in Central Washington as a Golf Professional from 1974 to 2005 and will be dearly missed. Obituary: https://columbiabasinherald.com/news/2021/apr/15/john-william-ostrander