We are saddened to report that Robert Bruce Clark of Beaverton, Oregon passed away on Saturday, February 26, 2022. He was 80 years old and a longtime PGA Member. He had worked at Forest Hills GC, Rock Creek CC and Orenco Woods GC in the 1960’s and 70’s and was a member of the Cimarron … Read more
We are saddened to announce the passing of PGA Member Don Smith of Tigard, Oregon on April 20, 2022. He was 94 years old. Don began his golf career while still in high school, working under the tutelage of Larry Lamberger at Portland Golf Club where he served for 15 years. He became head professional … Read more
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