About Davis Love, Jr.
Lived 1935 – 1988 (aged 53). Davis Love, Jr. was an American golfer.
Davis Milton Love Jr. (September 19, 1935 – November 14, 1988) was an American professional golfer. He finished tied for sixth place in the 1969 Open Championship and was the father of tour pro Davis Love III.
Love played college golf at the University of Texas in Austin under head coach Harvey Penick and spent most of his professional career as a golf pro and teaching professional.
Love was among four killed in a private plane crash while approaching Jacksonville International Airport through fog. He was inducted into the Georgia Golf Hall of Fame in 1991.
Professional wins this list may be incomplete 1962 Carolinas PGA Championship 1964 Carolinas Open 1968 Georgia PGA Championship 1973 Georgia PGA Championship
Results in major championships
CUT = missed the half-way cut "T" indicates a tie for a place
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Davis Love, Jr.?
golfer (1935-1988)
When was Davis Love, Jr. born?
Davis Love, Jr. was born on 19 September 1935.
When did Davis Love, Jr. die?
Davis Love, Jr. died on 14 November 1988.
What was Davis Love, Jr.'s occupation?
Davis Love, Jr. was a golfer.
What nationality was Davis Love, Jr.?
Davis Love, Jr. was American.
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