Joseph Dey

Early life Born in Norfolk, Virginia, Dey grew up in New Orleans, Louisiana, and attended the University of Pennsylvania in nowrap|Philadelphia. During Dey's leadership the tour was known as the Tournament Players Division of the PGA. He held that position for five years, succeeded by tour player Deane Beman Dey was the originator of The Players Championship, first held in 1974.

Death After a battle with cancer, Dey died at age 83 at his home on Long Island at Locust Valley, New York. His wife of 53 years, the former Rosalie Knapp, had died the previous year. Since 1996, the USGA has given out the Joe Dey Award in recognition of meritorious service to the game of golf as a volunteer.