How Arnold Palmer Died, Date of Death, Age of Death, Birthday, and More!
Arnold Palmer reached the impressive age of 87 years. Find out the cause of death and more exciting information regarding the death of this famous golfer.
Biography - A Short Wiki
Championship PGA golfer known as The King. He won four Masters Tournaments from 1958 to 1964 as well as two Open Championships and the 1960 U.S. Open. He was named PGA Player of the Year in 1960 and 1962 and inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 1974.
He was married to Winifred Walzer for 45 years. Following his wife’s death, he married Kathleen Gawthrop. He had two daughters named Peggy and Amy. His grandson, Sam Saunders, became a professional golfer.
How did Arnold Palmer die?
Arnold Palmer's death was caused by Cardiovascular Disease.
Cause of death | Cardiovascular Disease |
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Age of death | 87 years |
Profession | Golfer |
Birthday | September 10, 1929 |
Death date | September 25, 2016 |
Place of death | UPMC Shadyside, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States |
Place of burial | Cremated, Ashes scattered, Specifically: Ashes scattered at Latrobe Country Club in Pennsylvania |
Quotes
I’m not much for sitting around and thinking about the past or talking about the past. What does that accomplish? If I can give young people something to think about, like the future, that’s a better use of my time.
Arnold Palmer
I think I’ve heard somebody say that I was a well-dressed golfer. I guess that has something to do with the fact that a lot of people who play golf don’t dress very well.
Arnold Palmer
I think a firm grip helps you control the club and prevents it from turning in your hands. Another thing about feel is, if you make a change in your grip, it takes time for your brain to adapt.
Arnold Palmer
Always make a total effort, even when the odds are against you.
Arnold Palmer
You don’t go to Palm Springs in the summer unless you’re building a golf course.
Arnold Palmer