Jerry Steelsmith
American professional golfer (1935–2024)
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Jon Jerry Steelsmith (November 26, 1935 – March 23, 2024) was an American professional golfer.
United States| Jerry Steelsmith | |
|---|---|
| Personal information | |
| Full name | Jon Jerry Steelsmith |
| Born | November 26, 1935 Peoria, Illinois, U.S. |
| Died | March 23, 2024 (aged 88) |
| Sporting nationality | United States |
| Residence | Syracuse, New York, U.S. |
| Career | |
| College | Glendale College |
| Turned professional | 1957 |
| Former tour | PGA Tour |
| Professional wins | 5 |
| Best results in major championships | |
| Masters Tournament | DNP |
| PGA Championship | T48: 1970 |
| U.S. Open | T29: 1961 |
| The Open Championship | DNP |
Career
Steelsmith was born in Peoria, Illinois.[1] A native of Glendale, California, Steelsmith played on the PGA Tour from 1961 to 1968.[2] He finished second five times on the PGA Tour: 1961 Hot Springs Open Invitational, 1962 Azalea Open, 1962 500 Festival Open Invitation, 1963 Frank Sinatra Open Invitational, and 1964 Almaden Open Invitational. Two of his 2nd-place finishes were playoff losses.
He is a former All-Army Champion.[3] He was also captain of the golf team at Glendale College.[4]
Steelsmith died March 23, 2024, after a short illness, at the age of 88.[5]
Professional wins
this list may be incomplete
Playoff record
PGA Tour playoff record (0–2)
| No. | Year | Tournament | Opponent(s) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1962 | Azalea Open |  Dave Marr |
Lost to birdie on first extra hole |
| 2 | 1964 | Almaden Open Invitational | Pete Brown, Billy Casper |
Casper won with birdie on third extra hole after 18 hole playoff; Casper: −4 (68), Brown: −4 (68), Steelsmith: +1 (73) |