[larrybud]

I play golf with my Dad and his two buddies about every 2-3 weeks Saturday mornings. All 3 of these guys are now 80+ years old (I'm 40). We were all just getting ready to fire up another golf season.

Our good friend Tom died yesterday. I didn't really know Tom outside of golf, but my Dad was a friend of his for decades. Tom was a great guy, business owner, and a WW2 vet. He was a tail gunner over Germany, and flew 20+ missions, and he even had a bum leg from being shot. A true war hero, for sure. I think he was around 85 years old.

I'm sure our story is the same as many of yours. Our Saturday mornings consisted of the same old golf jokes week after week, but they always drew a laugh. The same stories were told time after time, but that's part of the whole deal, isn't it? Tom was labeled the resident sand bagger, but we probably all broke pretty much even with all of our bets over the years (well, except me and giving 20+ shots a round!)

I'm sure when the three of us tee it up again here in the coming weeks there'll be a definite void; of telling Tom to be quiet, or getting on him when he walks in our line on the green. Those past annoyances will turn to something we miss.

RIP Tom

[Carolina Golfer 2]

Larry, so sorry to hear of your loss. I'm a few years older than you, and have a dad in the same age range as yours. He doesn't golf and that is one thing I've always wished we could share. I'm sure you guys will find a way to pay tribute to Tom during the first round.

[truck13]

RIP Tom, we are grateful for your service!

[highergr0und]

Man, sorry for the loss of your golfing buddy. I'm making the 16 hour drive from Mississippi to Michigan tomorrow to say bye to my Grandpa who has been given 2-4 weeks by the doctor. It really sucks as I'm getting married in 7 weeks.

[Bob Cat]

RIP Tom.

3's and 4's.

[Banker]

RIP Tom.

[blinden]

Sorry for your loss. Lost another true hero.

RIP Tom


Brian

[tdog4]

RIP TOM.

He is now playing everyday on the best course anywhere. Greener fairways and smoothest greens you could ever imagine. Shooting par and getting up and down from everywhere. Play well Tom.

[mesegrn]

Sorry for you loss, RIP TOM!!!

[gpo]

RIP Tom.

I know what you mean. I grew up playing with my Dad and his buddies during my teenage years. Guys he knew since HS. One of them was my uncle and my godfather. Well, Dad had a heart attack years ago and add to that he worked construction his whole life he can't play anymore. Then my uncle died two years ago. It just makes me sad that I will not be able to play with them again. My Dad is a big part of the reason I am as good as I am. He got me started early. Golfing buddies can be more than friends. I just wish I could find a good group to play with.

[Ronzo]

RIP, Tom. You're missed.

Larrybud, so sorry for your loss.

[blade_man]

Larrybud,
Really, I am sorry for your loss, but that is just one more golfer playing on greener fairways than you and I have ever seen! We will keep you and them in our prayers.

[Spinner]

RIP Tom.

[johnj]

I am sorry for your loss. Honor those who have served. Honor those who serve. RIP Tom...J

[w8liftr]

Sorry to hear about your friend. Sadly the "Greatest Generation" of Americans are reaching the end of their time here. I honor and respect all Veterans, but I have a soft spot for the WWII era.

RIP Tom.

[Ham Solo]

I'm sorry to hear that, man.