Booker T. Ford passed away at home on November 14, 2011 after a short illness. He was 86 years old and was most recently employed by the Edward Jones Co. Booker was one of the first African- American golfers in the St. Louis area and enjoyed the sport for over 60 years. He is a local legend, a member of the Tee Master’s Golf Club of St. Louis, and mentor to young college players and professionals. Booker worked with The First Tee program and was a golf instructor at Ruth Park in University City. He won the 18-hole Men’s Scratch (85-89) tourney in the 2010 St. Louis Senior Olympics. Booker’s dream was to establish a foundation, The Booker T. Ford Foundation, to further support the efforts of young African Americans in their pursuit of college scholarships and the game of golf. Booker was loved dearly by his family and friends. He will be missed.
