FRED ALTVATER PUBLISHER Back 9 Media Group Also Publishes: Michigan Golf Journal Indiana Golf Journal Back 9 Report Jimmy Buffett Loved Life & Golf “I love cajun martinis and playin’ golf in the afternoon.” Like most Americans, I was a huge fan of Jimmy Buffett. The music downloads on my phone are filled with most of his light-hearted, yet meaningful and timeless creations. The “son of a son of a sailor” was a man of many talents and interests. A singer, pilot, author, song writer, “A pirate and a poet, but never a Lawyer, a Thief, or a Banker.” His musical genius was only matched by his business sense, as he was one of the most successful businessmen in the entertainment industry. Golf was also a passion. While on tour, he would schedule a round, or two at courses around the world. He played Portmarnock, while in Dublin and caught a quick round in France, before a concert in Paris. Jimmy even spent time as a caddie for Patricia Ehrhart, in 2018 during a practice round for the inaugural Senior Women’s Open at Chicago Country Club. His songs touched that tuning fork deep in our souls, made us want to wear brightly colored beach shirts and dance like no one was watching. He took us all to a hammock by the beach and his music could always make a difficult day at the office seem less grim. He was a “dreamer of dreams and a travelin’ man.” He lived a life bigger than most, but managed to keep it all in perspective. “Yes, he was a Pirate, but a Jolly Mon,” as well. Jimmy made the world a better place and will be sorely missed on concert stages, as well as golf courses around the world. I hope you enjoy the final issue of 2023. Plus, Hope I see you on the Back 9 on a Florida Golf Course this winter. Ohio Golf Journal
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