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Golf's 'Aquaphobe' Writer Dies at 95
18 Oct
Summary
- Renowned golf writer Jack Berry passed away on October 16, 2026, at age 95.
- Berry covered iconic sports moments, including the 1980 'Miracle on Ice'.
- He was inducted into the Michigan Golf Hall of Fame and won PGA awards.
Jack Berry, a celebrated sports writer renowned for his extensive golf coverage and lifelong aversion to swimming, died on October 16, 2026. He was 95 years old. Berry, who was inducted into the Michigan Golf Hall of Fame, passed away following a fall at his Northville apartment.
During his distinguished career, Berry chronicled some of sports' most memorable moments. His work at The Detroit News and the Detroit Free Press included covering the 1980 "Miracle on Ice" hockey gold medal victory and Secretariat's 1973 Triple Crown. He also reported on the Detroit Tigers' 1968 World Series win.
Berry's true passion, however, was golf. He covered all major championships, including 43 Masters, and his career in golf writing spanned from the era of Ben Hogan to Tiger Woods. He received numerous honors for his contributions to golf journalism, including a lifetime achievement award from the PGA of America in 2007.
Beyond his professional achievements, Berry was a dedicated family man, survived by his wife Bonnie, four daughters, five grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. His father was also involved in baseball, serving as the traveling secretary for the Detroit Tigers in the 1940s and 1950s. Berry's legacy as a versatile and prolific sports writer in Detroit is widely recognized.
