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Former Pro Golfer From Kingston, Ont., Dies at 45
The Canada native played on the PGA Tour in 2011 and later became a Kingston golf instructor and mentor, his obituary said.
- Former PGA Tour golfer Matt McQuillan died on August 5 at 45, according to an obituary in the Kingston Whig-Standard. The Kingston, Ontario native passed away "surrounded by his family," though no cause of death was disclosed.
- His father, Mark, introduced him to golf at age ten, fostering a passion that led to college careers at Oklahoma State and the University of Georgia. McQuillan turned professional in 2003 and earned his PGA Tour card in 2010.
- Throughout his career, McQuillan played in 32 PGA Tour events, earning just under $604,000. His best finish came at the 2011 John Deere Classic, where he tied for third alongside major champion Zach Johnson after a final round 64.
- After his final PGA Tour-sanctioned event in September 2016, McQuillan returned to Kingston to teach the next generation of golfers. The Garrison Golf Club posted condolences on social media for the beloved local instructor.
- A celebration of life will be held at the ANAF at a date to be announced by family. Friends remember McQuillan as a devoted mentor who developed lifelong friendships while introducing players to the game across Canada.
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