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Kathy Ahern
American professional golfer From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Kathy Ahern (May 7, 1949 – July 6, 1996) was an American professional golfer on the LPGA Tour.[1][2][3]
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Career
Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Ahern was raised in Dallas, Texas, and won the Texas women's public links title at age 15 in 1964.[1] She joined the LPGA Tour direct from high school in 1967 and won three events, including one major title, the LPGA Championship in 1972.[4]
Ahern's first win came at the Southgate Ladies Open in August 1970,[5] and the last at George Washington Classic in July 1972.[6] She was also a runner-up at the U.S. Women's Open in 1972, the week before her final win.[7] Ahern played little in the 1980s, but remained a presence around the tour and sometimes caddied for Sherri Turner.[1][8]
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Death
After a five-year battle against breast cancer, Ahern died at age 47 at her mother's home in Fountain Hills, Arizona, northeast of Phoenix.[1][2][8] At the time of her death, she was a resident of Greenville, South Carolina.[2][8]
Professional wins
LPGA Tour wins (3)
Major championships
Wins (1)
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