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Sam Snead

Age: 89

professional golfer, whose effortless swing, unmatched success, and down-home sense of humor made him one of the most loved and admired athletes of the 20th century. He won three Masters, three PGA Championships, and one British Open.

Died: Hot Springs, Va., May 23, 2002

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