Dean Refram


Dean Refram was an American professional golfer and golf [course architect].

Early life and amateur career

Refram was born in Miami, Florida. He attended Florida Southern College in Lakeland, Florida, and was a member of the golf team.

Professional career

Refram played on the PGA Tour in the 1960s and 1970s. He won twice on tour: the 1968 Robinson Open and the 1975 Walt Disney World National Team Championship with Jim Colbert.
After leaving the Tour in 1975, Refram spent the latter part of his career as a golf course designer and architect. Most of the courses he designed were in Florida.

Personal life

Refram died in Tampa, Florida at age 54 of respiratory problems complicated by cancer. His son, Dean Refram Jr., also is a professional golfer.

Professional wins (2)

PGA Tour wins (1)

Source:

Other wins (1)

Results in major championships

Tournament19701971197219731974197519761977197819791980
Masters Tournament48CUT
U.S. OpenT36CUTCUT
PGA Championship72CUT

Note: Refram never played in The Open Championship.
CUT = missed the half-way cut
"T" indicates a tie for a place