Golf Ontario is deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Stephen Ross of Dundas, Ont. — one of the most influential administrators in Canadian golf history.
The golf community extends sincere condolences to Stephen’s wife, Janet; his four children – Stephanie (Dan), Andrew, Christopher (Stephanie) and Nicholas; grandchildren Savannah, Scarlett, Samantha, Isaiah, Sadie, Skylee and Sienna; and the entire extended Ross family.
An obituary with service details will be shared at a later date, once it becomes available.
A respected golf industry leader, Stephen Ross devoted more than 30-years of his life to the Royal Canadian Golf Association (now Golf Canada), shaping the sport’s development in Canada with vision, integrity, and unmatched dedication.
In 2012, Ross was inducted into the Ontario Golf Hall of Fame and in 2013, the International Association of Golf Administrators (IAGA) honoured him with its Distinguished Service Award.
Born on June 22, 1954, in Newmarket, Ont., and a graduate of the University of Western Ontario’s Richard Ivey School of Business, Ross began his career with the RCGA in 1977 as Assistant Amateur Tournament Director. He went on to serve as Director of Amateur Tournaments from 1980 to 1988 before being appointed Executive Director in 1989—a role he held with distinction for 18 years until 2007.
At the time of his passing, Ross and his family owned and operated the Oak Gables Golf Club and Country Club near Hamilton, Ont., continuing his lifelong commitment to nurturing the game.
Golf Ontario extends their heartfelt condolences to the Ross family, Stephen’s industry colleagues, and all who were touched by his remarkable life and career.
