Honoring Suntree Country Club's Founding Members
Founding Members Spotlight
Norman Bush
THEN NOW
"Joining Suntree in 1986 afforded me a way of learning to play better golf, enjoy the Club’s facilities and make new friends."
Founding Members Spotlight
Jerry & Jean Hoff THEN NOW
"Before my wife passed away in 2022, we enjoyed attending many social functions at the Club, especially dinner-dances. We became Social members when I could no longer play golf, but I still enjoy bringing friends to the Club for an occasional lunch or dinner."
Founding Members Spotlight
Nancy & Bob Louis
THEN NOW
"When Suntree was founded in 1991, we had just moved here. It became our life and we made lifelong friends. We had many happy moments at Suntree Country Club. I still golf occasionally and come for meals now and then. Bob went to Heaven in 2017."
Founding Members Spotlight
Bob & Kathy Oas
THEN NOW
"Bob played many rounds of golf at the Club and won the Member-Guest Championship in 2008. We celebrated our 50th anniversary at Suntree Country Club in 2013."
Founding Members Spotlight
Lou & Elizabeth Lavendol
"What we loved most about Suntree were the wonderful friends we made at the Club. In the early days, we took part in most of the social events and golf tournaments. The members even came together to decorate for Christmas and New Year’s Eve."
Founding Members Spotlight
Marilyn & George Peasinger
THEN NOW
"Being a member at Suntree for 40 years has been a delight. Golf friends, tennis friends and just old friends! Can't be better than that!"
Founding Members Spotlight
Joan & Norris Handley THEN NOW
"Norris and I moved to Suntree in 1984 and we joined the CC because we loved to play golf. We had moved from Lago Mar in Fort Lauderdale. We each played in several golf groups and Sunday mixers. We made life long friends here and enjoyed the social events. I still play bridge, bingo and exercise at the Club. I enjoy the dining and social events. I have many great memories in the 41 years as a member."
Founding Members Spotlight
Steve Chandler
THEN NOW
"I joined Suntree (1979) 4 years before the first photo and somehow transformed from a steely-eyed fighter pilot going 500 MPH to a happy golf member doing a whopping 25 MPH! I met my pretty wife there and wouldn’t change a thing!!"
Founding Members Spotlight
Norma & John Hesterman
"My friends and social life has revolved around Suntree C.C. for the past 34 years - through my good and bad times."
Founding Members Spotlight
Eli & Linda White
THEN NOW
"As a Founding Member, I’ve seen Suntree grow through both exciting and challenging times, and I’m proud of how we’ve pulled together over the years. The dedication of long-time members helped build the strong, welcoming community Linda and I have loved being part of. I’m hopeful the Club will continue to grow while keeping that same spirit of fellowship that has made it so special."
Founding Members Spotlight
THEN NOW
"I retired from the Air Force in 1977 after 33 years of service and joined Suntree Country Club in 1978. I found the members friendly, sociable, and always willing to help. My wife and others planned parties with great dance bands and delicious food. Many of us were in the DFA Golf Group and took weekend trips to other clubs and courses in Florida."
Founding Members Spotlight
Carol & Ronnie Collins
THEN NOW
"Ronnie and I joined Suntree in the 70’s. Ronnie loved playing golf at Suntree, and I played tennis!! Now I am a golfer and love having two courses! Great friends here, wonderful memories! Our family has always loved the holiday brunches!!"
Founding Members Spotlight
Erni & Jack Davis
"We both joined SCC at different times, married to different people. We met after both our spouses passed, and have enjoyed golf and fellowship together at the Club since 2004."
Founding Members Spotlight
Fran & Fred Galey
THEN
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"While at PAFB Fred had been very active in and also played in the Fairfield Barnett Senior PGA Tour Classic here at Suntree. When he retired in ‘89 it was natural for us to move to Suntree for the golf and camaraderie. When the members bought the Club from Fairfield, the thing to do was join! We truly enjoyed going out after work and playing a few holes. We belonged to the DFA - Damn Fine Association - and played with them on weekends and away trips. What fun it has been! And Fred misses the golf more than anyone can imagine. "
Founding Members Spotlight
Nancy Juhn
THEN
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"I was first invited to play golf at Suntree Country Club back in 1981 when it was still just an 18-hole course. I instantly fell in love with the Club and knew I wanted to become a member. My husband and I officially joined in September of that same year. Golf quickly became a true passion of mine. Since 1982 I’ve had the honor of winning the Suntree Ladies Club Championship 17 times along with 6 Senior Championships. Over the years we’ve made many wonderful friends and thoroughly enjoyed attending the Club’s events, especially the beloved Suntree Sunday Buffet. In the 44 years I’ve been a member I’ve witnessed many changes at Suntree Country Club and it’s been a joy to be part of its growth and community."