DeWitt Thompson Weaver Jr. (September 14, 1939 – March 18, 2021) was an American golf consultant and professional golfer who played on the PGA Tour and the Senior PGA Tour.

Early life

Weaver was born in Danville, Kentucky. He spent part of his youth there and in Lubbock, Texas, where his father was the head football coach at Texas Tech in the 1950s. In high school, he excelled in a number of sports.

Amateur career

After graduation, he enrolled at Southern Methodist University, where he was a multisport letterman. Weaver moved to Georgia after college and became a dominant player in Georgia amateur golf.

Professional career

In 1964, Weaver turned professional. He competed on the PGA Tour from 1967 to 1976, winning twice in the early 1970s. His best year as a professional golfer was 1971 when he finished in the top-25 on the PGA Tour money list. After reaching the age of 50 in September 1989, Weaver began competing on the Senior PGA TOUR. His lone win in this venue came in 1991 at the Bank One Senior Classic. Rallying from five shots down on the final day, he defeated J. C. Snead in a playoff with a birdie on the second hole. After retiring as a touring professional, Weaver held club pro positions at Sea Palms, Sky Valley and Innsbruck golf clubs. He ran a golf consulting company, DeWitt Weaver Golf Solutions LLC, with his children. Weaver also started junior golf programs at St. Simons Island and Rabun County High Schools at opposite ends of the state of Georgia.

Personal life

Weaver lived in Braselton, Georgia, with wife, Sheri. He was a spiritual man of strong Christian faith. Weaver died at his home in Marietta, Georgia, on March 18, 2021.

Awards and honors

Professional wins (30)

PGA Tour wins (2)

PGA Tour playoff record (1–0)

Other wins (18)

Senior PGA Tour wins (1)

Senior PGA Tour playoff record (1–0)

Other senior career wins (9)