Charles "Chuck" Hart

**Charles Dudley Hart**
November 2, 1941 – June 27, 2024
Charles Dudley Hart, known affectionately as "Chuck," passed away
peacefully on June 27, 2024, in Gainesville, Florida, at the age of 82.
Born on November 2, 1941 to Kathleen Upton Golder and Dudley
Howard Hart, Chuck grew up with a passion for sports and excelled
as an exceptional athlete, playing both golf and football for the
University of Florida. His love for golf, however, became his lifelong
pursuit and career.
Chuck began his illustrious career in golf in Rochester, New York, where he worked at Chili Country
Club and Brook-Lea Country Club. He later moved to Buffalo, where he made a significant impact
at Wanakah Country Club before heading down to Miami Beach to join La Gorce Country Club.
Chuck's career then led him to manage several golf courses in South Florida, including Lago Mar
Country Club, before eventually culminating in the purchase of Lake Shore Country Club in
Rochester, which he ran in partnership with his son, Dudley.
Throughout his professional career, Chuck's accomplishments were numerous. He not only
competed in local and state professional tournaments but also qualified for four major
championships, including the U.S. Open in 1975 and the PGA Championship in 1970, 1973, and
1974. His skills on the course were matched by his generous contributions to the golfing
community, where he mentored and supported countless professionals.
Chuck was known not just for his golfing prowess but for his contagious laugh, powerful energy, and
big heart. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Dawn Osborn Hart, and their children and
grandchildren. His children include Joseph (Kate) Dole, Carrie (Rick) Stratton, Kathy (Mark) Hart
Wood, Dudley (Suzanne) Hart, Joshua Osborn, and Kelsee Osborn. Chuck was a proud grandfather
to nine grandchildren, Madison, Ben, Charlee, Samantha, Riley, Ryan, Rachel, Abigail, Avery, Sam
and Harry, as well as two great-grandchildren, Winnie and Nolan. He also leaves behind his dearly
loved goldendoodle, Bunker.
A private memorial gathering to celebrate Chuck's life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers,
the family requests that donations be made to Rochester Honor Flight, an organization close to
Chuck's heart.
Chuck's legacy will live on through the many lives he touched, both on and off the golf course. He
will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.