"My uncle was a great man. I will truly miss his presence and laugh and conversation. May God continue blessing my family and thank you all for being there. He is and always will be the best first African American golf legend."
– Rachel Baker, Great niece,
Landover, MD, May 08, 2015
"Never had the chance to meet him personally but followed his action while he was on tour..I admired him greatly for the humble person he wAs and for the way he played...he will be missed..GOD Has Made a home for him"