Aaron Ingalls, Tennessee Amateur champion and TGA Board Member, dies at 40

JACKSON, Tenn. — It is with heavy hearts we share that Aaron Ingalls has passed away. A loving father, friend and golfer, Aaron was surrounded by loved ones in his final moments. The Tennessee Golf community mourns his passing and sends our love and support to his family.

In 2024, Ingalls was diagnosed with a brain tumor, a challenge he faced with courage and dignity, much like he did the game of golf.

The 2018 Tennessee Amateur Champion was also a dedicated member of the Tennessee Golf Association leadership who helped elevate the game of golf in Tennessee. Ingalls served as the Competitions Committee Chair on the TGA board, asking tough questions that led to a vast improvement in how the TGA operates its championships.

“This news hit me hard,” Tennessee Golf Association Executive Director Allison Brown said. “Our thoughts and prayers are with Aaron’s family. He had a tremendous impact on the game of golf in Tennessee. That impact will continue to be felt for many years to come. As the chair of the men's competitions committee, he pushed us to be the best version of the TGA we could be. Aaron wanted to be the best that he could be on the course and wanted the TGA to do the same.”

He is survived by his wife, Kathleen, and their three children. Ingalls celebrated his 40th birthday at the end of March, surrounded by his family and friends.

Ingalls also served as the head coach of the University School of Jackson golf team, taking on the role in 2022, where he shared his passion of golf with the next generation of golfers.

Before his passing, Ingalls and his family created The Aaron Ingalls Foundation. It is dedicated to “providing unwavering support to families impacted by brain tumors.” The goal of the foundation is to help fund additional research to discover new “effective care and innovative treatments for every patient.”

You can donate to The Aaron Ingalls Foundation at aaroningallsfoundation.org.