The Australian golfer had been suffering with a third bout of leukaemia
Jarrod Lyle Dies Aged 36 – Golfing World Pay Tribute
Jarrod Lyle has sadly passed away aged 36 after losing his battle with cancer.
The Australian had previously beaten leukaemia twice before but was diagnosed with the disease for a third time last year.
Lyle’s wife Briony had written on his Facebook page last week that he was ending his cancer treatment to begin palliative care at home.
The two-time Web.com Tour winner reached a career-high of 142nd in the world.
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Full of joy and determination, on and off the course.He leaves two daughters – six-year-old Lusi and two-year-old Jemma.
A page has been setup to help the family financially and donations have come in from the likes of TGR (Tiger Woods’ company), Jon Rahm, Justin Thomas and other golfing stars.
Hideki Matsuyama has donated $50,000 to the family and Bryson DeChambeau gave $25,000 after winning the USPGA Championship long drive contest.
“It breaks my heart to tell everyone that Jarrod is no longer with us,” Briony Lyle said in a statement.
“He passed away peacefully at 8.20pm last night having spent his final week in Torquay among his family and close friends.
“He asked that I provide a simple message: ‘Thanks for your support, it meant the world. My time was short, but if I’ve helped people think and act on behalf of those families who suffer through cancer, hopefully it wasn’t wasted.’
Lyle and daughter Luci in 2014
“Lusi, Jemma and I are filled with grief and now must confront our lives without the greatest husband and father we could ever have wished for.”
Lyle was very popular on Tour and tributes have been flooding in from the golf world.
Saddest day ever
kinda lost for words,Jarrod Lyle was the greatest bloke you’ll ever meet, not once in 20 years did I ever here him complain
R.I.P Jarrod (best mate)
— Robert Allenby (@aussieallenby) August 9, 2018
It is through a river of tears I say goodbye to my friend Jarrod Lyle. A wonderful father, friend and golfer. Quick with a joke, didn’t mind a beer, and just a pure joy to be around every day. Miss you mate. RIP
— Greg Chalmers (@GregChalmersPGA) August 8, 2018
What an inspiration you were Jarrod Lyle! You will be missed!! https://t.co/b4uSDAPaTd
— bubba watson (@bubbawatson) August 9, 2018
Can’t send enough love and well wishes to the Lyle family at this time. Can only imagine what his family are going through. Inspirational man !!
— Tommy Fleetwood (@TommyFleetwood1) August 8, 2018
It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to our Putter Studio friend, Jarrod Lyle. Our thoughts are with his family, his wife, Briony, and his daughters, Lusi and Jemma. pic.twitter.com/XyJZPPjZ7X
— Scotty Cameron (@ScottyCameron) August 9, 2018
Incredibly sad news about Jarrod Lyle. Tough times for everyone on tour losing someone so special but I cannot imagine what he and his family went and are going through. RIP
— Francesco Molinari (@F_Molinari) August 8, 2018
We are truly heartbroken today as we say goodbye to our friend Jarrod Lyle. Jarrod showed amazing courage and grace throughout his battle, and we will miss him dearly. We send our deepest sympathies to the entire Lyle family. pic.twitter.com/NURohucoj0
— Titleist Australia-New Zealand (@titleist_anz) August 8, 2018
RIP Jarrod Lyle….
Your strength, perseverance and courage was a example for all.— Trevor Immelman (@TrevorImmelman) August 8, 2018
It is with a heavy heart and a mountain of tears that I say a final goodbye to my friend Jarrod Lyle. For 20 years he fought this disease like no one could. Thank you for touching us all in so many wonderful ways! RIP to a champion of a human.
— Tripp Isenhour (@TrippIsenhourGC) August 8, 2018
We are very sad to hear of Jarrod Lyle’s passing. He fought a good fight and will be forever remembered for his courage, strength, perseverance and the light he brought to all of our lives. The world lost a good man. RIP Jarrod. – Ernie, Liezl, Samantha and Ben
— Ernie Els (@TheBig_Easy) August 8, 2018
Deeply saddened to hear about the passing of my friend Jarrod Lyle. Jarrod will forever be an inspiration to us alI. Ellie, Dash, Lucy and I send condolences to Briony, Lusi and Jemma. Rest easy mate. We will miss you.
— Jason Day (@JDayGolf) August 9, 2018
Tough to know that we just lost a great person in this world! RIP Jarrod Lyle! You will be greatly missed my friend!
— Billy Horschel (@BillyHo_Golf) August 8, 2018
The whole golf family go to bed with heavy hearts tonight..
Such sad news.
All thoughts with the Lyle family at this time.— Thomas Bjorn (@thomasbjorngolf) August 9, 2018
Thoughts are with the Lyle family during this difficult time. Rest In Peace Jarrod.
— Dustin Johnson (@DJohnsonPGA) August 9, 2018
Such sad news about Jarrod Lyle’s passing. A quality man who inspired us all. A life well lived and a battle bravely fought. Thoughts and love to his wife, his girls and his family. RIP.
— Tony Johnstone (@TonyJohnstone56) August 9, 2018
After fighting cancer for nearly 20 years, Jarrod Lyle has passed away at age 36. There’s been such an outpouring of emotion from all who knew him, a sign of what an amazing man he was. I never met him but all golfers can support his family, friends and foundation. f**k cancer pic.twitter.com/QvUPdCp33F
— Peter Finch (@PeterFinchGolf) August 9, 2018
— Claude Harmon III (@claudeharmonIII) August 8, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Lyle family. You were and always will be a fighter and will be missed by so many people. Rest In Peace Jarrod.
— Patrick Reed (@PReedGolf) August 8, 2018
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