PBA Charter Member and USBC Hall
Of Famer Bill Bunetta Dies at 90

Professional Bowlers Association charter member Bill Bunetta, one of bowling’s most respected instructors as well as a talented competitor on the lanes, died March 21 in Fresno, Calif., of heart failure. He was 90.

Bunetta, who won his only PBA Tour title in Fairless Hills, Pa., in 1960, was a member of the E&B, and Pfeiffers of Detroit, and Munsingwear of Chicago teams that contributed to his five American Bowling Congress Championships (now USBC Open Championships) titles between 1949 and 1955. He was inducted into the USBC Hall of Fame in 1968.

In 1995, at age 76, he became the oldest bowler in history to roll back-to-back 300 games.

Beyond his successes on the lanes, Bunetta may be best known for his innovative coaching techniques--including the innovative "3-6-9" spare-shooting system--and his years of conducting clinics and exhibitions. He was often sought out by many young professionals for coaching assistance.

Information regarding services is still pending.