The final Instagram post of Jake Knapp’s girlfriend, Makena White, has come to light following her unexpected death, just a few weeks after she posted a heartfelt message to the PGA Tour victor.
Makena White, who was in a two-year relationship with Knapp, passed away earlier this week. The cause of her death remains undisclosed.
In August, she shared a loving Instagram post for her 31-year-old boyfriend, who had claimed victory at the Mexico Open during his first PGA Tour the previous year.
“Year 2 of first fairway hugs & watching you live out your dreams,” Makena expressed on August 11.
“Second season in the books – forever grateful to be on this walk with you, here’s to many many many more! I looooove you sweet boy, you make it so dang easy to be proud.”
Knapp has not yet made any public statements regarding Makena’s passing.
The news of her death was shared by a close friend on her Instagram account on Friday, September 26.
“Hi everyone – this is Makena’s friend, writing with the heaviest heart to share that Makena passed away earlier this week. She is already so deeply missed by her Dad, her family, her friends, and of course by Nelly and Fergie.
“Makena was one of a kind. She had this rare way of making you feel special, and her huge heart was always overflowing with love. To be loved by Makena was a gift; one that came with endless laughter, so much joy, and a healthy sprinkling of chaos as we tried to keep up with her travel schedule.
“If you would like to honour Makena’s memory, donations to the Bruyère Brain Health & Memory Clinic or the Griffin Bell Endowment Fund would mean a lot.”
She continued: “We love you Mak. We’ll miss you always, and we’ll be looking for you in the sunset.”
The comments section was quickly filled with tributes. One person wrote: “I will never forget the day I met this gorgeous, vivacious girl. The day her and my daughter became roommates and started what Mak called their 8 month sleepover. I adored her from that first moment of meeting.
“We are blessed to have shared in your light and love. You will be missed beyond measure.”
CBS golf reporter Amanda Balionis also commented: “Getting to know Makena was one of my favorite parts of this last year. So much laughter, passion and she never met a stranger. I will miss her light… it touched so many.”