Attention All Members of the MTC,

It is with deep sadness that I inform you of the passing of Eugene "Gene" Bowie Roberts, Jr. (October 16, 1939 - April 18, 2020).

Gene was honored to have been involved in the Maryland Turfgrass Association representing Fairwood Turf Farm, serving the entire turfgrass industry as a member of the Maryland Turfgrass Council Board as a Directors, and was one of the early Turfgrass Representatives on the Maryland Agriculture Commission.
As a member of what ever organization he was involved in, Gene always provide an insightful and beneficial decisions, thoughts and actions.
Gene was a good friend to the Turfgrass industry and was friends with his fellow Turfgrass Professionals, even his competition.

A small private family service is planned for Tuesday, April 28. A "Celebration of Life" will occur once it is safe together.

Condolences by e-mail may be sent to Gene's lovely wife Lynn Roberts at Antiquelynn@hotmail.com Or his daughter Anne C.B. Roberts at anne.cb.roberts@gmail.com

Cards and U.S. Mail can be sent to 4700 Old Crain Highway, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772