Please see below the sad news from OBA  Past President Mike Petersen regarding the passing of OBA Past President Fred Roberts. 
 
 My memories of Fred,
 
Fred was a member of Carterton before moving to West Witney. He was a strong competitor winning the Fours in 1990 and the Pairs in 2002, ,also was a losing finalist of the Fours in 2002. 
He played for the County on many occasions at all levels and was a selector for several years before becoming President in 1993, at which time he volunteered me as his replacement without asking! Surprise,  suprise!. He was one of the counties delegates to the HCBA and I think became Chairman at one point. 
He also was involved in the English Civil Service BA as a competitor with a fair degree of success. 
He and Doreen moved to Spain around 20 years ago, Fred continued playing to a high level  becoming an International player for Spain at tournaments around the world
On a personal level I was delighted that he came back to    Oxfordshire  in 2007 to support some of the counties Centenary  matches in my Presidential year.
He was a formidable  opponent but more importantly  great company on and off the green. He will be remembered with great affection.
 
Malvyn Pitman 
OBA President 2007