Bobby Joel Pomeroy

The world has lost one of golf’s greatest enthusiasts. Bobby Pomeroy passed peacefully on October 14th at his residence in Frederick, MD, where he had lived for the past several years. Born in Tennessee and raised in Georgia and Alabama, Bobby spent much of his life on the golf course. His father and stepmother, Ewing and Nellie Pomeroy, nurtured his passion for golf, which blossomed into a remarkable career.

Before embarking on his golf career, Bobby served in the US Army. As a professional golfer and a proud 50+ year PGA member, he played on various tours, including the PGA, before settling down to raise a family. Bobby moved to New Jersey and began his career as a club professional at Madison Country Club and later became the head golf pro at Flanders Valley, where he served for 20+ years. During his tenure, he witnessed and contributed to the transformation of the club into the two beautiful courses enjoyed by many today.

When he wasn't playing, Bobby was an avid golf spectator, traveling to all the major tournaments and sharing his love for the game with countless others. Bobby’s last victory occurred in 1989 when he won the New Jersey Senior Open at Fairmont Country Club. Another memorable moment in his golf adventures, which are countless, was being captured in the background of a Sports Illustrated photo, joyously jumping when Phil Mickelson won the Masters (2004). 

Bobby was predeceased by his father Ewing Pomeroy(1998) and his mother Margaret Denton Pomeroy (1951), who tragically passed away when he was young. He is survived by his siblings Dickey Pomeroy(Patsy), Joe Pomeroy(Renee), Cassandra Jones (David), Billy Pomeroy(JoAnne) and Lucy Maute (Joe), and his daughters Debora Shaw (Scott), Wendy Johnson (Chris), Jodi Dawson (Greg) and Lisa Ellis and his partner of 25 years, Miriam Yagy and her supportive family, He was a devoted grandfather to Lauren, Morgan, Kayla, Kyleigh, Isabella, Olivia, and Avery and an uncle to many nieces and nephews. 

In lieu of formal services, those wishing to honor Bobby’s memory are encouraged to hit a ball off the first tee and reflect on a cherished memory shared with him. Donations in Bobby’s memory can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, a cause supported by the PGA.

Rest in peace, Bobby. Your love for the game and your vibrant spirit will be loved and deeply missed by all who knew you.