Charles Albert “Al” Boone
February 10, 1929 ~ June 27, 2017
RED OAK - Charles Albert "Al" Boone, age 88, passed away on Tuesday, June 27, 2017. Born in Lee County, NC on February 10, 1929, he was the son of the late John Claude Boone and Mary Little Boone. He was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Margaret Elizabeth Boone and two sisters, Mary Florence Nooney and Jean Yeargen.
Al was a veteran of the United States Air Force, having served overseas during the Korean War with tours in Greece and North Africa. Returning home, he went on to work as a Wildlife Enforcement Officer, or Game Warden, and was assigned to Nash County until his retirement in 1987 following 30 years of service. Al was a longstanding member of Red Oak Baptist Church where he also served as a Deacon and Sunday School teacher. His dedication to his community and to helping others was evident, being both a Gideon and also a 33rd Degree Mason with the Morning Star Lodge #85 in Nashville. Al was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather and will be dearly missed by all those who knew him.
Al leaves behind to cherish his memory, wife of 60 years, Nell Boone; sons, Bert Boone and his wife, Donna, of Nashville, and Neal Boone and his wife, Mary, of Red Oak; grandchildren, Casey Boone, Luke Boone, Wesley Boone and his wife, Allison, and Bradley Boone and his fianc, Kristin Bailey; and a great-grandson, Sawyer Boone. He is also survived by his brother, Johnny Boone and his wife, Kay, of Wilmington; sister, Ruth Brannon and her husband Lloyd, of Birmingham, AL; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, June 30, 2017 at 3:00 PM at Red Oak Baptist Church, 5515 Red Oak Road, Battleboro with the Rev. Nate James officiating. Burial will follow at Red Oak Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Red Oak Baptist Church, 5515 Red Oak Road, Battleboro, NC, 27809 in memory of Al.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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We are uplifting Mr. Boone’s wife, children, grandchildren and all the family in our prayers. He is with the Lord he loved and served and is FINALLY HOME. We pray Our Lord will give the all the family a peace and a calm knowing they will see him again ONE DAY. So sorry we can not be with you all on Friday but we will be praying. Sending much love, many hugs and lots of prayers, Ellen Jane and John Knox
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Beth and I send our condolences to you and your family. Your father was an outstanding public servant and he will be missed by all. We love you and your family and have you in our hearts and prayers. Jim and Beth Thomas
Mrs. Boone So sorry for your loss. Even in times of extreme sadness like these, we are comforted by the knowledge that death is a transition to something even better. We pray that knowledge gives you and your family comfort. — Ron Smith, a former student (who is still trying to figure our the Periodic Table!)
I am so sorry I will not be able to attend services for Al. We will be with all of you in thought. Last night Virginia and Alex were both remembering the special moments they had with him when they were children.. Love, Jane and David Cowan
May God give you and the family strength and peace during this difficult time. He leaves behind many bright lights to shine and carry on his legacy. Arlene Spivey
I first met Al in May 1958, while we both were in school at the Institute of Government in Chapel Hill. During our carreeres our paths occasionally crossed. It was always a pleasant experience as I always thought we shared the same ideals. I last talked to Al at a function held when Ken Craft retired. I know each of you will sorely miss Al, but you can rest assured he made this world better in his life and actions. Regards to the Al family, John Kennedy N.C. Wildlife Officer, Retired
Tim and I are mourning the loss of Mr. Boone with the entire family! We lived next door to the Boones for 20 years and considered them family!! We are so sorry for your loss. Love, Tim and Eva Bass
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