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Amy Severt Graham posted a condolence
Klyda,
I am so very sorry for your loss and I hope that you know that you and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything that we can do, please don't hesitate to let us know; you have always been there for me when I needed someone so please accept my offer to be that someone for you!
All my Love and Prayers!
May God Bless You!
Amy, Paul, Megan and Molly Graham
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Gareth & Mary Lowder posted a condolence
TO The J. D. Boone Family, Marcia called us last evening with the news about J. D. J. D. was a great man and Mason. We valued his friendship. We send all of you our sympathies and prayers.
Love, Mary and Gareth
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Teressa Vannoy Goss posted a condolence
Dear Family, I loved Mr. JD. He was one of the best men that I have ever known. He was a man of integrety, honor and dignity. I will never forget how kind he was to me and my family! I loved to come to the funeral home with my dad and visit with Mr. J.D. while dad dug graves. He was a good part of my childhood. He used to called me "His little Secretary" I will always treasure those wonderful memories! This community is a much better place because of JD and he will be greatly missed! May GOD bring you Peace like only HE can. I Love You, Teressa
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Creighton Beatty posted a condolence
In Memory of my dear friend J.D. Boone. I will miss our times of sharing and long for our reunion in the presence of God.
To Bertha Lou, Jim, David, Daniel, Klyda, and Martha I wish you peace, at the loss of your husband and Dad. May his memory carry you strong through this life. My prayers continue with you.
Your friend, Creighton
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Gary Barber posted a condolence
David,
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Mr. Boone was a true professional and he will be missed by the people of Ashe County.
Sincerely,
Gary Barber
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Laura, Margie, & Anna posted a condolence
So sorry for your loss - he was a great man that many people thought the world of. Hold onto your memories. We are praying for God's love and comfort to your family.
Laura, Margie, & Anna Wood
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Richard R. Reece M.D. posted a condolence
I have admired J.D. from the time I first met him. He was one of the most distinguished as well as one of the nicest indviduals I have ever known.
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John Duvall posted a condolence
J.D.Boone was a wonderfully special friend to me throughout many, many years. He had a special gift of making persons who were struggling know he cared; and he valued the long-standing confidence those he served placed in him. I send each of you in his dear family my heartfelt sympathy and love. May God bless!
John A. Duvall, Retired teacher & United Methodist pastor (Comers Rock, VA)
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The Elbert Severt Family posted a condolence
Dear Boone Family
We are so sorry to hear of J.D. passing away. We
understand how you are feeling. J.D. was one of a kind. He had a heart of gold and earned the love and respect of so many friends. I'll never forget when my dad, Elbert Severt, was in the hospital just before his death in 2003. J.D. was also in the hospital just down the hall from him. We walked down to visit with him and he was so touched about dad. At the gravesite I was very surprised to see J.D. there...standing by so faithfully to honor a friend. I was deeply touched by this because I knew he wasn't well himself,and had just left the hospital the day before, but he made such an effort to show his last respects. We are honored to have had him as a true family friend for so many years. He will be greatly missed. You all are in our prayers.
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Tonya Blevins posted a condolence
Martha and Family,
I love you guys so much. JD was one of the best men I ever knew. I was so lucky to have known him.
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USS DuPage Association posted a condolence
The entire USS Dupage Crew and friends extend their deepest condolesences to the Boone Family. We will miss him, but celebrate in having had the opportunity to cross the paths of a great and compasionate man.
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John & Billie Merritt posted a condolence
JD was a big man with a big heart. We will remember all the times he took the family to Shatley Springs for one of his favorite meals. Also all the Christmas trees he supplied thru the years to our family. He will be missed.
Love John & Billie
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Robert & Kathy McNeill posted a condolence
We extend our sincere sympathy to each one of you. Your father was a wonderful man, a man of integrity, kindness and caring. Your family has served our family for more than 50 years. We are remembering you at this difficult time. God Bless You.
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Randy Rhodes posted a condolence
JD was one of the finest men I have ever known. He will be missed. Sandy and my prayers are with your family.
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Angie Blevins posted a condolence
To the family - Since my childhood whenever I have heard the name J.D. Boone, I always thought of kindness, love, compassion, honesty, integrity - everything good. I will never ever forget all that J.D. has done for our family and our county. He was so good to my dad and for that, I am eternally grateful. My dad knew a true friend when he saw one and he indeed found a friend in J.D. It was an honor beyond measure to help care for him during his final days here on this earth. I am now awaiting the day when we can see them again and this time it will be forever. Family - take care and rest in knowing that you too had a dad, husband, and grandpa like many would love to have.
Love and prayers - Angie Blevins
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Lorene Elliott posted a condolence
Such a wonderful family. I really appreciate you all. my most precious memory is when I babysat with the children at the age of 17, newly married and fresh out of highschool. Each and everyone of you treated me so wonderfully. I never forgot you and that wonderful time, the summer of 1961. I am so sorry for your loss. He was truly a great man and meant much to my life..May God Bless each of you.
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Victoria & George Harris posted a condolence
I didn't knoow him personally. I know his sister, Mildred Rutherford. She is family, so he is too. God be with all of you. You are in our prayers and thoughts.
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Craig Wood posted a condolence
David, It saddens me to here of the passing of your father, J.D. He welcomed me into his home for dinners and accepted me as one of your friends as a teenager. He helped bring comfort to my family during our times of need.
I'm sure God is pleased with his work here on earth! My thoughts are with You, Sandy, and the rest of the family.
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April Turner posted a condolence
Dear family,
We are deeply sadden to hear about the passing of J.D. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Craig Wood posted a condolence
David, It saddens me to here of the passing of your father, J.D. He welcomed me into his home for dinners and accepted me as one of your friends as a teenager. He helped bring comfort to my family during our times of need.
I'm sure God is pleased with his work here on earth! My thoughts are with You, Sandy, and the rest of the family.
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Barbara Goodman Maynard posted a condolence
What a lose we have suffered! JD has been there for hundreds, if not thousands of us over the years. There simply are not enough words to describe what he, his service, his life have accomplished. I know that he was absolutely one of the greatest people I have ever met. Heaven is a more complete place with J.D. in it. My condolences to his family and to Ashe County as a whole.
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John & Vietta Richardson posted a condolence
We first met JD at a reunion of the USS DuPage shipmates and were immediately drawn to him as a special person and came to love him dearly. The words that best describe JD Boone is "Southern gentleman." He was gentle, soft-spoken, warm, and dignified. His shipmates will be meeting in Nashville as his friends are laying him to rest in West Jefferson. We are missing you, Old Friend. Go with God and rest in peace.
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Earl & Mary Marmie posted a condolence
We were very sorry to learn of J.D's passing. We want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Earl & Mary
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Tim Roten posted a condolence
It has been my blessing to have known J.D. I treasured or talks when I began my ministry and how much he helped me in conducting a funeral. We have lost a great man but in turn heaven gained one. I'll miss his firm hand shake and gentle spirit that always welcomed me as i entered the funeral home. I will be out of town during his services but all of you will be in my prayers. May God bless each of you Tim Roten
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Mary Nell May Burchfield posted a condolence
Did ya' know that Uncle JD could peel an apple,having one single peel?
My oldest son, now 12, remembers JD showing him how to do just that. He found that feat so amazing at age 4. I am sad that JD won't be here to show him that and much more. What a blessing JD was to me and our family. I won't be able to be with you this Saturday but I will be in thought and spirit.
BIG HUGS to you all.
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Wendy posted a condolence
Heard a song today that really hit home...God only cries for the living because we're the one's left to carry on. Uncle JD is home and heaven is glad to have him home...I know Grandma is.
I love you all and my heart aches for this huge loss. I will always cherish the special effort he always made for me and my children at Christmas. Something that will always be in my heart.
I will see you soon. My prayers are for God to hold you all in his hands to help you through this.
Love you all,
Wendy
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Maureena Edwards Denny posted a condolence
I feel as if a member of my own family has left us. I can't remember when I did not love J. D. Boone. The only man that I thought could come close to matching my Daddy's good looks was Mr. Boone. I imagine that I first saw him when he came to pick up flowers at mamaw's florist. Daddy would take me with him to Ladies Night at the Rotary Club and yes, I always made him sit where I cold be between him and Mr. Boone. My sister and I both had crushes on Mr. Boone and he was so very nice to us. I never knew anyone that had that wonderful ability to make you feel a little better at a time in your life when you could not feel anything but pain. David, you are very good but he was great. He was just so understanding. Even though our family knew him especially well, I know he extended that same warmth and kindness to everyone that came there grieving. Each weekday morning that I have had to make that trip to Boone, the one highlight was getting to see him on that billboard, a wonderful reminder of old Ashe County and my childhood. He certainly was there for me to lean on and to cry on his shoulder. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you, Jim, whom I have not seen since high school, and David, you have already seen me through quite a bit, I think of you especially. I know he is no longer in pain but I also know that even though your brain knows that, the heart still breaks. He was a memorable man and will be very much missed by all in Ashe County. All my thoughts and prayers. Maureena Edwards Denny
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McNeill, Sandra Gentry posted a condolence
To each of you our deepest sympathy.
John and Geraldine Gentry, my parents,loved J.D. Boone and Mrs. Boone as well, and all that he stood for.
Mr. and Mrs. Boone were so kind when my grandmother,Nettie Brown McNeill died, sent Mom and
Dad a beautiful bouquet of yellow roses. We shall not forget the dignity and respect always shown to each family.
Love and Prayers,
Sandra Gentry McNeill
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George Nelson posted a condolence
David,
My heartfelt condolences and sympathy are with you and your family as you grieve the passing of your father. I pray the Holy Spirit will bring you comfort now and in the days to come. Your brother in Christ, George
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Rob&Doris Eldreth posted a condolence
Ashe county has lost an icon.
You have left your mark upon us.
God Rest
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Lamon & Paula Perry posted a condolence
We are so sorry for your loss. He was a great friend to each one that passed his way. Always had an ear to lend & a heart of love. He will be greatly missed. We can only say "Thank you Mr. JD Boone, for all the care you have shown to our families over the many, many years". We will miss you,
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Lala Smith posted a condolence
This may sound selfish, but the first memory I thought of was how caring and loving J.D. and "Bert" have been to Momma. So many visits and when Momma was still at home, bringing her Ashe County butter and cheese curds. Another vivid memory I have is J.D.'s directing Billie's funeral ~~ both heartbreaking and touching. May God hold all of you in his hands and may your memories comfort you and bring you peace. Love to all. Lala
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Elaine Merritt-Rourke posted a condolence
My first memories of Uncle JD were when I was really little and he was really, really big! He picked me up down at Grandma May’s on the front porch and helped me up the steps. He picked me up like I was a feather. I really thought he was Superman, for a long time, and in many ways, he was!
I loved to come over to North Carolina to the old house with the big front porch and play with all the cousins. I surely did love going to Shatley Springs and eating the wonderful family style food that Uncle JD always wanted to take us to when we would come over.
My mother especially appreciated the country ham ya’ll sent to us. All of us loved and admired the Christmas trees—it made Christmas so much more meaningful for all of us. Especially when I lived far away from home, it was such a beautiful “Home Coming� to see Uncle JD’s Christmas trees, ablaze with lights and ornaments. His—and all the family’s thoughtfulness, is surely remembered and revered. I still remember, too, getting bee stung several times when helping with the tree trimming!
Later in life, when my husband Pat’s father died in Virginia, I came, as so many others have, to understand just what a great job he does in his chosen career in the funeral work. We felt so alone there and did not have a clue as to what to do or even who to call. Uncle JD gave us all the information of what to do and how to do it. He even made a lot of calls for us. He made that difficult time for Pat (who is an only child) so much easier.
A few years later, when Mom died suddenly of a heart attack, Uncle JD came through for us again, in so many ways—not only professionally with helping us with all the funeral arrangements, but personally, helping us all deal with the grief and shock of the sudden death. When Daddy died, JD was there, again, helping us all. For that, our entire family is very grateful and appreciative.
We will hold each of you close in our thoughts and prayers. I found this saying, which I hope will bring some comfort to you: “When one man dies, one chapter is NOT torn out of the book, but translated into a better language� (John Donne)
The death we see as final is just a door. And our physical parting does not sever our spiritual ties.
I know there is a big welcoming party going on in Heaven for Uncle JD
We love you all! And I know I am speaking for all the family! My sister Laurie is on "hurricane evacuation" duty in Savannah, GA, and cannot attend. But she is thinking about you all and sending her thoughts and prayers for your comfort. Likewise, my brother Les, who is at Kennedy Space Center working, cannot attend, but is also sending his love and prayers. John and Billie, Carl, Pat and I hope to be there, to tell you in person and to give you hugs and support!
Love you all,
Elaine Merritt-Rourke
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Scott Morris posted a condolence
David, I am so sorry to hear about JD. He was always very kind to me and that I will never forget. I terribly sorry I can't attend the services but you know to well how this business is. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
Scott Morris- Hayworth-Miller
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Terry Hayworth posted a condolence
To David and family: J.D. was a true gentleman and leader in funeral service in northwestern N.C. His manner has been a model for the rest of us. My sincere sympathy to you and your family.
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Leslie Colvard posted a condolence
J.D. is remembered as a mentor to many of us, a friend to all, and an outstanding member of the community. He will long be remembered for his legacy of service to the community and his family, and what he did for those of us who had the privelege of knowing him.
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June Darnell posted a condolence
Mr. Boone has shown true care, concern and love when my family was served by Boone Funeral Services and Ashelawn. I attended high school with his son, Jim, and send my love and sympathy.
The residents of Ashe and surrounding counties have lost a good friend and God has accepted his son into his arms.
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Tim Eller posted a condolence
Dear Boone Family:
I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Boone on the occasion of the death of a family member of mine (Russell Lyall). As a Funeral Director myself, I tend to look at others in the profession to see how I could improve the way I care for grieving families. I was so impressed by Mr. Boone. He represented the best of what this business is all about; it's not just a job, it is a calling. He demonstrated the highest level of care and concern I have ever seen. He certainly was a man to be admired and I am glad I had the opportunity to met him, if only briefly. Please be assured that the Boone Family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
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Janet Walker-Roop posted a condolence
To the Boone Family,I have always had the highest respect and esteem for your Husband and Father. He was truly one of a kind. He was always so kind to our family and that will never be forgotten. David , you have mighty big footprints to follow.My thoughts and prayers are with you, Janet
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Rebecca O. Roten posted a condolence
David, sorry to hear about your day. Everytime I seen him, no matter how he feel, he would smile. He will be missed by all.
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Rebecca O. Roten posted a condolence
David, sorry to hear about your day. Everytime I seen him, no matter how he feel, he would smile. He will be missed by all.
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Marcia Lowder posted a condolence
My Dear Friends Martha, Donnie, Mama Boone and all..Know that my heart is with you all, even though my body cannot be. I am doing what my Papa Boone would want me to be, take care of Mom. So many of my memories of my life in Ashe County are connected to all of you. When I think of Papa Boone, I think of calm strength. Wrap your arms around yourself and know that there are 2 hugs coming from Winston-Salem, one from me and one from Mom. You are in our prayers...Love in Christ...Marcia and Patricia(Mom) Lowder
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Carol May Nidiffer posted a condolence
I have wonderful memories of my Uncle JD. I remember how we looked forward to our Christmas tree from JD. The tree seemed so special because it was grown by the always smiling, tall, kind uncle with the deep, calming voice and my sweet and beautiful Aunt Bertha Lou.
Thank you my cousins for sharing the interesting story in the obituary about the Navy experience. What an honorable man was your father. I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
Carol
"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal". ~From a headstone in Ireland
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John and Ilene Roten posted a condolence
I am very sorry for your loss of a loving father and a great friend to all who knew him. I am sorry I am unable to attend the services, but my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Hope to see him soon in that Eternal Home of Rest of our Heavenly Father.
Faternally in Brotherly Love
John and Ilene Roten
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Gary McDowell posted a condolence
David,
So sorry to hear about your dad's death. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Bryan & Terry Edwards posted a condolence
Dear David & Sandy,
We want to express our sympathy to you and the family. I am sorry that we will be out of town and unable to attend the service for you father, but you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Friends,
Bryan & Terry Edwards
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Robert G. McNeill family posted a condolence
Dear Boone Family,
We cherish the memory of Mr. J. D. Boone. He truly was a gentleman that brought joy to all who knew him. Robert recalls fondly of times he helped Mr. Boone and especially the visits to his home.
Martha, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
May God grant you comfort today and in days to follow. Keep your memories and recall them often - they will bring you much joy.
With Christian love,
Robert and Asleen McNeill
Jimmy and Joyce McNeill & Family
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Becky B. Houck posted a condolence
Jimmy, Klyda and David:
Please know that our thoughts and prayer's are with you and your family at this sad, and almost unbearable time in your life from three that have already been there.
God will give you better days soon.
Becky Badger Houck, Lois Badger Miller and Jennifer Badger Holman
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Scott Blevins posted a condolence
Your family has always been special. My mother was grateful for the special care she received after the sudden passing of my dad. I don't know if mother knew the new funeral home was ready but she would not have wanted it any other way. Mr. Boone was a wonderful man and he touched many lives. It is a wonderful blessing to have someone who cares when folks are in times of deepest sorrow. Our prayers and sympathy go out to your family.
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Bryce Blackburn Jacksonville Fl posted a condolence
My thoughts and prayers are for the family during this time. He was a Great Man and was a pleasure to have known him for many years.
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Randy Calhoun posted a condolence
I remember working for J.D. in the christmas trees during the summer when I was out of school With my grandfather Lillard Hoosier and my brother Richard Calhoun. J.D. was so gentile in his words and actions that made you really care for him. Over the years he has come to several of our family functions and I have really thought of him as family. If you needed him he would be there.
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Glenda Elliott Goodman posted a condolence
Family of Mr. Boone,
As I heard of the passing of your Father, my memories took me back years ago when I was a child, to small to view the body of a dear neighbor, or loved one, your Father would take the time to pick me up in his arms so I could see. What a caring and kind man he was. He will be greatly missed. You have our sympathy and prayers. Remember your families love is forever. Glenda Elliott Goodman
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Phyllis and Jim Lewis posted a condolence
I worked one summer at Greenfield, Mr Boone would come for a late lunch on a slow day, sometimes with his wife or son, sometimes alone. We had a lot of long conversations. I enjoyed his views on a lot of subjects, mostly I enjoyed hearing him talk. He was truly a gentleman. He will be missed. May God comfort you all.
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Becky McNeill Mullis posted a condolence
Dear Boone family,
I was saddened to learn of the death of J.D. Boone. He was such a fine man. Both my parents thought so much of him. He was so helpful to me when my father,Jack McNeill, died. I really felt blessed to have the help of all of you. You are in my prayers during this sad time.
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Kermit Dancy posted a condolence
JD was first class. I will always remember the manner in which he treated the pastor's who had the duty of saying farwell for those who had lost a loved one through death. He was helpful to me because I was always anxious about my task A few words from JD gave me the courage to do what he said, "You do it best", My love to the family. Kermit Danch
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Pat Bare Severt posted a condolence
David i was so sorry to hear that your dad had passed away. He always made me feel as if he had known me all his life. He was a wonderful person.Hold on to the good times you had together.And the memories of a wonderful family.
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Keith Goodman posted a condolence
My deepest sympathies to the entire Boone Family. I remember going with Dad, the late Kenny Goodman of Todd, to visitations at Ashelawn when I was a boy. Mr. Boone always treated us with the utmost respect, Dad thought the world of Mr. Boone as did I, he always remembered me no matter how long it had been since seeing him. He was a kind and gentle man and will be missed by all of Ashe county.
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Ed and Ann Paisley posted a condolence
David and family,
We were so saddened to hear of
Mr. Boone's passing while we
were out of town. He was certainly one of
the most distinguished and
gracious Southern gentleman
that we ever had the pleasure of knowing. He was our very special friend, brother
Mason, and a shining example of a great humanitarian. Ashe County will miss him
tremendously, and we will as well. Our thoughts and
prayers are with you and your
family. Please know that
we will always fondly cherish
our years of friendship with
your dad.
Love and prayers,
Ann and Ed Paisley
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Robert Scott Wilson posted a condolence
To all the Boone family, I'm totaly devistated, to find out about JD's passing.Had been trying to get up to Ashe Co.But since my MI,I don't get out much.I just want u all to know. JD was like a father to me.Last year, something told me to call and talk to David or Guess who answered - JD we talked for about an hour bringing back old memories.I have never had a boss who treated me like family. If everyone was like JD the world would be a perfect place.He taught me so much, especially how to walk w/ a family, during the most dificult time in their lives.JD was loved by all, The last time I saw him working a graveside in Todd.I told him he & David were the best bosses, ever.He said Y Robert, you're not an employee your family.Everyone Your Father was a not a prince JD was a KING...to all. Ashe County has lost a pillar,in the community.and at home. Bertha Lou,David,Kilda,Martha,Donnie, and Danny I love you all.My thoughts and prayers are wih each and everyone of you. Robert...
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Rev. Ervel Jones posted a condolence
Mr. Boone was an inspiration to me in many things. I am thankful to have known such a GREAT man.
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Pam Laurence posted a condolence
Danny and I were very sorry to hear of your father's passing. I know it is a hard time for you but enjoy all the memories and know you will see him again someday in Heaven. Our thoughts are with your family.
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Fred Eisenhowr posted a condolence
With Heart felt sorrow, my thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Boone family.
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Beverly Lewis posted a condolence
David, my sincere sympathy to you and Sandy and your whole family. Your dad was a very impressive man and I know he was a special dad. In Christian Love, Beverly
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David and Jo Ann Swift posted a condolence
Mrs. Boone,
Please know you and the family are in our thoughts and prayers...we love you and Mr. Boone and treasure our friendship with you and the rest of the family. We thought of you as good neighbors and beloved friends.
David and Jo Ann Swift
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Nathaniel J. Holman posted a condolence
To the Boone Family,
As many have stated already, J.D. was a true professional and a shining example of what was "right" in the world of funeral service and beyond. I certainly feel for you all. You have lost a husband and father and Ashe County has lost a legend. May God bless you all.
In Sympathy,
Nathaniel
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J. Martin Gaither posted a condolence
I just learned of Mr. Boone's death this morning. Even though I met him only once, I considered him a great friend. He had a sincere love of people and funeral service & Ashe County lost a great champion. I send my sympathy to Mrs. Boone, David & Sandy, & the remainder of his family. J. Martin Gaither
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MSG JAMES MILEWSKI posted a condolence
I came to know Mr Boone through the USS DuPage APA 41 Association. He served with my father on the ship during World War II. He was a kind and caring man and will be greatly missed by all. Rest in Peace young sailor.
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