Fort Worth, Texas
1924 - 2011
John Booker Jr., 86, a retired mail carrier, passed away Friday, May 27, 2011, at a Fort Worth hospital. Celebration of life: 1:30 p.m. Friday, June 3, at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, the Rev. Carol Gibson, pastor. Interment: 9 a.m. Monday, June 6, in Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery. Family hour: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at historic Baker Funeral Home. Mr. Booker was born Sept. 9, 1924, in Cameron. He was honorably discharged as a sergeant from the U.S. Army and graduated from Wiley College. He retired from the U.S. Postal Service and also worked as a chemist for the Fort Worth Water Department. He was a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, American Legion #868, Fort worth Charms Inc. and Highland Hills Men's Club. His wife, Altonette, preceded him in death in 2004. Survivors: Son, Roderick Booker (Janet); daughter, Natalie Booker of Los Angeles; grandchildren, LaDarron Catha of Pine Bluff, Ark., and Vincent Booker; and goddaughter, Cynthia McConney and family of New York City.
Natalie and Roderick, I worked with Altonette at Bell for many years. Your mom and dad inspired and encouraged everyone that knew them. May your fond memories sustain you. My condolences, love and prayers are with you.
Evelyn Francis
June 19, 2011 | Arlington, TX
Natalie and Roderick,
Sending my love; I will keep you in prayer. Please feel free to contact me if you wish.
Adrian D. Thornton,
[email protected]
Adrian Thornton
June 18, 2011 | Fort Worth, TX
May the peace and comfort of God be with you Natalie & Roderick as you mourn the loss and celebrate the life of your Dad. Mr. Booker, thanks for the over 40 yrs of laughs and "my,my,my" that you gave to me and Natalie as we grew up.
Love you guys with all my heart!
Pier Crenshaw
June 03, 2011 | Desoto, TX
Natalie & Roderick,
Know that my prayers and deepest sympathy are with you. Love,
Angela Smith
June 03, 2011 | Arlington, TX
My heartfelt sympathy to Natahlie and Roderick, childhood friends of my daughter. My prayers are with you. Love, Carol Glover
June 02, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We love you and miss you always. Thank-you for embracing us with love and kindness words cannot express how much we will miss you. With Love
Gloria Catha
June 02, 2011 | Memphis, TN
We have very fond memories of JB and altonette over the last 50+ years. They were a part of our extended family, and will be greatly missed. We send our prayers and condolences to the family. With Love.
Oscar Haswell & Family
June 02, 2011 | Plano, TX
I remember Bro. Booker for his big smile and always having cigar. He was one of the first Alumni members I met after being initiated into Alpha Phi Alpha and he was very supportive. He and Mrs. Booker were major supporters of Jubilee Theatre and their support is one of the reason Jubilee is able to celebrate 30 years of existence. He will be missed.
Blake Moorman
June 01, 2011 | Arlington, TX
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Baker Funeral Home
June 01, 2011 | Fort Worth, TX