Pettersburg, Virginia
Mr. Willie A. Marks, affectionately known to many as "Boonie" or "Boonie Fisher," 63, of McKenney, Va., passed away unexpectedly Sunday, Feb. 15, 2009, at Southside Regional Medical Center.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Bessie Fisher Day; son, Marlo "Rambo" Jones; and grandsons, Caleb Echavarria and Darius Jones. He received his education in the Dinwiddie County Public School System. He was a truck driver with Bill's Trucking, Chesterfield, Va., until his retirement in January 2008. Willie was previously employed at the former Bandbox record shop in downtown Richmond, Va., and Central State Hospital in Petersburg, Va. He enjoyed sitting with his friends and watching the goings-on in McKenney, and loved hunting with his grandson, Da'Shawn, and fishing with his grandchildren, family and friends.
Willie is survived by his loving wife, Eugenia (Jean) C. Marks; his children, Isadore Jones, Buckingham, Va., Keith (Gertrude) Jones, New Jersey, Darryl (Angie) Jones, Lawrenceville, Va., and Zemoria Jones Richmond, Va., Euphemia (Vickie) Jones, Richmond, Va.; one stepson, George Harrison III, Atlanta; two stepdaughters, Danielle Jones, McKenney, Va., and Alexis Jones, Midlothian, Va; brother, Clarence Marks, Richmond; stepbrothers, Larry and Lewis Lambert, Richmond, Va., Alexander Marks (Barbara), West Virginia, Louis Hall, McKenney; sister, Deneen Person, McKenney; stepfather, Johnny Day, McKenney, Va.; numerous nieces and nephews; 25 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends, among them Harry Smith, Charles Glass, Ashton Coleman, Peter Smith, Jennie Jones. Willie will be remembered for having the gift of making you smile or laugh no matter what.
A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2009, at the Big Bethel Baptist Church, McKenney, with the Rev. Alvin Gurley officiating and the Rev. Wanda Wallace eulogizing. Burial will commence at the First Baptist Church, McKenney. Friends may contact the family at 18406 Southern Ave., McKenney, Va., and (804) 721-9903. They will also receive friends at the funeral home at 7 on Friday evening.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home, 11107 Doyle Blvd., McKenney, Va., (804) 478-4411.
I was sorry to hear about your lost may God comfort you and that you loved him but God loved him best. I met him through Keith Marks when we hauled for Wal-Mart . I ' ll never forget the good times we had .
Cornelius (Small Talk ) Jefferson Jr.
February 20, 2009 | Richmond, VA
Sorry about your loss.Bonnie was a great friend.He always made everyone laugh.If you need anything please let us know.We are here for you..
Horace & Nina Mayton
February 20, 2009 | Mckenney, VA
2/19/09
Jean:
My heart goes out to you and your family over your loss. I grew up with Boonie and he was a very familiar face in our house.
He was a good man and a very good and dependable friend. His laughter and craziness will be forever remembered. Please know that he will be missed.
Jo Ann Jones
February 19, 2009 | Richmond, VA
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
PAMELA FISHER & DONNIE LASSITER
February 19, 2009 | PETERSBURG, VA
Jean,
Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this
difficult time. We will truly miss ol' Boonie around here at Bill's
Trucking, ecspecially that big old laugh. (Imagine the havoc that him and Keith are stirring up in Heaven now!)
Know that God will give you the peace and comfort that you need. In times of our weakness, He IS Strong.
We are praying for you and your family!
Bill, Leah, Troy, Angie, Dominick and all of his friends at Bill's Trucking, Inc.
Leah White
February 18, 2009 | Chesterfield, VA
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Rotell Russell
February 18, 2009 | Henrico Co., VA
Ika,Keith,Vickie,Daryl, Mora
In ways big and small,
your father's life
changed our world
and left it a better place,
and touched too many hearts
to ever be forgotten.
May you find comfort
in knowing that many people
share your sadness.
Aunt Bea & Zebra,Nikita,Sharnika,Zion Booth
February 17, 2009 | McKenney, VA
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
LISA WYCHE, DAISY SMITH
February 17, 2009 | PETERSBURG, VA
TIMES LIKE THIS IS VERY HARD AND EVEN HARDER TO UNDERSTAND..BUT JUST KNOW THAT GOD AS A PURPOSE FOR EVERYTHING HE DOES. AND KNOW THAT HE IS WELL TAKEN CARE OF.......MISSED BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN
KODIE, SHAMEKA AND KANEISHA TAYLOR
February 17, 2009 | PETERSBURG/HOPEWELL, VA
