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Frank Albert Booker, of Waco, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, March 29, 2007 at the home of his daughter and son-in-law in Robinson. Services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 3, at Pleasant Olive Baptist Church, 1600 League St. in Waco, with Pastor Herb Lewis officiating. Burial will follow at Rosemound Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. and prayer services will be from 7 to 8 p.m. Monday, April 2, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Chapel. He attended grade school through high school in Anson, Texas. At the age of 17, Frank joined the Job Corp in San Marcus. After he graduated, he was drafted into the military and served 2 tours of duty in Vietnam. He was injured and spent several months in the hospital in San Antonio. Mr. Booker moved to Waco in 1971, after being stationed at Fort Sills, Okla. He started his career at the V.A. Hospital, in Waco, in February 1972 through March 24, 2006, until his illness forced him to retire. He was a member of Greater Bosqueville Baptist Church, under the leadership of Pastor Allen Burr. He reunited with the Greater Macedonia Baptist Church, Pastor Herb Lewis. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Denise Booker, 2 daughters, Tasha and husband, PatrickGaither and Tewanna and husband, Artis Hopkins; son, Gavin Booker; his parents, Ed and Loretta Booker of Waco; five sisters, Doris and husband, James Collins, Gwen and husband, James Jefferson, Debra and husband, Benjamin Wiggins, Barbara Booker and Cheryl Booker; four brothers, Edward Booker, Michael Booker, Bobby Booker and Marlon DeRosse Ricketts. He is also survived by seven grandchildren; best friends, Wanda F. Booker and Pastor Alvin Taylor; a special sister-in-law, LaNell Parker; and a host of other relatives and friends. The family invites you to leave a message or memory in our "Memorial Guestbook" at www.wilkirsonhatchbailey.com. December 5, 1947 - March 29, 2007 Sign the Guest Book at www.wacotrib.com

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Published by Waco Tribune-Herald from Mar. 30 to Apr. 2, 2007.

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Mary Cook

April 17, 2007

To Gwen and the Booker family, Frank was man that took life serious, he will be missed. Gwen hang in there.

Aaron Rush

April 5, 2007

To Tasha, and the Booker family:
May God bless you and your family, in your time of sorrow.
You are in our prayers.
Waco High Class of 98.

Irene Toliver

April 4, 2007

Roman's 8:28
"And we know that in all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose".

Frank is no longer here with us on earth but will always be in our heart. He will certainly be missed because he was dearly loved by so many. He touched many lives.

Tasha, you have nothing to be sad about because you have been a wonderful daughter. Keep the faith and the Lord will see you through it all. We love you too.
Your Cousins,
William & Irene Toliver

Sara Fuller

April 4, 2007

Frank Booker was there for me when my own father left my mother and I. He kept up with how I was doing in school and how I was doing in every aspect of my life. In a way he was one of my (adopted) fathers. He was kind, funny, and full of life. He will be remembered as the strongest man I ever had the privilage to know. And to the family who was left behind; Thank you for all your phone calls, your kindness, and love. I will always remember that man my mother introduced to me as a gentelman in blue jeans, boots, and that cowboy hat. I just want you to know that those who knew him will always be there if you call. I personally enjoyed the service that was held. I actually smilled and laughed that day. Thank You So Much.

Frank Curre

April 3, 2007

A brother in arms, always singing his heart out on memorial days and walking with strength and courage thru out his illness has touched the lives of so many. Frank is what the spirit of America is all about.. He will be truly missed.
PEARL HARBOR SURVIVORS ASSO.
CHAPTER 10, WACO, TEXAS
Frank Curre Jr

Margaret & Cory Mendoza

April 3, 2007

God bless you all in your time of sorrow. Booker was a good friend to me for many years at the VA. When we worked on the same building and I had a car that didn't work well, he always made sure I got it started before he left. When the roads were icy, he would pick me up and take me home from work. He was a joy to work with and helped me through a hard time at work. I will miss him.

Paul & Nancy Martindale

April 3, 2007

"Booker" was a very special, caring person. He loved his family so much
and he still had enough for the rest of us. He was truly one of the good guys, We will miss him.

Linda and Edward Lee

April 3, 2007

Frank has been a long time friend for over 20yrs,going from baseball to helping veterans . He was always there; smiling , encouraging and reaching out to help. He is a man who surely walks with God. Our prayers are with the BOOKER family.

natasha mcafee-rockmore

April 3, 2007

Tasha we are praying that God will continue to be your strength. Expect the favor of The LORD to pour out like you never seen before. You honored
your Dad as God commanded us to do.
SO EXPECT FAVOR

david mcculloch

April 3, 2007

iam so sorry for you lost. my prayers are with your family

Shirley Mims

April 2, 2007

To The Family:
Our hearts goes out to you at this time.We pray that God will give you the strength that you need.
From- Pastor Frank Montgomery And the Marshall Chapel Missionary B/C of Waco, Texas

William and Alzada Kennedy

April 2, 2007

Our prayer are with you trust in the Lord.

JOAN BELL

April 2, 2007

EVERYONE LOVE YOU ,SO THIS IS NOT SAY-ING GOOD-BYE BUT UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN. MAY GOD BE WITH ALL OF YOU AND HOLD YOU IN HIS POWERFUL HANDS.

HARVEY CHRISTMAN&FAMILY

April 2, 2007

OUR PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU THE FAMILY,AND I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER FRANK.
SORRY YOU FOR YOUR LOST.

ROBERT CARTER

April 2, 2007

FRANK FOR WHAT YOU DID FOR YOUR COUNTRY, FOR WAHT YOU DID FOR THE VETERAN, And FOR BEING MY FRIEND. I THANK YOU REST IN PEACE AND I WILL RIDE WITH YOU AGAIN ONE DAY.

Martha Morris

April 2, 2007

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Donnie McLean

April 2, 2007

May God be with you and your family in your time of grief.

Eddie Henderson

April 2, 2007

My prayers are with you, with sympathy.

Virginia Dillard

April 2, 2007

Gwen,
I am so sorry for your families great loss. Booker was a great friend. No-one will every be able to replace your brother, just remember he will always be close to you as he is with the lord now. If there is anything I can do for you please let me know.

Ruby Weaver and Family

April 2, 2007

Gwen, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief. I will miss hearing Frank's great singing voice. May God bless you.

Tom & Donna Stone

April 2, 2007

Frank, you are and were a brother to us - we will miss you so much - the memories of our times together will be etched in our hearts and minds forever. To Frank's family - for everyone that was fortunate enough to cross paths with Frank will be forever touched by his love for God, his family, his friends and his Country. God Bless all of you. With love,

Guadalupe Rodriguez

April 2, 2007

Sorry for your loss. I worked with Frank for several years at the V.A. Hospital. He was always an inspiration in his dedication to his work with PTSD veterans. My prayers are with the family. God bless you. Chaplain Guadalupe Rodriguez.

Dora Wilson

April 2, 2007

My prayers are with the family at this time of sorrow. Frank was good person and will be missed.

Terri Franklin

April 2, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

madelyn surita

April 2, 2007

My condolences and deepest sympathy.In this time of mourning and sadness. May god show you all his mercy during your time of grief and sarrow.

Beverly Driver

April 2, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Wade Green

April 2, 2007

May god bless you in this time of sorrow.

Freddy Pullen

April 1, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Ester Maladdie-Pullen

April 1, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

James Vain

April 1, 2007

To The Booker Family, our heart go out to the family. You all are in our prayers.

Carylon Marshall

April 1, 2007

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Judy Pierce Campbell

April 1, 2007

My condolences to the Booker family. Frank was a friend and fellow employee at the VA for many years. He will not be forgotten.

Ed and Sammie Candler

April 1, 2007

Frank meant so much to me by helping me get through the PTSD Unit at Waco. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and know that he will never be forgotten.

The Huser Family

April 1, 2007

Booker, has been a friend of our family for about 20 years. He sang at Ms. Marguerite's funeral, helped some of us move and most of all was a dear friend to all of us. He was always willing to help even when he was feeling bad. What a great man of God. There is no doubt that he is sitting at the right hand of God. We love you Booker and will always miss your wonderful voice, hugs and most of all those great words of enouragement.

April 1, 2007

I 'am sorry for your loss. I went to school with Booker and he also worked on my cars. He will be missed by all. Peace be with your family. God Bless

Ella Scott

April 1, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Will & Glenda Dominique Ascencio

March 31, 2007

We will miss Frank as he has a special place in our hearts.Know that our thoughts and prayers are with the Family.

Joyce Harvey-Polk

March 30, 2007

May God bless you and keep you in his care. Remember Psalm 23. We are praying for Gods peace and strength.
The Harvey and Polk Families

Todd & Blake Tipton

March 30, 2007

One of the Best Person I've have every had the pleasure to call a friend. you will be missed by all.

Gary Hunt

March 30, 2007

As one of the many, many veterans that Frank worked with, suffered with and loved through their individual journeys towards healing, thank you God, for this remarkable man. Semper Fi, Frank.
We'll remember. We'll remember.

Gary Hunt and Rosie Beck
Austin, Texas

Brenda Robinson

March 30, 2007

To the family, be strong, Frank is in a better place, to suffer pain and discomfort no more. Hold on to God's hand, He will see you through.
Be in God's Peace,
Brenda Raglin-Robinson

Mindy Bannister

March 30, 2007

To Booker's Waco family from his Abilene "family"--"Booker" was very special to us & will be greatly missed. We are honored to have been his friends. You all are in our thoughts & prayers. May God bless and keep you.
Mike, Mindy & Miller Bannister

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