John Riley Boone
October 1, 1943 — August 20, 2018
John Riley Boone, 74, of Conway peacefully passed away August 20, 2018. He was born October 1, 1943 to William Lambert Boone & Sadie Elsie Boone in Hot Springs, AR. He was preceded in death by both parents and his siblings: Richard Boone, Evelyn Amaya, Pat Henderson, and Leroy Boone.
He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Susan Boone; five siblings Thomas Boone, Lona Garlon, Betty Monroe, Howard Boone, & Daniel Boone; four children and their spouses: Johnny Boone (Jenny), Kurtis Boone (Lisa), Jennifer Phillips (James), & Brandon Boone; four grandchildren: Kristul Gifford, John Riley Phillips, Jaxon Phillips, & Katlyn Boone; as well as two great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.
John was a kind, loving, and caring man. He was a masterful mechanic who enjoyed being outdoors and helping others. He was most passionate about riding his motorcycles, traveling around the country, and spending time with his family. He will be missed.
Visitation will be held Saturday, August 25, 2018 from 1-2 PM with a Celebration of Life starting at 2 PM at Bishop-Crites Funeral Home in Greenbrier, AR. Honorary pall bearers are Brandon Boone, James Phillips, Roger Roberson, Richie Battles and Chuck Boone.
He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Susan Boone; five siblings Thomas Boone, Lona Garlon, Betty Monroe, Howard Boone, & Daniel Boone; four children and their spouses: Johnny Boone (Jenny), Kurtis Boone (Lisa), Jennifer Phillips (James), & Brandon Boone; four grandchildren: Kristul Gifford, John Riley Phillips, Jaxon Phillips, & Katlyn Boone; as well as two great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.
John was a kind, loving, and caring man. He was a masterful mechanic who enjoyed being outdoors and helping others. He was most passionate about riding his motorcycles, traveling around the country, and spending time with his family. He will be missed.
Visitation will be held Saturday, August 25, 2018 from 1-2 PM with a Celebration of Life starting at 2 PM at Bishop-Crites Funeral Home in Greenbrier, AR. Honorary pall bearers are Brandon Boone, James Phillips, Roger Roberson, Richie Battles and Chuck Boone.
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