Lawrence R. Boone Jr.'s Obituary
Lawrence R. "Sonny" Boone Jr. age 72 the eldest son of Lawrence Sr. and Melda Boone was born on March 11, 1952, in Mt. pleasant, Michigan. Larry, also known by his family and close friends as Sonny, had been battling cancer over the course of the past year. Despite treatment, he passed away quietly at home with his family at his side on Tuesday, May 2, 2024.
A graduate of Fruitport High School, Sonny was a lifelong resident of the Muskegon area. He served in the United States Army overseas from 1971 to 1973; after being honorably discharged from the military, he enrolled in and attended Muskegon Community College on the G.I. Bill. After a couple of years attending college, Sonny decided to travel a good deal around the country and lived in Colorado for several years before coming back to Michigan to complete his education. He graduated from Western Michigan University with a teaching degree in 1991 and embarked up a career in education for 23 years.
Sonny led an active life. As a young man, he enjoyed playing baseball at McRea Field with other local guys during the summer for better than a decade and had fond memories of those days. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing with friends, and especially enjoyed going on camping excursions with his family. Sonny was also passionate about playing music, and as a guitarist, he played in several local rock bands over the years and cherished the relationships he had developed with other local musicians.
Sonny is survived by his wife and partner of thirty years, Joann (Dynes) Boone and their daughter, Madison Boone, as well as his two children from a previous marriage, Ericka Boone, and Tony Pletcher. He also leaves behind his siblings, Kimberly Boone, Michael Boone, David Boone, and Mark Boone. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Tommy D. Boone.
There will be a memorial service for Sonny at Calvary Bible Church, 4617 Grand Haven Road, Norton Shores, Michigan 49441. The service will be held on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Lee Coggin officiating. Visitation will be held from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. A luncheon will follow immediately after the service. Allowing family and friends to gather and socialize. Flower arrangements can be sent directly to Calvary Bible Church.
Arrangements by Shoreline Memorial Services -- Muskegon Chapel (231)-722-5050
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