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Melvin David “Junior” Boone, Jr.

Date of Death: July 4, 2020

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Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Wednesday 7/8, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Stream Service
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Thursday 7/9, 11:00 am

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Cemetery
Shenandoah Memorial Park Mausoleum
1270 Front Royal Pike
Winchester, Virginia 22602
Thursday 7/9

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Memorial

Memorial contributions may be made to:

Blue Ridge Hospice
333 W. Cork Street
Suite 405
Winchester, Virginia 22601

Charity of donor’s choice

Melvin David “Junior” Boone, Jr., 72, of Frederick County, VA passed away Saturday, July 4, 2020, surrounded by family at his home.

Junior was born in 1948 in Winchester, VA, son of Kathleen Boone and the late Melvin Boone, Sr. He graduated from James Wood High School, Class of 1967 and was a veteran of the United States Army, having served during the Vietnam conflict. Junior was a Lead Operator in the Finishing Department at Rubbermaid Commercial Products, retiring in 2007. His love for dirt track and auto racing was undeniable. At age 15 he worked at Winchester Speedway and started driving a racecar when he was a junior in high school. Junior enjoyed restoring vintage race cars and was a classic car enthusiast. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and a loyal friend to all.

He married Amy Diane Vance on February 24, 1969 in Winchester, VA.

Surviving with his mother and his wife is a daughter, Terri Ann Payne (Brian) of Clear Brook, VA; grandson, Tyler Michael Payne of Clear Brook, VA; sisters, Judy Carlyle (David), Kathy McIntosh (Walter), and Donna Armel (Scott) all of Winchester, VA.

A visitation will be from 6 pm to 8 pm on Wednesday at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel.

A funeral service will be conducted at 11 am on Thursday at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel with Pastor Alan Morrison officiating. Entombment will be in Shenandoah Memorial Park Mausoleum.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Junior’s memory to Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 W. Cork Street, Suite 405, Winchester, VA 22601 or a charity of donor’s choice.

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Visitation
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Map
Wednesday 7/8, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Service
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Map
Thursday 7/9, 11:00 am
Cemetery
Shenandoah Memorial Park Mausoleum
1270 Front Royal Pike
Winchester, Virginia 22602
Map
Thursday 7/9
Memorial

Memorial contributions may be made to:

Blue Ridge Hospice
333 W. Cork Street
Suite 405
Winchester, Virginia 22601

Charity of donor’s choice

Melvin David “Junior” Boone, Jr., 72, of Frederick County, VA passed away Saturday, July 4, 2020, surrounded by family at his home. Junior was born in 1948 in Winchester, VA, son of Kathleen Boone and the late Melvin Boone, Sr. He graduated from James Wood High School, Class of 1967 and was a veteran ofContinue Reading

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Roger Jenkins left a message on July 10, 2020:
Jr was the nicest guy and a good friend. I will miss his visits to the garage where we could talk racing for hours. Loved to see him racing back in the day. He will be missed. We will keep the family in our prayers.
Danna Doyle left a message on July 9, 2020:
Diane, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. May your precious moments with Junior and the sympathy of friends help to comfort you. Mom and I often reminisced about the VOT students she trained and thought so much of. She passed last December. With heartfelt wishes for strength and peace, Danna Doyle
Terry Rhodes left a message on July 9, 2020:
Diane and Terri, I am deeply sorry for your loss. I hope you feel the love that surrounds you, now and always What the two of you had was truly special and will forever be a part of you. Praying for your healing, comfort, strength and peace during this painful time. ... celebrating an amazing life and wishing you comfort in your memories.
Phyllis Harris (Swisher) left a message on July 8, 2020:
My heart and prayers are with Diane, Terri, Judy and family members. My first memories of Junior started with his pick up truck! Then racing at Winchester Speedway with my Daddy at his side. Later a family trip to Virginia Beach to vist me. Remembering how Junior and Daddy shared a friendship. My love to all who shared his time on Earth.
Glenn Nininger Sr. left a message on July 8, 2020:
Prayers for the family and I will always remember that smile on his face when he put the helmet on and got into his racecar in 2019.Rest in peace Junior and you will be missed.
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Kim and Billy Clem left a message on July 8, 2020:
Terri and Diane, we are so very sorry for your loss. You both are in our hearts and our prayers. We sure miss seeing him pull into the garage and having him sit and talk about the old days. He truly was one of the best and we will forever cherish all of the memories.
randy Tinsman left a message on July 8, 2020:
Watched Junior race many years ago. He was a ford guy for sure. Got to know him better the last couple of years. A very nice man and loved talking about racing. Prayers for his wife,family and friends. He will be missed.
Bobbie Humphreys left a message on July 8, 2020:
Diane, you and your family our in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry to hear about your loss. Praying for peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Terri Boone Payne left a message on July 7, 2020:
I love you Dad. I miss you so much already.
Annette & David Daggett left a message on July 7, 2020:
Praying for the family
Diane Boone left a message on July 7, 2020:
In memory of Melvin David "Junior" Boone, Jr., Diane Boone lit a candle
Doug Dellinger left a message on July 6, 2020:
My Condolence goes out to the Boone Family. “Junior” was a great guy and always seemed to have a smile on his face. The “ Dirt Tracks” have lost another “WARRIOR”. I will miss “ Sneaking Up “ on you in your pick-up truck in the Winchester Speedway Pits Parking lot and tapping on your driver window and watching you “jump” ! :-) . You were a Great Guy and you will be missed. When i hear Thunder from now on, I’ll wonder if its you leading the Feature in Heaven. .........GIT ‘EM !!!!
Wendy Schollian left a message on July 6, 2020:
I am so sorry to hear this, I was lucky to have been able to know Mr. Boone. Your family is in my prayers.
Mick Chrisman left a message on July 6, 2020:
So sorry to all the family. Glad I met you guys about 2 years ago. Junior was my driver back in the 70s. Going to miss him.❤
Joye Hundley left a message on July 5, 2020:
Prayers for peace, comfort and strength for Diane and Terri at this sorrowful time. Rejoice in knowing a new body and renewed spirit are in paradise now with our Lord. You will reunite one day. Love you both so very much ❤️
Omps Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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