Roberta Bailey Boone

Homegoing Service

Obituary

After a brief illness, Roberta Bailey Boone went home to be the Lord on September 9, 2021. Roberta was born to loving parents Ella and John Will Bailey on September 5, 1928 in Painter, Virginia. She was one of thirteen children.

Roberta was educated in the Accomack County Virginia school system. Upon graduating high school, she joined her eldest sister Gladys Taylor in Washington, D.C. While in Washington, she met, fell in love and married Haywood James Boone. From this union they had four daughters; preceded in death Margaret (Leon), Kirksty (Ronnie), Shirley (Jake) and Robin (Michael).

Having four daughters, she impressed upon them the importance of family and putting God first. She lived life to the fullest and enjoyed dancing and gospel music.

Roberta accepted Jesus Christ at an early age. She attended Mt. Olivet Lutheran Church before joining Peace Baptist where she was member for more than 35 years. Her gift was singing with the choir.

Roberta was preceded in death by her husband Haywood, daughter Margaret and granddaughter Tracie. She is survived by her sister Bernice Stevens (Booker) of Virginia Beach, VA, daughters Kirksty Prescott (Ronnie) of Woodbridge, VA, Shirley Powell (Jake) of Bristol, VA, and Robin Boone (Michael) of Landover, MD. Nine grandchildren; Andre Sr., Jewel, Cheron, LaTarshia, James, Lewis Jr., Brian, Chiquita, and Breanna. Ten great-grandchildren, six great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.