Ernest Lester Boozer

May 8, 1946 - July 14, 2019

Obituary

Mr. Ernest Lester “Les” Boozer of Trumann, AR departed this life on Sunday, July 14, 2019 at NEA Baptist Hospital in Jonesboro, AR at the age of 73 years, 2 months and 6 days. He was born Wednesday, May 8, 1946 in Hughes, AR and lived in Trumann for 1 year and was formerly of Harrisburg, AR. He was a retired machinist and a member of Shiloh Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Keren Poindexter; one sister, 3 brothers and his parents, Russell Andrew and Gracie Marie Smith Boozer. He is survived by his wife Ruby Jones Boozer of the home; one son, Kevin (Ashley) Boozer; one step-son, Rudy (Jamie) Ray, Jr; one step-daughter, Brandi Williams (Josh) Norris; and 7 grandchildren. Visitation will be Wednesday evening from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann. Celebration of life will be Thursday morning at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Thompson Funeral Home with Rev. Chad Robinson and Rev. Kenny Guy McMahan officiating. Burial will follow in Crittenden Memorial Park in Marion, AR. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Canoy, Jamie Batten, Carlton Boozer, Josh Norris, Eric Boozer and James Lally. Honorary pallbearers will be Lane Hamby, Brett Canoy, Louis Jones Sr., and the men at Shiloh Baptist Church. An online guest book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net

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Service Details

Public/Visitation

July 17, 2019

Thompson Funeral Home
Trumann, AR

(870)483-6311

Funeral Service

July 18, 2019

Thompson Funeral Home
Trumann, AR

(870)483-6311

Guest Book

"Ruby, Kevin, Grandchildren and Family We are so sorry for your loss. Uncle Lester reminded me of my late grandfather, his older brother Clerance and by saying that we know you all have suffered a great loss. Les will be missed by many people. You all are in our hearts and prayers. Sorry for the late response, for we have just learned of this tragedy. God Bless You All

Tim, Judy, Brandon, Bryan, Adam Boozer, Southside Ar

July 24, 2019

Tim, Judy, Brandon, Bryan, Adam Boozer, Southside Ar

July 24, 2019

"So sorry for your loss he was a good man, we always enjoyed hearing him sing, he will be missed. May God bring his family comfort through this time of loss.

Ted & Doreen Hayse, Marked Tree, AR

July 18, 2019

"Ruby and family, my family and I are sorry for your loss. les was a really kind person . Sorry we couldn’t make it , we send our love and prayers to you and the family.

Michelle , Georgia

July 17, 2019

"I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm heart broken for all of you. Les was the kindest man ever. I'll miss him.

Chris Wood , Harrisburg AR

July 16, 2019

"Ruby, Phil and I are so sorry to hear of Les passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Sorry we couldn't be there, Just remember we love you and as Brother Jim always said you don't have to say good by... but say I'll see you.

Phil & Donna, Hewitt, TX

July 16, 2019

"I'm very sorry to hear about Les!! I have so many memories growing up living across the street! My prayers are with Kevin and family.

Lisa Phillips Pearrow, Bald Knob, At.

July 16, 2019

"Kevin, Ashley & kids, We are praying for you all to have the peace and comfort that passes all understanding. Lifting you up today and the difficult days ahead. Much love, The Walters Family

Laura , Marion, AR

July 16, 2019

"What a wonderful man of God!! He will be missed here but we have THE promise we will see him again!

Tammy Sanders , Jonesboro

July 16, 2019