HAMLET — John Clifton Boney Jr., of Hamlet, died peacefully at his home on March 23, 2021 after a six-year battle with Parkinson’s. With the loving care of family members, John was able to remain in his home throughout his illness.
John was born on Nov. 1, 1946, in Wilmington, the younger child of John Clifton Boney Sr. and Annie Louise Robinson Boney. He grew up in Hamlet and graduated from Wingate College, attended Campbell College where he met his future wife, and graduated from Pfeiffer University with a degree in business administration.
Upon earning his degree, John returned to Hamlet to manage Central Carolina Gas Company, the business that his father founded in 1946. John’s happiest days at work were spent driving the gas delivery truck and interacting with his customers.
John was a part of many organizations during his adult life, most notably First Presbyterian Church of Hamlet where he was a faithful, lifelong member who sang in the choir, taught the junior high Sunday School class, and served as a deacon.
Additionally, John proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve from 1970-1976, was active in the Hamlet Jaycee organization which later morphed into the Thursday Night Men’s Club, and was famous for his annual Super Bowl parties at the Playhouse.
In addition to his parents, John was predeceased by his infant daughter, Margaret Louise Boney; and his sister, Sara Louise Boney Carroll.
Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Margaret Lynn Murrill Boney; and his three children, John Clifton Boney III and wife Candi of Hamlet, Murrill Robinson Boney and wife Jenny of Rockingham, and Caroline Lindsay Boney Domack and husband Tim of Wake Forest.
Additionally, John is survived by eight grandchildren: Jackson, Andrew and Harrison Boney of Hamlet; Preston and Logan Boney of Rockingham; and J.J., Phillip and Margaret Domack of Wake Forest.
A graveside service will be held at Richmond Memorial Park, 1777 East Broad Ave., Rockingham, on Saturday, March 27, 2021, at 11 a.m. with Pastor Belinda Rice and Chaplain James Chavis officiating. John’s family welcomes guests to attend the service but requests that all attendees follow COVID-19 social distancing guidelines. Following the service, friends are invited to the Playhouse to share memories and enjoy refreshments.
Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church in Hamlet and HealthKeeperz Hospice.
Harrington Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the Boney Family.
Online condolences may be made at www.harringtonfuneralhome.com.
