Condolences
Almost 10 years later and still missing this amazing, sweet, wonderful, loving man. Booker lit up a room wherever he went and made family out of friends. I thought of you and googled your name and this page came up, what a blessing to see your face! We still remember you often at Mandells and tell your stories. “What it be!” God rest your soul my dear, dear friend and second dad. I love you and forever miss you.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the death of your loved one. I knew Booker from my political times at Local 400 and working the phones there during various elections. He was always kind, funny, and helpful, above all, and I appreciated his efforts on behalf of the Wall Democrats, and for Democrats everywhere. I was looking forward to seeing him this year, and he will be missed. Know that Booker was respected, admired, and appreciated by many, many people. Sherri West, Wall Democratic Club
my name is JoAnne, I did not know your family but as I read about your loss I wanted to offer my condolences to your family and also share a comforting thought that helped me in the bible at Revelation chapter twenty one verses three and four. When you get a chance please read it. And may the God of all comfort be with your family at this time. My Deepest Sympathy, JoAnne
With deepest sympathy to Mr. Booker's family. He will be missed by all of us at the gym. Always such a pleasure to talk with and his words of wisdom will live on with us. Will miss his encouragement to get to working out at the gym, don't be just sitting on that machine. We were blessed to have the pleasure of knowing "Mr. Booker."
Dear Booker, I am deeply saddened by your passing, you have been instrumental in not only my life, but so many of my brothers and sisters in the Transport Workers Union of America and the labor movement. You have led by example manning the phone banks and the walks to help elect legislators who will guide America on a more justice path for the working man and women. God Bless until we meet again!
Our thoughts and prayers to the family of Booker. We will miss him dearly. He was a very special and wonderful person. We always looked forward to seeing him come into the Bowling center to sit and talk to us. "Go Indians". Ed & Hazel
OUR PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY OF BOOKER WHITAKER. I WILL SURELY MISS OUR LITTLE SESSIONS AT THE BOWLING ALLEY, THEY WERE PRICELESS. MY GOD BLESS YOU & YOUR FAMILY. YOUR FRIEND, PAUL HALL
I give you this one thought to keep -- I am with you still – I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on snow, I am the sunlight on ripened grain, I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning’s hush, I am the swift, uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not think of me as gone – I am with you still – in each new dawn. - Native American Prayer The kids and I know that you'll always be 'up high in the sky' watching over us. Our prayers go out to your MANY, MANY friends, 'children,' and 'grandchildren,' that they take comfort in knowing that although you're 'not around,' you very much in fact still are. Enjoy your reunion with the loved ones who have been waiting for you. Love always, Sandy, Quren and Babu
Mr. Booker, We will never forget the many years spent side by side at the gym on the treadmills and pushing the weights. You were a daily inspiration to all of us. You always gave sage advice, hope and lots of love. Marie Hallock-Sweet, Krista Pernell and Family
Just think, it all started with a 'How you be?'. A decade later, I cherish the dad you grew to become, and the lessons you tried to teach me. I'll never forget our breakfast, commemorating the anniversary of my own dad's passing. Breakfast was over and you sat there looking through your newspaper, while my leg was bouncing. I was ready to GO and you knew it. You non-chalantly turned your page and without even looking up, put a hand on my leg and said, "it kills you to just sit still don't it." When I wanted to leave, 'nope' was your matter-of-fact answer. When I jokingly threatened to walk home, I got the usual "Uh who's the oldest? Now you're not too old to take across my knee." You understood the importance of not being too busy to enjoy life. Although I know I (and my children) had many more lessons to learn from you, I'm grateful for the ones we did learn during our memorable times together. I miss you so very, VERY much with all my heart but know in my heart of hearts that you're never too far away. With eternal love, Sandy, Quren, and Babu.
Our deepest sympathies go out to your family. Booker was a great friend to all of us. I enjoyed the time that I got to spend with him. He will be missed alot by everyone. May he rest in peace. Terry Wolf, TOL Fragrance Softball Team and the Ladies 21 Point Fort Monmouth Bowling League
MEMORIES KEEP THOSE WE LOVE CLOSE TO US FOREVER! WITH OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY THE LADIES OF FORT MONMOUTH BOWLING INGRID SMITH BARBARA KEE NICKY ARMSTRONG ISLYN ARMSTRONG
THE Mr. Booker....my adopted Dad....I never knew I had this many tears in me. I will ALWAYS remember his advice...and will hear him saying, "Miss. Pam, you better keep that damn mouth shut!" Maybe I'll listen sometimes. Booker was THE BEST...he was always honest, loving and there for people who needed him. He will be sorely missed...I will carry him in my heart forever. :( Pam
Mr. Booker always brought a smile to my face when I was at the gym. Always answering the same way every time I asked how he was, "Aw, ain't no use complainin'." I only hope I have as much energy and spunk as Mr. Booker when I get to be that age! He was adored by many and will be missed by all! My deepest sympathies to his family and to those who were closest to him! I know this will be a difficult time, but we all have very fond memories to help us through!
Booker, my adopted father, you were always there for everyone, I remember how your heart was broken when your daughter passed, well Booker, you are there with her now, I will miss you my dear friend, you were one in a million. Marge
I will always remember Booker as a labor leader, community leader, mentor, and a friend. Booker Wittaker, often, affectionately called the drill sergeant, has been serving as the cope director of the Monmouth Ocean AFL CIO CLC. Many remember him always helping where ever he could either cooking burgers at our picnics or working and running our phone banks for over a quarter century. And when we started our memorial scholarship program he immediately stepped up to be one of our largest supporters. His name will obviously be added to the program and it will be with a tear when we add in the Booker Wittaker Memorial Scholarship next year. Wyatt Earp
Booker T. was a wonderful person. He has extended a hand and given advice to many friends and strangers. He would always tell it like it was and was a pleasure to be around. All should know that he has gone to a better place and would want you to better yourself and not worry about him. Rest in peace Booker. With warmest thoughts to the Family and everyone that knew Booker T.
"You got more nerve than you got sense"... just one of the many witty comments you left us with. Grandpa, we love and miss you very much. May you rest eternally in peace & love and may you watch over us as our guardian angel. You will forever be in our hearts and memories. Love you always... your granddaughters Risha, Sandy, and Maria
Mr. Booker, I will never forgot all of our wonderful conversations at the Fort Monmouth gym. I will always remember and cherish your guidance, advice and wise words of wisdom. You always brought a smile to my face and warmed my heart whenever you referred to me as your "granddaughter". I know you will be greatly missed by so many people. My deepest condolences to the Booker family.
To Mr. "B" and his family from his Ft. Monmouth family and one of his son's as he often referred to us. Mr. Booker will be missed by all he served as a father figure for some he was a grandfather to some but he was a friend to all and we are all sadden and will miss the biggest Cleveland fan that the Browns and Indians have ever had! Mr. "B" words can never express how much that you meant to me and how much that you will be missed! We will miss you at the basketball games and the gym! My prayers and sympathy to the family! God bless and keep you and we pray for your strength during your time of grief of your love one!
I will miss you tremendously Mr. Booker. Thank you for being a light in my life, a grandfather and father to us fatherless, a walking book of wisdom. I will always remember your voice and your laugh and you always telling me to "mind my business," although I never did. Rest in peace Mr. B, may God comfort all of your "children" as we mourn your absent physical presence a piece of you will always live in each of us. Love always, Trina, Jason and your GreatGrandson Bryson
I will miss Mr. Booker very much. I was honored that he referred to me as one of his daughters. Mr. Booker was a great friend to many people. We shared lots of laughs and lots of stories. He was a good listener and gave you straight up advise. An inspiration to all. May we all be as active as Mr. Booker was. My deepest sympathy to Mr. Booker's family.