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Ulysses S. Booker, Sr.
Ulysses S. Booker, Sr. known by many as “Vess”, transitioned on Monday, January 30, 2023, at his residence. He was born on Friday, March 12, 1954, to James Alfred Booker Sr. and Betty Mae Banks Booker.
He is preceded in death by his parents, James Alfred Booker Sr. and Betty Mae Banks Booker and brother James “Junie” Alfred Booker Jr.
Vess is survived by his two sons: Ulysses Sylvester Booker Jr. and Damian O’Shay Booker (Patricia); as well as a grandson Ty’Shaunn Booker. He is also survived by a devoted and loving friend, Roberta Blair of Madison Heights, VA.
He is survived by nine siblings, Deborah “Kay” Williams (Kenneth), Bettie “Ann” Johnson, Lorenza “Ray” Booker (Daphne), Connie Booker (Kendall), Wanda Booker Edwards (Keith), Phyllis West (Franklin), Nadine Jones (Edward), Sherman Booker, and Natasha Booker; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
Vess retired from Buncher Railcar Services after almost 20 years of service. Always one to keep busy, Vess loved working on his cars and other projects in the yard as well as helping others whenever he could. He shared his passion for cars and music with both of “his boys”.
A celebration of Life will be held on 2 p.m. Friday, February 3, 2023, at Scott Zion Baptist Church. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow the service in the Church Cemetery. His remains will lie in repose Thursday, February 2, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Tharp Funeral Home Madison Heights Chapel.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Madison Heights is assisting the family.
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Sending love and prayers to my big brother Vess, nephew Ty’Shaun, Damian, and all others who loved Big Vess. He never minded me calling him Dad. May you all reflect on your most cherished memories of him and may you remain strong as you enter your season of healing.
Posted by Kara Drew on February 3, 2023
Our love and deepest sympathy goes out to the family, Praying for you to have peace, may our prayers comfort and ease your pain during this difficult time. Please hide in your heart “Wherever a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories “. Weeping may endure for a night but joy will come in the morning. Lift up your eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh your help. Your help cometh from the Lord, which made heaven and earth. With Love and Blessings, Amanda Hendricks and family Ryan Trent and family Rosell Porter and family
Posted by Amanda Hendricks and Family on February 2, 2023
To the Booker family, just want to send thoughts and prayers to each of you during this very difficult time.. May God give you each comfort and strength and precious memories of Vess.. Remember his smile and big personality.
Posted by James & Jennifer Anderson Brown on February 2, 2023
Booker Family I'm sending Condolences on the loss of your Love one Vess. It's a Challenging Season, but Vess earned his Wings. Resting in Peace with no more pain & suffering. Sending family Love, Peace, & Blessings.👏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️
Posted by Charyle R Pearson on February 2, 2023
Booker Family I'm sending Condolences on the loss of your Love one Vess. It's a Challenging Season, but Vess earned his Wings. Resting in Peace with no more pain & suffering. Sending family Love, Peace, & Blessings.👏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️
Posted by Charyle R Pearson on February 2, 2023
To Debra and Family my prayers and condolences in this very difficult time my prayer is that God will comfort each of you and give you peace.
Posted by Alrita Leigh on February 2, 2023
Sending prayers and condolences to The Booker Family 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🌹🌹🌹 Rest In Peace my friend.
Posted by Greg Major on February 2, 2023
My heartfelt condolence go out to you family at this difficult time. Sending hugs and prayers.
Posted by Daphne D Dickerson on February 2, 2023
Sending my condolence and prayers for your loss at this difficult time.
Posted by Hermion Palmer on February 2, 2023
To my cousins, I am sorry to hear of Vess passing. You have my sympathy and prayers during this time
Posted by Jackie N on February 2, 2023
To little Vess and the rest of Big Vess’s family. My deepest and sincerest condolences on your loss. He will be greatly missed.
Posted by Layman Franklin on February 1, 2023
My sincere condolences and prayers for the family god bless 🙏🏽🙏🏽
Posted by Renee Jones on February 1, 2023
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