Obituary of Onnie A. Boatwright

Our mother, Onnie A. Boatwright, 88, who was a stay at home mother to nine children, was born in Mullins South Carolina on June 16, 1925 into a family of 9 children. She devoted her whole life to her family and children. She enjoyed providing childcare too many children that called her “Mama Boat.” She loved to listen to the birds outside and take rides through the country. She was the best southern cook around and offered anyone and everyone a cold Cola. She is survived by 6 sons, John Brown, Don Boatwright, Benny Boatwright, Markel Boatwright, Roy Boatwright and Curtis Boatwright, 2 daughters, Elsie Hawkins and Linda James, one deceased, Billy Boatwright. She had 14 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Our mother was an amazing woman that overcame many obstacles. Her life will be forever celebrated and never forgotten. Our family will receive friends from 6-8pm Saturday, December 14, 2013 at Advent Funeral Services in Falls Church, Va, where her services will be held at 9:30am, Sunday, December 15, 2103. Interment National Memorial Park.