Joe Marshall Boone, 69, of Fairfield, passed away at 9:33am on Friday, May 23, 2025, at his home.

Joe was born on April 27, 1956, in Fairfield, IL, to Olen and Mary (Vaughan) Boone. He graduated from Merriam Grade School, Fairfield Community High School, and Frontier Community College, earning his associate in science degree.  On September 10, 1974, he married the love of his life, Barbara (Robertson) Boone, in Trenton, TN.

In previous years, Joe worked at AMF in Olney, IL and also for Tipps Testing and C & W Testing in Fairfield. He trimmed trees and shrubs with his father, Olen, for many years. Later, he recycled metals and he and his wife, Barbara, ran a trash pick-up route for over 20 years, until they retired. Joe attended the Merriam Community Church.

Survivors include his wife of 50 years Barbara Boone of Fairfield and his beloved dog, Sammi-Jo. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister and nephew Lena Sue and Jeffrey Scarbrough.

Per Joe's request, his body is being cremated with no formal services or burial at this time. Memorial donations can be made to the Johnson and Vaughn Funeral Home to help with cremation expenses. Donations can either be dropped off or mailed to the funeral home.

Johnson and Vaughn Funeral Home for Cremation Expenses
106 NE 4th St, Fairfield IL 62837
Tel: 1-618-842-6006
Email: jared@johnsonvaughn.com