Witt Boone, 96, was born on January 23, 1926 in Tompkinsville, KY to the late Buford Ray and Dolly (Ford) Boone. Mr. Boone was a retired metallurgist at the Naval Ordinance Station. He was also a member of St. Brigid Catholic Church, VFW #3636, American Legion #201 and was a navy veteran of World War II, as a Quartermaster Third Class and Signalman Third Class. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his wife, Martha Hedges Boone, and children, Kevin, Lloyd, Bobby and Beth Boone. Left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Nancy Boone, Colleen Gipson, and Juanita Boone; 10 grandchildren; many great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild. Cremation of the remains was chosen. A graveside service with military honors will be held at noon on Thursday Sept. 15, 2022 at Cave Hill Cemetery. Family and friends may gather at the Broadway entrance at 11:45 am before proceeding to the grave. The family is in the care of Arch L. Heady Southern Funeral Home, 3601 Taylor Blvd. In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be made to Hosparus of Louisville.