Bonita Boyd Markum

Bonita Boyd Markum, age 84, a Warren County, TN resident and native was born April 22, 1934 and passed away January 29, 2019 in Webb House Retirement Center following a brief illness. She was a retired line operator for Rich’s Frozen Foods, member of the Church of Christ and daughter of the late Arzie and Josie Maxwell Boyd. Mrs. Markum was married December 12, 2000 to Howard Lowell Markum who preceded her in death in 2018. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by brothers, Dwain and Charles Boyd; and sisters, Dot Miller and Wilma Spain. Survivors include adopted son, George Christopher Abadie of San Diego, CA; sister, Winona Powers of McMinnville; several nieces and nephews; and special friend, Nell Williamson of Nashville. Graveside service and interment will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 1, 2019 in Mt. View Cemetery with Hugh Hillis to officiate. There will be no visitation or service at High’s. Family and friends are to meet at the cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Meals on Wheels. Online condolences may be made at www.highfuneralhome.com High Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.