William “Bill” Earl Bookman, age 70, of Covington, died Friday, March 28, 2025, at his residence.

Bill was born October 27, 1954, in Roanoke, and was preceded in death by his parents, the late Earl R. Bookman and Marie McFaddin Wiginton; two sisters, Judy Mays, Patricia Huwig.

Surviving to morn his loss is his loving wife, Susan Jackson Bookman; a son, William A. “Billy” Bookman of California; a daughter, Amanda Odell of North Carolina; six grandchildren; a sister Donna Vickery of Clifton Forge; a brother, Tracy L. Bookman of Bonsack; and other family members.

Bill took great pleasure in the pursuit in fishing and had a deep enthusiasm for assembling model airplane and locomotive kits.

In keeping with his wishes his body has been cremated.

The family will receive friends at Arritt Funeral Home from 4:00-5:00 PM on Saturday, April 5, 2025.

Arritt Funeral Home has been entrusted with his arrangements.

Friends wishing to send tributes online may be do so at arrittfuneralhome.com.