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Terri Bolen Obituary

Terri J. Bolen Battle Creek Terri J. (Jones) Bolen, 56, of Battle Creek, MI, went to be with her Lord on Sunday, September 28, 2008 at Battle Creek Health System. She was born July 25, 1952 in Logan, WV, the daughter of Reuben Duval Jones, Jr. and M. Helen (Page) (Jones) McNeal. She was employed at Radiology Consultants for 21 years. She was also the owner/operator of Blessed Hope Sewing & More for over 10 years, a wedding coordinator and caterer in the Battle Creek area for several years. Terri is survived by Mother: M. Helen McNeal and Stepfather: Samuel McNeal, Battle Creek, MI; Daughters: Tiara Bolen-Morrow, Lott, TX, Teresa Bolen-Wingfield, Queen Creek, AZ, Tisa Bolen, Lansing, MI; Son: Travis Bolen, Battle Creek, MI; Sisters: Toni (Nate) Lee, Moorpark, CA, Tarla Jones, Battle Creek, MI, Tamara Moore, Oklahoma City, OK; Brother: Reuben (Carolyn) Jones III, Oceanside, CA; Special Friend: William Grant, Battle Creek, MI; 15 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild; and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her Father: Reuben Jones, Jr.; Sister: Cotsie Jones; Brother: Gregory Jones; and Special Friend: Ardella Richardson. She joined the First Salem Baptist Church when she was very young and was active as a junior usher. Terri and her siblings had a singing group and loved to sing "Wade In The Water". She later was a member of St. Mark CME Church and was a current member of First Assembly of God where she sang in the choir. She was an active volunteer for the local Democatic Party. Terri loved reading her Bible and other inspirational books, and has spoken at several churches. She loved to travel and enjoyed numerous trips with her family including reunions. Her favorite trips were with her sisters to Nevada, California and twice to several islands in Hawaii. She had many good talents and used them all. She was a great cook and caterer, certified master scuba diver, seamstress, gardener, decorator and an avid crafter. She prepared an extensive program for the Harmon Memorial Banquet. She constantly made homemade food baskets for family, friends and aquaintances. She also crocheted and made gifts for anyone she knew. Funeral services will be held Friday, October 3, 2008, 1:30 p.m. at First Assembly of God with Elder Henry A. Page, of Deliverance Church of God Apostolic, Columbus, OH and the Rev. Arthur O. Rhan, of Upton Avenue Original Church of God, officiating. Burial will be at the Floral Lawn Memorial Gardens in Emmett Township, MI. Memorial tributes may be made to the Susan B. Komen Foundation. Arrangements by the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service, a member by invitation Selected Independent Funeral Homes. (269)965-5145

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Oct. 1, 2008.

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Tamara Moore

December 30, 2023

I think about you often. I miss you so much. Sometimes I cry because I can´t call you. Sometimes I laugh from a moment we shared. We have some very special memories; especially our sister trips. You taught me so much. You were the epitome of a big sister! Love forever! Tami

Debora Williams

October 9, 2012

Terri, I was just sitting here looking through old high school yearbooks, and I started thinking how much fun we would have had talking about old times. I really miss you. My cooking has really went down hill, I don't have you to call for help. Just a few words to let you know YOU are still in my thoughts. I was truly blessed to have you as a friend. Debbie

Momma

Terri J. Bolen

September 2, 2012

Your Grandson :)

TyRell Irby

September 1, 2012

I love you and always will cherish you Grandma. Over the years you have never left my side. The family is surely getting better. I miss you Grandma. One day, I will feel and see you again.

March 25, 2009

Mama

Words alone can’t explain the phenomenal women that you became. You touched the lives of so many people, those you knew, others you met along the way.
A hole left in our hearts. An empty space that now resides. The darkness we feel and have trumps over all. Bitter inside because we can’t see your face from the disappearance we are all misplaced. This was not meant to be a reality which took a sudden impact on our lives, A deep toll on our hearts and the sorrow that fills our minds.
What we wouldn’t give to hear your voice and joyous laughter again. To smell the warmth of your scent. To feel the touch of your arms wrapped around us. Your accomplishments, that you made along the way is what keeps us going.
We look up to the sky knowing that you are somewhere nearby, shinning down on us and watching over us each and every day.
You are a daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend who is well loved, cherished missed and thought of all throughout the year.
You live on in our hearts, memories, laughter, and tears. You are a true phenomenal women.

Teresa Bolen-Wingfield

March 25, 2009

Dear Mama
I remember growing up in your eye sight,trying to be that special person that you wanted me to be,and although, I didn’t quite make it to that person you knew I could be, I made you proud of me in other ways.
I remember growing up in a loving house of warmth and security that you alone created for my siblings and I. As I walked down that path twice to receive my diplomas, I held my head up high with pride and joy because you never gave up on me.
I remember all of the whippings that I got as a child, something that I like to call tough love, and look I turned out right. But most of all mama, I remember all the times when I was sick, you cared enough to take care of me and as I was growing up, you took the time to tell me that you loved me and shaped me into the mother that I am, and because of all those memories
I want you to know that you are loved.
I took that last day for granted that you would always be there, not knowing what tomorrow held and not even getting to say “I love you and good-bye”.
A better place you have gone and for that the pain that I feel aches on, but what hurts the most deep inside is knowing that we’ll never have tomorrow.
Though miles between us with tears in my eyes, I truly believe that you can hear my cries. I never got to say or tell you how I feel. So you hear now that I do and that it is really sincere. So even though I didn’t say good-bye you know that I loved you from deep inside.


Teresa Bolen-Wingfield

Julie Scott Krywicki

November 3, 2008

Dear Tami,
Thank you so much for the invitation to read and sign this guest book. Your sister's obituary is so beautifully written. It certainly sounds like just her presence was a gift to so many, many people and of course, to your family. Please know that you all remain in our thoughts and prayers. I would have loved to have known Terri; she sounds like one of God's remarkable children. No doubt, He is enjoying her nearness.....
Blessings to you all,
Julie Scott Krywicki and family

Jonice Hinds-Neville

October 24, 2008

Miss you, miss you, miss you.

Jonice & Michael Neville

Reba Harrington

October 24, 2008

Will miss you Terri. I find solace in knowing that as such a sweet and kind woman you are now with our Lord.

Reba M. Harrington

TARLA JONES

October 21, 2008

Terri, You were very near and dear to my heart, you were my sister (first) and my best friend (second), I will truly miss you, especially during our sister trips together, and our holidays, that you so gracefully put together all by yourself, our joyful conversatinons while we enjoyed wine in your very special outdoor guest house. Your forever loving sister. TARLA

Kim Howard

October 16, 2008

Tisa,

I am so sorry for the loss of Your Mom! You and your family are in my prayers. Momma Bolen will truly be missed.

Anita, Aire'Onna, & Aleci'Onna

October 16, 2008

We thought of you with love today
but that is nothing new
We thought about you yesterday
and days before that too,
We think of you in silence
We often speak your name
All we have are memories
and your picture in a frame
Your memory is our keepsake
with which we’ll never part
God has you in His keeping
We have you in our heart.


We love and miss you Aunt Terri.

Carolyn Shird

October 16, 2008

Love you, Tami. Will continue to keep you and family in my prayers. May God give you strength daily.

Teresa Bolen-Wingfield

October 15, 2008

Mom I love and miss you so much, I also take pride in people saying that I look like you and it is an honor being your daughter. You touched so many lives in so many ways and I know that you were proud of me as I was and still am of you. I miss the lectures that you gave me because you said that I let people take advantage of me. I miss the sound of your voice when you called me your "Little girl". I miss your advice and our long talks. I miss your cooking and hugs. I espically miss the way you would fuss becasue I take in anyones kids and always have a house full. I love you so much mommie and I am not going to stop being me. You are in my heart, memories and joyous tears always and forever.

Reuben Jones

October 15, 2008

Terri, We all miss you very much! I am so proud to be your brother. We love you so much.

Toni (Jones) Lee

October 15, 2008

I miss my big sister so much, and am glad we were so close. I will miss our vacations together and all the laughter the four of us sisters shared together. It will never be the same without you. I Love you Terri... I know you knew that because we always tell each other that when we talk. You will forever be in my heart. I am so lucky to be your sister.

Sharon Gensler

October 14, 2008

It's such a tragic loss for such a great family you all have. I know Terri will be greatly missed and the hole in your hearts will be there forever but it's good you all are so close and can help each other bear the sorrow. Although Terri isn't with you physically any more I hope her spirit carried with each of you will bring some comfort in the days to come, and know that there are so many people all over who are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Tiara (Tia) Bolen-Morrow

October 13, 2008

I am so proud to be your daughter. Mom I miss you so much. You are more than just a mother to me you are my best friend. We had so much fun when came to visit in June. I miss you holding me as we laid and in my bed watching tv, talking and laughing. I miss your beautiful smile and your contagious laughter. I miss you telling me how proud you are of me and all those loving and supportive statements you made to me. You are truly my number 1 fan and I am yours. I miss fusing at you about giving so much of yourself to others and not thinging of yourself. I promise you Mom, that I will do all with in my power to continue your legacy. I love you Mom!

sharlene akbar

October 13, 2008

Our thought and prayer are with the bolen and moore family. Tami friends
sharlene,barbara, and binky

Tamara Moore

October 13, 2008

In loving memory of my beautiful sister. I miss you!

Michelle Vincent

October 10, 2008

I was shocked and saddened to hear about the sudden death of Terri.
I know how difficult this must be for the entire family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and your family during this time, and always. -Randy & Michelle Vincent

October 9, 2008

I miss you more than words can express.

Janice Bradley & Family

October 7, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jennifer Cary (Flo)

October 4, 2008

I was saddened and surprised to hear of Terri's passing, but am glad to know she is dancing with Jesus!
She was such a sweet lady, and special friend to our family. She helped at the church at my wedding, and most recently at the wedding of my sister Carrie in April of this year.
I am sorry for your loss, I know she will be greatly missed. May God's peace comfort you now...

compulink

October 4, 2008

we knew terri thur work. we talked on the phone every week. she will be missed by everyone.

Nichelle Payne

October 3, 2008

Tisa, Teresa, Tia, and Travis: I'm sorry to hear about Mom Bolen. She was like another mother to me, Royna, and Theresa. Tisa.. thanks for sharing her with us. I will keep all of you in my prayers. If you need anything, call.

LaGrand Family

October 3, 2008

Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your daughter/mother. You are in our prayers.

Bret Clayborne

October 3, 2008

My heart-felt condolescenes to the Jones family for your loss. Years gone by, we were close as family....
Tam, Tarla, Toni & Rueben D. I'll pray for your strength

LaTonya Perry-Herron

October 3, 2008

Tia and family:

My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. Your mom was a very sweet, kind and giving person. It seems as though it was only yesterday when we were hanging out at your house. She always made me feel like close family whenever I was in her home. These are the memories that I will carry in my heart forever about your mom. May God bless you and your family.

Love,
LaTonya

peaches wingfield

October 2, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Sandra Miller

October 2, 2008

Tara, Tammy, and family- I am so sorry for your lost. Please stay stronge and continue to be there for one another and always remember that you sisters have a strong family bond that will last forever. You all are in my prayers.

Charlene Drain

October 2, 2008

Terri always had a big smile and a loving heart. My prayers are with the family and you need to know that God loves you, and I do too!

Sherry Heagney

October 2, 2008

Tiara and children: I was so sorry to here about the loss of your mom and grandmother. She was an exceptional person and will be missed by many people whos lives she touch. May your memory and your strength in God carry you through this very difficult time in your life. Love and Hugs to your whole family.

sandra channey

October 1, 2008

To the Jones Family. My thoughts and Prayers are with you. God makes no mistake in His Plans, He needed a Special Angel, to be with Him. Terri I will miss you, but I will see you again. Sandra Channey

Donavon Wieas

October 1, 2008

To Travis and the Bolen family

I am so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Donavon Wieas and family

Vicki Porter

October 1, 2008

to Sam and Helen,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. What a lovely person Terri was from what I have read. I know she will be missed by all that she has blessed in knowing her.

Marilyn Morris

October 1, 2008

To Tarla and your entire family; I am truely sorry to hear of the lost of your love one; may God give you all strength and understanding, to know it is going to be all right. Remember all the good times about your sister, mom, daughter!!

John & Mattie Satterfield

October 1, 2008

To the Bolen Family

You will continuously be in our thoughts and prayers. Terri will truly be missed!

Trummy and Debora Williams

October 1, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the the entire Jones family. Terri quietly succeeded in impacting the lives of so many of us. We have been blessed to have known such a beautiful person. We will cherish all of the fond memories we shared all the days of our lives.

Kristena Drain

October 1, 2008

Hello, Jones and Bolen Family:

I am very sorry to hear about Terri passing away. Your entire family is in my prayers. Terri, was such an inspirational, talented and gifted individual. She loved the Lord and she in now resting with Him. Always remember, only The Lord knows just how much we can bear. Keep your hand in The Lord's hand and be encouraged, He will strengthen your heart.

In God's Love.

Kelly Mullins

October 1, 2008

To Tisa and all of the Family of Terri Bolen....

Be assured that we are holding you up in prayer.

Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort; Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God.
2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Kelly and Rev. Bill Mullins

Samantha Bradley

October 1, 2008

Hey i am so sorry markese and tamara for your grandmother dieing i am sorry hope you guys have a save trip back

paul sharp (guy)

October 1, 2008

To the entire "Jones" Family. My prayers and condolescenes are with you at this time. Remember to look to the hills from which cometh your help. All your help cometh from the Lord. He"ll never put more on you than you can bear.

Carla Grant

October 1, 2008

I can't express how sorry I am for your loss. Terri and I have become very close over the past few years. We have worked together for as long as she has been here and I will miss her deeply. My 3 month old son will also miss out on getting to know a great woman (his adopted grandma). My heart is heavy with grief and I will eventually move on, but will never get over this loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Sonny Bowens

October 1, 2008

To the Family of Terri Bolen....

Your are in my thoughts and prayers

May God continue to bless each one of you and keep you in His arms

Karen Ware

October 1, 2008

Terri
I will truly miss you. You were part of our family and it will leave a void. We'll morn for a minute and then celebrate the good times we had with you. Thanks for all that you've done for us. We love you. And the wonderful thing about it is that we know you loved us too.

Lowann Beasley

October 1, 2008

Terri will be greatly missed

Sweet Family

October 1, 2008

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

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