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William Bolen Obituary
Delmar-William Luther Bolen, 71, of Delmar, passed away Friday, September 20, 2013 at his home in Delmar.
He was born September 12, 1942 in Eden, Maryland, a son of the late Harry and Erma Bolen.
Mr. Bolen was a U.S. Navy veteran, serving from 1961 to 1966. He worked as a maintenance foreman for the Vienna Power Plant for many years. His hobbies included target shooting, woodworking, and antique cars. Most importantly, he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, Margaret C. Bolen; a son, John Daniel Bolen and his wife Tammy of Laurel; a daughter, Mary Margaret Morris and her husband Brooks of Delmar; four grandchildren, Trevor Adams, Brittany Bolen, Bethany Bolen, and Madalyn Morris; a brother, James Bolen of Princess Anne; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Florence Hitchens and Mary Goslee.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, September 23, 2013 at the Short Funeral Home, 13 E. Grove Street in Delmar. Pastor Ray Justice will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Delaware Hospice, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963.
Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.shortfh.com. Arrangements are in the care of Short Funeral Home.
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for William Bolen
Tom & Marie Hammond
September 15, 2023
Always in our thought and prayers. A really good person and friend.
Tom & Marie Hammond
September 15, 2022
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Trevor Kyle Adams
February 15, 2021
I will always love and miss you Pop Pop. I know that you're enjoying Heaven and probably talking to God and Jesus about guns and stuff; so I have no reason to be sad and depressed anymore. I wish things could have been different, but I love you very much!! Until we meet again!! Love now, then, and forever, Trevor
Tom/Marie Hammond
September 15, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will miss you always. RIP old friend.
TOM AND MARIE HAMMOND
October 1, 2013
JUST LEARNED OF BILL'S PASSING. HE WAS LIKE A BROTHER TO US AND HIS DEATH AFFECTED US DRAMATICALLY. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO HIS WIFE AND FAMILY. HE WILL BE MISSED. LOVED THAT GUY!
Bob Franckowiak
September 26, 2013
Bill was a good guy. His woodworking was professional. Thank you to his son for letting his fellow shooters in Bridgeville know.
Joan Catlin
September 23, 2013
Margaret I am truly sorry about Bill. He was such a nice person and devoted to his family. Sorry I could notbe there today.
Joan catlin
Rosalind Roberts
September 23, 2013
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
September 21, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
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