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Ian Bole Obituary
Hubert, NC: Age 31, currently residing in Elkland, PA. He was born September 25, 1980 in Port Royal, SC, son of Greg and Kelly Bole and went to be with our Lord on Monday, April 16, 2012 as the result of a motorcycle accident. He is survived by his parents Greg and Kelly Bole of Hubert, NC; sister Sarah Bole and fiancé 1st Lt. Brent Goddard of Hubert, NC; sister Rachel with husband Sgt. William Michener and their daughter Evelyn Grace of Parris Island, SC; paternal grandmother Judith Bole of Grand Haven, MI along with nine aunts and seven uncles. Ian graduated from SUNY Alfred; was a veteran of the U.S. Marines at Camp Lejeune, NC including a deployment to Afghanistan and was currently employed at Vulcraft. He had a wonderful sense of humor and lived life to its fullest. He loved riding his Harley, weight lifting and listening to music, but above all, he loved his family, especially his niece Evelyn Grace.
Family and friends are invited to his funeral service on Wednesday, April 18th at 11 am at Walter J, Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, NY. A memorial service will be held at Camp Lejeune, Jacksonville, NC on Monday, April 23rd at 2 pm. Interment with military honors will follow in North Carolina State Veterans Cemetery, Jacksonville, NC
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Memories and Condolences
for Ian Bole
Nathan Kokensparger
August 1, 2020
I recently learned of Ian’s passing. We were friends in high school and I was trying to reach out to him. It saddens me that we missed our chance to reconnect. From what I’m reading he continued to be as cool as I remember him in school. He made an impact. I will never forget those times. Sorry for your loss Bole family. He will be remembered.
Nicole Sieber
May 4, 2012
To the Bole Family~
Mr. Bole's job description as told by my preschool students, "TO MAKE PEOPLE HAPPY"
He excels at that job:-)
From everything I have heard about Ian~ he inherited that trait as well!
Please know you all are so loved by our TT family~ we are lifting you all up in prayer daily!
Possumwood Acres
April 25, 2012
We got to know Ian when he came out to Possumwood Acres Wildlife Sanctuary before he deployed. He was a wonderful young man and we quickly grew attached to him. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers .
holly shepard
April 24, 2012
I am so truley sorry to hear about your lost. Holly Shepard
Katherine Hall
April 24, 2012
A grave and serious loss to this globe. My deepest sympathies to my good friends Kelly and Greg Bole. I know what you are feeling.
And I cry for all of us.
Love always,
Katherine Hall
Faye Whitehead
April 23, 2012
My deepest sympathies are with the entire Bole family. You are all in my heart, mind, and prayers.
Alice Amos
April 23, 2012
Greg and family, I can't begin to imagine what you are going through. My heart aches for you. You are in my continued prayers.
michael lawson
April 23, 2012
My condolenses to the family on the untimely passing of Cpl Bole. I had the priveledge of working with him at Camp Lejeune a few years ago. What more can be said about this outstanding Marine. Stout, Courageous, Squared Away, Attentive, Just an outstanding great person. I'm speechless. Cpl Bole-PRICELESS. God must have opened a higher post for such a great person. RIP Marine. M. Lawson, Cpl, Retired, Co-Worker
April 22, 2012
Greg.Kelly and family,
Our hearts are aching for you!! We can not imagine the pain you are going through. Just remember how much you love one another. Always be proud of Ian, the marine.. Here for you friend.
With love and heartfelt sorrow,
Pat and Fred Vesely
Alberta tederington
April 21, 2012
THE MOST PAINFUL TEARS ARE NOT THE ONE THAT FALL FROM YOUR EYES AND ITS THE ONE THAT FALL FROM YOUR HEART AND COVER SOUL
April 21, 2012
My heart goes out to the Bole family and friends. I'm so sorry for your lose. Losing a loved one in death is not easy. I hope that you can find comfort in John 25:8.
shana edwards
April 21, 2012
The first time I met Ian he had on a Harley Davidson shirt..I asked him if he had a Harley and he said yes..I asked him to take me for a ride and he did:) we went to Mansfield pa and In our adventure we stopped at a small gas station outside of galeton. In the meantime we were talking about relationships and what not and I had mentioned that I didn't like liars....he said to me "well I lied to you but its just a little lie. ...he told me the bike we were riding wasn't really his and he had borrowed it from a buddy just to take me for a ride...brings a smile to my face every time I think of that...I'm so very grateful I got to have such a wonderful friend in my life...Ian was a great person and he had such a huge heart...he will be missed ever so dearly...my thoughts and prayers go out to you Kelly, Greg, rachael and Sarah...
Stacey Cacace
April 20, 2012
Greg and Kelly,
There are no words to adequately express my sympathy for you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Michael McPherren
April 20, 2012
I will miss you Ian and proud to have known you. Thank you for your service to our country. From a grunt to a MARINE. Semper Fi. You will be missed. Say hello to your Grandmother Ruth, Grandfather Hugh and my mom.
Love you
Michael McPherren
Brooke Wonderling
April 20, 2012
I am so Very Thankful that God Blessed us with such an Amazing man!!!! He never went a day without smiling!!! I am left with SO many Wonderful Memories that I will Cherish in my Heart Forever!! I will NEVER say Goodbye, I will see you soon!!!! I Love You Ian!!! ALWAYS and FOREVER
Alice Sanders
April 20, 2012
I am so sorry for the loss of your very fine young man. I had the pleasure of working with Ian when he volunteered at Possumwood Acres a few years ago prior to his deployment to Afghanistan. He was great.
Kim Lewellyn
April 20, 2012
Greg and Kelly, My heart aches for you and your family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
April 20, 2012
Kelly and Family,
Words are not sufficient to convey my heart felt sympathy! Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carol Neil
Vickie Bechtel
April 20, 2012
Kelly and family, there are no words that can express my heartfelt sympathy. God bless you all. You are in my prayers.
LuAnna Salemi
April 20, 2012
Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Janet Black
April 20, 2012
My heart and prayers are with all of you. If you need anything, I'm here anytime!
April 20, 2012
May the God of all comfort be with the Bole family during this most difficult time. I wish to express my deepest sympathy for your dear love one who has fallen asleep in death.
Christy
April 19, 2012
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Rob Knight
April 19, 2012
Had the pleasure of attending ASC with Ian, and it seemed that not a day went by without him doing or saying something hilarious with his unique sense of humor. Rest in peace, buddy.
Melissa,Rob, Hunter and Caleb Robbins
April 19, 2012
I am so thankful for the time we had with Ian. What a wonderful young man, and such a caring individual. His ever present smile and laugh will forever be in our hearts and memories. A part of our family, and a dearest friend.
....for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. Hebrews 13:2
Michael Metsch
April 19, 2012
Ian, the next time we shall meet, I will be taking my post right next to you at the gates of Heaven as all Marines do. It was an honor to serve in the Corps. And attend College with you. We will always have the memories of Hot Dog Day!
Semper Fi
Michele Martorana
April 19, 2012
I am so sorry for the loss of Ian. You are a wonderful family with a lot of love. You and your family continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
Scott, Mendy and Gregg Pierson
April 19, 2012
Greg, Kelly, Girls,
Our hearts and prayers are with you. Having had the pleasure of knowing Ian; we shall all miss his infectious humor and lust for life. His legacy shall be preserved by those of us who remember him.
Mike Visalli
April 19, 2012
To a guy wih a contagous smile. I remember him as someone who could get a good chuckle out of anyone.
Cheers.
Kimberly Cook
April 19, 2012
Dear Greg, Kelly, and the entire Bole family….. My heart is hurting for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers!!!!!
April 19, 2012
Greg, Kelly and Daughters,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your son Ian. Words cannot begin to express the terrible sadness we feel for your family at this time. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Brad, Debbie and Josh Sexton
Lou Petix
April 18, 2012
To the Bole Family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. In the relatively short time I had known Ian, it was clear that behind the antics, jokes, and laughs was a friend who would stop at nothing to help his own. A man of true honor and heart, two very rare things in today's world.
Ashley Dillon
April 18, 2012
Greg, Kelly, Girls, et al.
We are so sorry to hear about Ian.
You are in our prayers.
Russ, Nancy & Ashley Dillon
Marcia Taylor
April 18, 2012
So sorry for your loss. May your memories give you strength and peace. Prayers for the whole family are being lifted. God Bless.
Marty Pitcairn
April 18, 2012
To the Bole Family
You are being held up by so many at this time of great loss. Please know that your CLDS family is here to support you.
Diane Hernandez and Family
April 18, 2012
Our hearts are with you during this difficult time. May God bless you with the strentch to get through this. On behalf of the Hernandez family, we send our condolences.
Alyc Carlin
April 18, 2012
My heart goes out to you all. Ian was the most amazing man I have ever met and I feel lucky and truly blessed to have been able to have known him and have him in my life. I am praying for you all during this difficult time.
Clarissa Howard
April 18, 2012
I pray that the Lord will comfort you during this challenging time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
tracey wallace
April 18, 2012
kelly, greg and girls,
Joe and i are soo saddened by the news of ian, please know how much we are thinking of you all, i hope the many prayers you will receive will help you through this difficult time.
all our love
Joe, Tracey, Nick and Jackie Wallace
Lisa Olsufka
April 18, 2012
Greg and Family, No words to say. My heart aches for you all. Praying for the Bole family.
April 18, 2012
Greg and family there are no words to say at this time except remember all the great memories and i'm sure that there are many!!!!!!!!!.I did not know Lan but if he was anything like he's dad he was a super person.May God bless you all and we will keep you all in our prayers.
THERESA FOY CAFETERIA MANAGER AND STAFF
ROSA,VENITA,MARVENE,KAZUE
And that you all are in our prayers
April 18, 2012
Greg, Kelly, and family,
We are praying for all of you at this time. May God give you much strength and peace.
-Rachel and Dave Adams
Delora Woolard
April 18, 2012
It's so hard to put into words my feelings for the loss of your son Ian. Just know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you...
liz simmonds
April 18, 2012
Greg and family, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. There are really no words to say. I pray God will give you strength and comfort to make it through this difficult time. Praying for you all.
Bob and Bev
April 18, 2012
Greg, Kelly, Rachel, Sarah and Evelyn,
We are so sorry for your loss of a great son, brother and uncle.
Our hearts are broken for you.
May God wrap his arms around you and carry you through this.
Tarcela Kohn
April 18, 2012
To Ian Bole's family, I am sorry for your loss. He was a really great friend and Marine. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Teddy Colegate
April 18, 2012
I can't put into words how deeply saddened we are for the loss of Ian. Jenny and I can only hope and pray to raise our sons to be half the man that Ian had become. He had an outlook on life like no other and enjoyed those around him that truly meant everything, friends and family. We are better for having him in our lives and he will be forever remembered.
We are praying and thinking of the entire Bole family.
All our Best,
Teddy, Jenny, Jack and Chase Colegate
Lew, heather, Dylan and Cadence Martin
April 18, 2012
Forever in our hearts! Ian will be terribly missed! Greg, Kelly, Rachael, Sarah, and Will our hearts are aching for you in this tragic loss. We miss each and everyone of you! Hugs, kisses and prayers.
Jeanie Kinnicutt Kostun
April 18, 2012
Kelly, Greg, Rachel and Sarah. We are so sorry for your loss and pray that you'll find strength and comfort through God and your friends and each other. Hugs to all of you.
~Jeanie Kinnicutt Kostun and family
MSgt Tyler Ball
April 18, 2012
One of the best Marines to ever serve and is missed by all that know and served with him. A man amongst men and one you were always happy to see. Stories about his humor and antics are and will be recounted for a long time. He is truly missed and it was a blessing to have known Ian. Semper Fidelis Marine.
Bill Hornsby
April 18, 2012
I am greatful to have had the chance to work and get to know Ian even if for a brief amount time, he will be missed.
Tiffany Banks
April 18, 2012
Praying for you during this difficult time. Our thoughts are with your family.
Laura Smith
April 18, 2012
Greg and Kelly you are in my family's thoughts and prayers. I pray that you will find peace in so trying a time. Be content in knowing he is with God and picking out the best routes in heaven for future Harley rides with his dad....
Jill Jenkins
April 18, 2012
I am sorry for the loss of your son. I want you to know that I will be praying for strength, peace, and comfort for you and your family.
Laura Hastings
April 18, 2012
I am sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Lonnie Childs
April 18, 2012
Indeed one of the funniest kids I've ever met...his laugh will be missed!
xoxoxo
Aunt Lonnie
Angela Keiser
April 18, 2012
"What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch, we may not understand why you left this earth so soon, or why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived. And that your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget"
I will always remember you Ian Bole, in my mind and in my heart.
April 18, 2012
Keeping you all in our thoughts and praying that you will feel God's presence in these difficult days. May the love and caring of friends comfort you. With deepest sympathy,
Dreiner Kinsey and Blanche Larkin
Rachael Jacobs
April 18, 2012
My heart goes out to the Bole Family. Ian will be forever missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. He was an amazing person and one of the best Marines I had the privilege of serving with. Semper Fidelis,
Warrant Officer Rachael Jacobs
Ray Johnston
April 18, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sean Burdick
April 18, 2012
God Bless Ian and the Bole Family. The funniest man I ever met will be greatly missed.
April 18, 2012
Our heart & prayers are attempting to lift you all up.
The Kirnan's
mary savard
April 18, 2012
My heart bleeds for you all.
He only takes the best.
If the love of friends comforts you, count me among the thousands.
xoxoxo
Mary
Matt Frazier
April 18, 2012
I can't begin to express how sorry I am that Ian has left this word so early. He was the kind of guy that would give you the shirt off his back; he had a huge heart and was a real pleasure to be around. I am deeply saddened that we won't get to see the great man that he would have been. As a Marine, he embodied our motto, “No greater friend, No worse enemy” – he was proud of his time in the Corps, and his time in Afghanistan. Five of us from “the neighborhood” [Teddy, Will, Lew, Ian and myself] all deployed at roughly the same time and spent the following summer drinking beers, playing cards and sharing stories. I am honored to have known him and my heart goes out to the entire Bole family during this tragic time. Rest in Peace brother.
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