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Lloyd Bolli Obituary
BOLLI, Lloyd It is with much sadness the family of Lloyd Bolli announce his passing on Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at age 88. Dad will be forever remembered by Barbara, his loving wife of 64 years and their 5 children Michael, Brian (Nancy), Peter (Sandy), Barbara, Marc (Midori); eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren; his brother Erik (Sharon) and a large number of neices and nephews. Dad was predeceased by his parents Alberta and Nils Bolli and his sister Grace. Born March 18, 1921 in Lucerne B.C. and moving shortly thereafter to Jasper Alberta where Dad spent his youth. Dad's legacy will be remembered as one of perserverance and hard work. He took on multiple challenges in his life including working on the new Banff Jasper Highway; surviving a piggyback landing while training as a pilot for the war effort; completing two tours of duty during WW2 as a pilot with RCAF 404 Buffalo Squadron; building successful motel and hotel business's; building two beautiful homes; helping Mom raise 5 kids; and almost mastering the great game of golf. Retiring from the hotel and restaurant business Dad enjoyed many many wonderful years of trailering with Barbara, woodworking, golfing year round at Cedar Hill Golf course and many family celebrations. There will be a remembrance celebration of Lloyd's life on Saturday October 31st, from 2pm 4pm, at Cedar Hill Golf Course. Please join us. 566654
Memories and Condolences
for Lloyd Bolli
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Jim Baxter
November 3, 2009
Sending our condolences. We knew the Boli family for many years.
betty crowther
October 29, 2009
We were shocked and saddened to read of your loss. We just saw you at Betty's 90 th birthday party and Lloyd looked wonderful. It seems impossible to us but, sadly, we know it is all too real. Please accept our sincere condolences at this difficult time.
Linda Taylor
October 28, 2009
My deepest sympathy to you, Mrs. Bolli, and your entire family. I'll never forget all of the wonderful times that my parents (Jack and Margaret Taylor) and us 4 kids shared with you when we were growing up. The BBQ's, swimming in the pool, watching your sons dive off the roof into the pool (amazing for me as a young girl), my sleep overs with daughter Deb, when we were so young, not to mention our events at the Colonial Inn when Deborah and I were kids. I think the two of us made some of the best ice cream sundaes that mankind could have ever invented!!!
It was a pleasure to have known Mr. Bolli. He, and you, were always so kind, wonderful and supportive to the Taylor family. He'll be missed by many.
I wish you and your family strength and the knowledge that you have so much love extended to you from so many, during this very difficult time.
Love,
Linda Taylor
Daryl Taylor
October 28, 2009
I have know Lloyd and his wonderful family for almost 50 years. My father, Jack Taylor, and my mother Margaret Taylor both had the pleasure of working with Lloyd and Barbara at the Colonial Inn. (now James Bay Inn) Lloyd and Barbara never treated my parents as mere employees, but rather as members of an extended family.
As a young child I, and my 3 siblings, relished and anticipated the thought of joining the Bolli's for a fun filled afternoon soaking up the sun, swimming in their pool, and a great barbecue afterward.
Lloyd and Barbara were always the most genial hosts. It seemed to me at that young age that their outlook on life was "the more the merrier". And there was always a tremendous turnout for the (extended) family functions. That was a unique experience for all of us. None of my parents other friends put up with the antics of us little brats! Social affairs at that time were limited to the adults. But not so at the Bolli's!
Sadly though, we all drifted apart over the years, as happens with most people. Yet I recall the great joy that my mother experienced on her 75th and 80th birthday celebrations when Lloyd and Barbara attended. The pleasure and surprise on Mom's face made the evening for all of us.
I didn't know or recall until today that Lloyd was in the Air force,or that he did TWO tours in WW2! 5o% fatality rate on one tour was the average, and Lloyd did two! That goes to show you what an honorable and self sacrificing man he was.
Lloyd has touched myself, my parents, and my siblings with his kindness, his grace and his caring manner. He will be sorely missed.
Lloyd, I salute you Sir!
Daryl Taylor
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