Name: Calling hours for Edward M. "Eddie" Bolcar Jr.
Start: 2016-02-17T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-02-18T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Connell Funeral Home, Inc.

Edward "Eddie" M. Bolcar, Jr. 58, of Bethlehem Twp., passed away on February 11, 2016 in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Lynn (Weaver) Bolcar. They celebrated 28 years of marriage on September 2, 2015. Eddie was born October 29, 1957 in Fountain Hill. He was the son of Edward, Sr. and Irene (Kereczman) Bolcar. A 1975 graduate of Liberty High School and Bethlehem Area Vocational Technical School, Eddie was a 30 year employee of Moravian College, working in the carpentry department until 2014. He loved woodworking and cabinetry making. In his spare time, he was an avid bowler, starting out in the junior program and bowling in many leagues throughout his adult career. He was also a coach for the junior bowlers at Town and Country from 1996-2009. When he was no longer able to bowl, he turned his sites to oil painting, which blossomed into a new career of "Ed's Art and Frames". Eddie's smile, competitive spirit, positive attitude and practical joke personality will be sadly missed by family and friends. Survivors: He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Lynn; parents; Edward and Irene; daughter, Alexandra Nicole; sister, Veronica, wife of Paul Pavelko; mother-in-law, Marie Blair; nephew, Jeffrey Stofanak; niece, Jennifer Fitzko; along with his furry friend, Dylan. Services: A Celebration of Life Ceremony will be held on Wednesday, February 17, 2016 at 7 p.m. at Connell Funeral Home, 245 E. Broad St., Bethlehem, PA. Friends and family may call from 4 to 7 p.m. in the funeral home. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Jack and Eloise Karp Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 593, Allentown, PA 18105 to benefit junior bowling at Town and Country Lanes. Send online condolences to www.connellfuneral.com.

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Published by Morning Call on Feb. 13, 2016.

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Mark Maus

February 20, 2016

May God Bless Eddie and his family. He was my first ever friend, born in the same year and living only doors away from each other. So many good memories... Like the mystery of optics and a magnifying glass on a sunny day hovering over the ant hill. If we could focus the sunlight to a pin point on a fire ant, we would marvel at the tiny puff of smoke. So fitting for young boys. Or, how Eddie would drag the tips of his shoes on the sidewalk to and from Donegan school, wearing holes thru the leather with each step. Only with the shoes he hated. A new pair was soon to follow. We loved riding our bikes together, sometimes with a balloon or playing card attached to the front fork so each spoke would pop a sound like a motorcycle engine, the faster the louder. It was so much fun. In his portrait of Floyd Best store, you will noticed a spider bike parked against the store... It is a duplicate of his purple bike. We always got along with each other. Thank you Eddie, I cherish the wonderful childhood we shared. You are the best first ever friend a person can wish for...

stephanie sydorak-sell

February 18, 2016

so sorry for your loss,Lynn.

Chris Speck & Family

February 17, 2016

Sorry Bolcar family for your loss.

I bowled with Eddie years ago at boulevard lanes. He was always friendly. He always had a smile on his face.

Keith Brooks

February 15, 2016

To Lynn and Alex and the entire Bolcar family
Eddie will be missed. But our memories will be kept in our thoughts and Eddie will be in our hearts forever.
I will never forget opening day fishing and trips to the shore.
Rest in peace. Your journey is over and a new one begins.

Bill and Joan Cawley

February 15, 2016

Our deepest sympathy on your loss.
May the love of friends and family carry you through.

Jim West

February 14, 2016

Dear Bolcar family and friends,

My sympathy to all of the family of Eddie. I am a professor at Moravian College and got to know Eddie over the years and always enjoyed speaking with him. He was upbeat even in the days of his illness and his artwork is excellent and inspirational. I know he will be missed by many at Moravian. May God bless him and all of you. Jim West

John and Mary Ann Williams

February 14, 2016

Our sincerest of condolences to Lynn, Alex, the entire family, and the many friends of Eddie. May the good memories give you comfort and peace. We will miss our dear friend.
His lighthouse painting, which hangs in our bedroom, will remain a constant reminder of Eddie and our friendship. Rest in peace friend.

nancy Berkowitz

February 14, 2016

Dear Lynn, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Eddie. May you find strength and happiness as time goes on. Sincerely, Nancy Berkowitz

February 14, 2016

My sincere condolences to the family and friends off Ed. HIs kindness, friendy personality will be always remembered.Silvia

Mike Frankenfield

February 13, 2016

To Lynn & Alex... I knew Ed through bowling when I was a young kid at Boulevard in the Classic League. We reconnected through Facebook, and I got to see a side of him I never knew. His tremendous talent in painting, and his humorous side. I also saw him not back down in his fight. He fought till the very end. He did not let Cancer take away his passion for his love of painting, his family nor did he let it take away his spirit. May he rest in Peace, and watch over you both. RIP Ed!

February 13, 2016

Dear Bolcar family. Our deepest sympathy on the loss of beloved Eddie. Having known you all for many year I know what a hole has been left in your hearts. May God gift you peace and comfort to heal your grief.

Love,
Steffie(Campanella) and Frank Tomko and family.

Mike Rehrig

February 13, 2016

Rest in peace old friend had great time bowling with you and thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Alec Gorsky

February 13, 2016

RIP old friend. You put up a heck of a battle.

February 13, 2016

lynn & alex I am so sorry for your lost I work with eddie at morivan he was good man he will be miss Edward Johnson rest in peace eddie

Debbie Kocher

February 13, 2016

It wasn't the best place to meet someone, but we met Ed in the pre-op room as my daughter awaited surgery. He introduced himself and we became an instant fan of his positive personality, even as he looked at the first scan of the "beast" he was going to have to fight. Following him on fb, I have always wished I could have gotten to know him more. He surely made an impact with his humor, talent in painting, and love for his family. RIP Ed

Barbara Maza

February 13, 2016

Eddie, RIP my friend. I will forever cherish the two paintings I bought from you, my beautiful "Lighthouses". When I look at them, I will think of you. Seeing you everyday at " The EmCee " at Moravian College was a great pleasure. Every morning, wheat toast and a small coffee at break time...always the same breakfast....that was you Eddie!!! Now you get to paint pictures of Jesus, so glad we were friends....Barbie

Bill Clauser

February 13, 2016

Eddie - You will be surely missed by not only your family, but by anyone connected with bowling in the Lehigh Valley. I was lucky enough to install you in the Bethlehem Bowlers Hall of Fame in 1991, and you deserved it!

Ron & Patti Lokay

February 13, 2016

Eddy, I left my tribute to you on Facebook for all to read. Lynn, Alex, Ronnie, parents Irene & Eddy Sr. Patti and I express our deepest sorrow in your time of mourning. You all know Eddy gave it his best shot & put up the good fight. He went out a winner, for in all his pain, he did not complain. He will be sorely missed by his family, his many friends for his wit, smile and he left many with a lasting memory in his beautiful paintings. Once again family, you are in our thoughts & prayers. Eddy, rest in peace and watch over us. Your cousin Ron

Peggy and Ray Gencarelli

February 13, 2016

Lynn and Alex, I only met Eddie twice, but The way his sister Ronnie eyes lite up when she talked about her brother Eddie he must have been the best. Please accept our sincere sympathy in the loss of your husband , father and brother and son. Do not dwell upon his death but cherish all the wonderful memories of a man so loved.

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