Carl E. Bolte Jr.

I feel blessed to have met Carl through my husband Duffy, who was a student of Carl´s songwriting classes. . Duffy cherished their friendship deeply and Carl always brought joy to those he met. His encouraging words and kindness will be missed. My deepest condolences.

An eternal Light of Joy and love

Carl was a wonderful and completely unique man. My memories of him over the decades were of his relentless optimism, his deeply committed friendship which was practically lived out, and the joy he exuded from every pore in his being. He made time for the people he loved. He had a love of life that extended to music, storytelling, and his strange concoction of mayonnaise which he invented and called "Boltaise" and put on anything and everything. He listened and held those he chose to be in...

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

Cousin Gene - the oldest Bolte Cousin & me the youngest 1st cousin - was the acknowledged Patriarch of the family. Always welcoming to relatives coming to MO despite long and infrequent East or West Coast treks. Friendly rivalry between Gene's Navy and my Army in SE Asia (and our daughter's West Point attendance.) Fond memories of shared stories of visiting our Grandparents' farm in Slater, MO later owned by Gene's dad Carl, brother Denny, and himself. Also exceptional holiday meals shared...

I happened to be able to help with some of the many aspects of Mr. Bolte's work life, retired life. He taught me a lot of things I just didn't know about what goes into determining the area and dimensions of a site, for example, as well as a few personal activities that were near and dear to his heart. His presence was/is so massive that I'm sure his family has much work ahead to readjust to the emptiness now that he's gone. I'm sorry for your loss.