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I never had Brother Bolts as a teacher, but I believe he was at Riordan when I was (1967-1971). I know he made a major contribution to making the school what it was.
Albert Alioto
July 14, 2025


Daly City, California
1935 - 2025
Bro. T. William "Bill" Bolts, SM09/07/1935 - 07/03/2025Brother Bill died as a Marianist Brother (Society of Mary) on July 3, 2025 in Cupertino, CA. He was born in San Francisco, CA. and was a member of the first graduating class of Archbishop Riordan High School in San Francisco. He made his...
Read MoreI never had Brother Bolts as a teacher, but I believe he was at Riordan when I was (1967-1971). I know he made a major contribution to making the school what it was.
Albert Alioto
July 14, 2025
He was quite a treasure at Riordan for everyone of us. He lives on in those he helped grow into adulthood. Condolences to his family.
Dom Tallerico, Riordan class of 1973
July 14, 2025 | School
Congratulations on a life well lived with a deep commitment to the Marianist community and charism. My deepest condolences to his family and to the Marianist community. I admire Brother Bolts' life and commitments.
Burt Smith, Riordan class of 61 and a Postulant for two years with the comm
July 14, 2025 | Other
Br. Bolts was such a kind man and a true keeper of the Marianist flame. He loved Archbishop Riordan High School so much and was a great presence. He remembered my husband Gerry O'Driscoll and was very kind to my son Sean O'Driscoll when he was a student. He truly helped to form men of character. He will be missed.
Maureen E Hurley
July 14, 2025 | School
A Crusader, always....
Brian White RHS `74
July 14, 2025 | School
Our family met Brother Bill early in his religious life as a Marianist. His warm welcome and lovely smile greeted us over the many years of his ministry in Northern California, even as he faced physical challenges in recent years. He was so grateful for his family and his Marianist Community. May you rest in Christ´s peace, Brother Bill, as Father Chaminade welcomes you to the Communion of Saints. Fran Kearney, snjm
Fran Kearney, snjm
July 14, 2025
Thank you for the witness of your vowed religious life as a Marianist Brother, your dedicated service to others inside of the classroom, as well as in other ministries, all in faithful discipleship to Christ and His Church. Requiescat in Pace.
A Fellow Pilgrim
July 13, 2025 | Other
I had classes with you at Serra High. You inspired my love of history. I will forever be thankful.
Val Schmiedeskamp
July 13, 2025 | School