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Anthony Bolin Obituary
Age 61, of North Canton, passed away Thursday morning in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Canton, April 16, 1949, a son of Norma (Pasquali) Bolin of Waynesburg, and the late Gene Bolin. He was a Waynesburg resident most of his life and a 1967 graduate of Sandy Valley High School. He retired in 2002 from Republic Steel Corp., after 17 years service, where he was a steelworker. Tony was a member of St. James Catholic Church in Waynesburg, as well as Malvern American Legion Post #375, a life member of Minerva VFW Post #4120, member of Green VFW Post #7490, North Canton Eagles, Aerie #2223, and the Oriole Club of North Canton. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, and was a highly decorated Veteran, and among his awards he was a recipient of a Bronze Star. Preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Romolo and Mary Pasquali, and paternal grandparents, Harry and Charlotte Bolin.
Along with his mother, Tony is survived by his wife, Kathy L. Bolin, with whom he celebrated their 12th Wedding Anniversary on Aug. 21st; his children, twins, Travis Bolin and his wife, Jacy, of Murfreesboro, Tenn., and Angela Frazier, and her husband, Shane, of Minerva, also son, Anthony 'Tony' Bolin and his fiancée, Jordan Haynes, of Minerva; four grandchildren, Mykenzie and Kaylee Bolin, Olivia 'Lily' Frazier, and Jaden Anthony Bolin; a stepdaughter and her husband, Jenny and Jon Green and their children, Sierra and Conner, of Newville, Pa.; three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Lanie and Tim Jones, and Holly (Bolin) Woodyard, all of Canton, and Melodye and Bob Moneypenny, of Magnolia; several nieces and nephews; and his faithful companion, Lady Luck.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. in St. James Catholic Church with Fr. Joseph Zamary and Fr. Thomas Cebula as Concelebrants. Interment in Sandy Valley Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday 3-6 p.m. at the Finefrock-Gordon Funeral Home in Magnolia. Military graveside services by the American Legion and VFW Posts from Malvern, Minerva and Carrollton.
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My Dad Anthony David Bolin
Travis Anthony Bolin
January 16, 2011
My Dad, Anthony David Bolin was born April 16th 1949. Most of you know him as Tony, To, Guido, Pasta, Scorpion and so many other names he relished. He was the only son, a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle, friend, and most of all a proud Vietnam Veteran. He was sometimes stubborn. He was also very humble, two very odd combinations. I am very proud of him for the fight he went through to live another day. It appeared he had 9 lives. He was on the front lines in Vietnam, fought and Beat Cancer. He is the strongest man I will ever know.
I am going to miss a lot about my Dad but surprisingly the things he did that annoyed me at the time will be the things that I miss the most. I know that some of you were lucky to be fully aware of the 5 am wakeup calls. I know he forgot of the time difference in Tennessee, so my wakeup calls were even earlier. Dad thought "If I am, everyones up". These calls were about random things, to vent about the government taxes or maybe even advice about the best appliance to buy. He loved to read consumer reports. I spoke to my Dad several times per week over the last several years. We talked shop, war stories I made him tell me, and of course Women. You probably all knew that conversation was always interesting. I know my Dad told me he was proud of his kids. It frustrated him that Me and Tony would multi-task and call him while driving to the store, or work. We told him that he taught us to be productive with our time. Guido became a little more understanding and some of his views evolved. This made me proud of him.
My Dad was pretty strict with us when we were little. We had several things that we hated at the time but now are glad he taught us. Never talk with your mouth full, keep your elbows off the table, put your napkin on your lap, and most importantly don't run with your hands in your pockets. He even said "Don't think too much it will get you killed one day".
My Dad loved his Italian heritage. He could never get enough pasta, every time I came up to see him he always asked if we were hungry because he had sauce and bread. Of course the answer was always yes. Sometimes you may even heard him act like Tony Soprano and just say "SPEAK" when he answered the phone.
I occasionally run into someone who knew my dad and they tell me story after story about him. I've heard people tell me and my brother Tony that we are a lot like our Dad. Some times probably not so positive but all of his children have his strength, sense of humor, passion and are proud to represent him. We will carry on the Bolin name.
I am sure we all have plenty of memorable stories of him and to him that made his time here even more impactful. Dad had a very full long life. We all wish it was longer but he suffered enough. I wish we had gotten a chance to take that trip to Italy we had always talked about. Now Dad I will go see it for you and drink a birra or two for you.
WE LOVE YOU DAD. We will miss you. We will all continue to make you proud.
Sharon Burns
January 16, 2011
A classmate and friend that I hadn't seen in years. So sad to hear that he had to suffer. Sympathy to Tony's family. He will be missed. Dr. Sharon Moore Burns, SV Class of 67
Catherine Grossi
January 12, 2011
Safely Home:I am home in Heaven dear ones, Oh, so happy and so bright! There is perfect joy and beauty in this everlasting light. All the pain and grief is over. Every restless tossing passed;I am now at peace forever. Safely home in Heaven at last. Did you wonder I so calmly trod the valley of the shade? Oh, but Jesus' love illumined every dark and fearful glade. And He came Himself to meet me. In that way so hard to tread; and with Jesus' arm to lean on, Could I have one doubt or dread? Then you must not grieve so sorely, for I love you dearly still: Try to look beyond Earth's shadows, Pray to trust our Father's Will. There is work still waiting for you, so you must not idly stand; Do it now while life remaineth-you shall rest in Jesus' land. When that work is all completed, He will gently call you Home; Oh, the rapture of that meeting, Oh, the joy to see you come! (May this comfort you as it did me.)
Cheryl & Vince Navarra
January 12, 2011
Norma, Hollie & Family,Our deepest sympathy during this time. In our thoughts & prayers.
Tom Burkhart
January 11, 2011
One of my little brothers from Waynesburg is gone. Saw him a few times at Wade Park VA and Canton VA clinic. He never complained. We always spoke of each others families, and he truly loved his. Only good things to say about Tony. I'm going to miss him. May he rest in peace. Amen.
You and Jaden
Anthony Bolin
January 11, 2011
To my father, Pop I will always love you and miss you greatly. Jaden says that he misses you alot and will never forget his Grandpa Tony. We Love You Dad
Your Son Tony & Grandson Jaden
Frank Layman
January 10, 2011
Please accept our condolences. We are so sorry for your loss.
Aimee Latham
January 10, 2011
Prayers for everyone in the Bolin family. May God comfort you during this difficult time.
Patrick Smith
January 10, 2011
To the entire Bolin family im am deeply sorry for your loss me and uncle Tony never got to talk as much as i would like but he did call me and help me through a decision of mine in weather to join the military or not we talked for over a hour about this and he helped me alot with it my dad (beat) told me a couple good stories about them and i wish i would have been able to see him more my deepest sympathy goes to all of you.
Lindsey Moneypenny
January 10, 2011
MY UNCLE, MY IDOL, MY HERO! I LOVE YOU MORE THAN WORDS CAN EVER SAY AND WILL MISS YOU MORE THAN YOU WILL EVER KNOW. MAY GOD CHERISH YOU AS WE DID, AND MAY YOU BE AT PEACE IN HEAVEN. I LOVE YOU UNCLE TONY. I MISS YOU AND WILL NEVER FORGET ALL YOU HAVE DONE FOR ME AND ALL YOU HAVE TAUGHT ME AND SAID TO ME. YOU ARE MY HERO!!!!!
Patty (Andreini) Gero
January 10, 2011
To the Bolin Family: Tony and I shared many memories. I was going to marry him and Norma, you were going to be my Mother-in Law. That's when I was 11 yrs old. May God wrap his loving arms around you and comfort you. My sincerest sympathy.
Lynn Norton
January 9, 2011
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Virgil & Pat Burns
January 9, 2011
Sorry for your loss...,my husband and I both worked with Tony at Republic Steel.
Deanna Marsili-Hart
January 9, 2011
Norma, Lanie,Holly and Melodye, My thoughts and prayers are with Tony's family at this very difficult time. Stay strong and remember he is in God's arms now.
January 9, 2011
DEAR FAMILY,
WE READ THE CANTON PAPER, HERE IN BONITA SPRINGS, FL..AND NORMA, WE SEND OUR CONDOLENCES TO YOU , DO TAKE CARE, WE KNOW IT WONT BE EASY, BUT THIS IS LIFE, WHEN YOUR NUMBER IS UP, WE HAVE NO CONTROL..AND THATS LIFE..GIVE YOUR HOLLY AND BIG HUG FOR ME...AND THE REST OF YOU TAKE CARE...
KENT AND DOROTHY MAXWELL
January 9, 2011
To Norma,Lanie,Melodye and Holly so sorry for your loss, I know that your fond memories of Tony will stay with you always !!!!!love,Mimi Artzner Fawver
Robin Servie
January 9, 2011
Although there is sorrow here on Earth at Tony's passing there is rejoicing in the Heaven's for his arrival. Praying that you will all feel comfort and peace knowing that you will some day reunite. Love, Robin
DAVD AND JANET ALMASY
January 9, 2011
TO NORMA,LANI,HOLLIE AND MELODYE,
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO ALL OF YOU. HE WILL BE SADDLY MISSED BY EVERYONE
Keith Maple
January 9, 2011
My heart go's out to the family of Anthony, he was a good friend in high school. May he rest in peace.
Julie Roseman
January 9, 2011
Lanie and Melodye, I worked with you both a long time ago at Haines & Company. I am so sorry that you lost your brother and for the pain that you are going through. My sympathy to you and yours.
Tony & Lisa Vissoc
January 8, 2011
There are no words that can take the pain away. Time does heal so they say, but your sorrow and loss shall be replaced by memories of the good days that gone by and to know you will one day share the joy of Heaven together.
HOLLY BOLIN-WOODYARD
January 8, 2011
MY BROTHER , MY MENTOR, MY FATHER SINCE I WAS 22 YEARS OLD, A PART OF ME DIED TODAY. YOU WERE ALWAYS THERE WHEN I NEEDED ADVICE. WHO WILL BE THERE NOW? OUR FAMILY WILL NEVER BE THE SAME WITHOUT YOU. I WILL ALWAYS MISS YOU BIG BROTHER ALWAYS. I LOVE YOU.
HOLLY BOLIN-WOODYARD
January 8, 2011
MY BROTHER, MY MENTOR, MY FATHER SINCE I WAS 22 YEARS OLD, A PART OF ME DIED TODAY. YOU WERE ALWAYS THERE WHEN I NEEDED ADVISE, WHO WILL BE THERE NOW ? I CAN'T IMAGINE OUR FAMILY WITHOUT YOU.I MISS YOU BIG BROTHER AND ALWAYS WILL.
Kathie Anderson
January 8, 2011
May the Lord be with you and strengthen you thru this most sorrowful time. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and always remember that 'death leaves a heartache no one can heal--love leaves memories no one can steal'. Live for those memories and may God bless the entire Bolin family.
Linda Sell, Bonnie Weyand & Sandi Stein
January 8, 2011
Sorry to hear of Tony's passing. Our thoughts & prayers are with your family.
Rae Ann Swinehart
January 8, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Jerry and Pam Coleman
January 8, 2011
Sorry to hear of the loss of a friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
shelley-dave speaker
January 8, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
james laisure
January 7, 2011
tony we will miss you and would like to offer our condolences to kathy and all the rest of your family the Laisure's
Chris Spencer
January 7, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about Tony, My thoughts & Prayers are with you..
Ronda Pett
January 7, 2011
Holly,
Our most sincere condolences to you and your family!
In Prayer,
Richard and Ronda Pett.
Melodye Moneypenny
January 7, 2011
My brother, my best friend, my hero, I will miss you.
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