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Charles Bolton Obituary
In Loving Memory 1941-2025
Charles William "Chuck" Bolton, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2025, surrounded by family. He was born on May 5, 1941, in Butte, Montana.
Chuck is survived by his devoted wife of 61 years, Darlene; beloved daughter Becky Jo Randles (Destry); daughter-in-law Melissa Bolton; grandchildren Morgan (Taylor), Rohnin (Abi), Gabriel (Aydah), Kaitlyn, and Lily; great-grandson Damon; brothers Mickey (Vonnie) and Tim (Judy); brother-in-law John Price; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his cherished son Bill, his parents, parents-in-law, and numerous siblings.
A retired Delta Airlines employee, Chuck will be remembered as "the nicest guy you will ever meet," with a playful sense of humor and an unwavering devotion to family. Chuck and Darlene were blessed to share 5 years of dating and another 61 of marriage. He was always there for his children, and his grandchildren were the lights of his life. Family trips to California, Hawaii and Utah, as well as beloved Bolton gatherings in Butte, are among his most treasured times. Chuck will be missed more deeply than words can express.
A graveside service will be held in Butte, MT at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Mountain View Cemetery, followed by a lunch reception at the Butte Depot. Online guestbook available through Bell Tower Funeral Home, Post Falls, ID.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Bolton
John Johnston
Yesterday
So sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. Condolences to all his family.
jack obrien
Yesterday
Mickey and Vonnie I was sad today to hear of Chuck's passing. God bless you and your families.
JoAnn Roach
September 5, 2025
Darlene, we are so sorry to hear the news about Chuck, we were in your neighborhood in Great Falls, our kids (Tom and Debbie) loved playing with Billy and Becky. sending our sympathy and love from Great Falls, Bob & JoAnn Roach
Howie Obenhoff
September 5, 2025
Chuck WAS the "Nicest Guy You Will Ever Meet". While working across the aisle from him at Northwest Airlines I can never remember a time when he didn't have a smile or a good thing to say to everyone. Chuck was a helpful and easy going guy. I am sure he will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Toasha Farrell
September 2, 2025
Chuck was an amazing father and husband. He loved his family so very much and it was always evident to anyone who was around him. He put up with Becky and I and our shenanigans with patience even though we are both sure he worried a bit (or a lot at times) about us. His house was always open to me and I felt like I was loved and accepted by both him and Darlene. He leaves behind a legacy of love and an awesome example of an exceptionally kind and gentle human.
Kevin L Mellott
September 2, 2025
I had the great pleasure of working for Chuck at Delta Airlines in Butte Montana and even greater pleasure of meeting Chuck and Darlene as a Friend of Becky and Bill. I am so sorry for your loss but what a great gift you had having such a great man as your husband and father. I hope you cherish that gift as your heart misses this amazing father and husband. Chuck was a great leader and boss and I know I was lucky to have the opportunity to work with him. RIP Chuck I know you are flying in 1st Class.
Kevin Mellott
Larry D'Arcy
September 1, 2025
As a fellow Graduate of Boys Central in Butte,Montana, I want to add the fact that Chuck was one of the best Athletes the school produced.
Miss you Chuck.
Nancy Cassidy, Chavez
August 31, 2025
My deepest Symphony to darlene and all the family. Chuck was a very good person and a very devoted husband. May God bless you all and watch over you in this sad time. He is definitely with our Lord. Love you, Nancy Cassidy Chavez
Lynda (Bolton) DeWitt
August 31, 2025
All of our love and condolences to Our Aunt Darlene and our Cousin Becky and families. Our Uncle Chuck (Charlie) was a wonderful man, gentle and caring, and a smile that could light up the the stars in the sky. To our Bolton families in heaven the circle will be unbroken. Love Lynda, Ron and family.
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