Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Darlie Bolden Obituary
She was born on December 6, 1940 in Tazewell, Tennessee to the late Ira "Willie" Jessee and Nettie Irene (Johnson) Jessee Bell. On September 6, 1958, she married Lawrence Bolden in Tazewell, Tennessee.
Darlie worked for Rostone for 22 years before retiring. Darlie was saved at an early age and attended Montmorenci Baptist Church.
Darlie loved spending time with family, children, and grandchildren, working in her flower gardens, helping others, and reading. She enjoyed collecting-cookie jars, cast iron and iron skillets, and thimbles and always looked forward to Wednesdays which were "Sister Day" for many years as well as Fridays for grandkids sleepovers.
Surviving are her husband, Lawrence Bolden of Lafayette; her children, Janice (Michael) Allen of Lafayette and Dave Bolden of Lafayette; her grandchildren, Amber (Billy Terry) Allen, Mike Allen, and Justin (Hannah) Allen; and her great grandchildren, Joshua & Justin and Annabelle, Laylah, & Sadie. Also surviving are her siblings, Lois (Jimmy) Bolden of Lafayette, Rev. Kenneth Bill Jessee of Sedalia, KY, and Brenda (Elmer) Noe of Lafayette and several special nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her brother, William "Buddy" Jessee; her 3 sister-in-laws; 1 brother-in-law; 1 nephew; and her stepfather, William L. Bell.
Private services were held at Fisher Funeral Chapel in Lafayette, IN with burial in Armstrong Cemetery in Green Hill, IN. The pallbearers were her grandsons, Mike and Justin Allen; great grandsons, Josh and Justin; and nephews, Jim and Darryll Bolden.
You can watch the funeral service, share memories, photos, and condolences on Darlie's Tribute Wall at www.fisherfuneralchapel.com. Memorial donations may be made to Montmorenci First United Baptist Church (4017 North US HWY 231 West Lafayette, 47906) in loving memory of Darlie.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Darlie Bolden
6 Entries
Phyllis Brubaker
April 25, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Annabelle B.
April 24, 2020
I will miss watching cartoons with you and and sitting on the porch with you. I love and miss you. Love Annabelle
Gerry Cote
April 23, 2020
Please accept our sympathy. May your wife Rest In Peace after her long health struggle.
Kenny and Krista Jessee
April 23, 2020
We are very sorry to hear of Darlie's passing. Her light will be missed. We send virtual hugs to the family!
April 23, 2020
My deepest condolences in your time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers goes out to your family. If you need help with anything in my power to do, please don't hesitate to ask. Sending love and hugs.
Katie Maxson
Tim & Sherrie Simpson
April 22, 2020
Where going to miss you so much. Love always. Prayers going out for the family
Showing 1 - 6 of 6 results
Make a Donation
in Darlie Bolden's name
Memorial Events
for Darlie Bolden
Funeral services provided by:
Fisher Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services - Lafayette914 Columbia Street, Lafayette, IN 47901
How to support Darlie's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Darlie Bolden's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
