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EVAN BOLTON Obituary
Evan Bolton, a life long resident of Alachua County, died unexpectedly on Tuesday March 28th 2017 at the age of 13 at home in his bed.
Evan was born at North Florida Regional Medical Center on August 26th 2003 to Adam Bolton and Jenna Bolton. He had been a student at Oak Hall School, Hidden Oak Elementary and currently enrolled at Kanapaha Middle School in 7th Grade.
Evan was a kind and gentle person. He was sensitive to everyone around him and was friendly, loving, giving and was well liked by everyone lucky enough to meet him. He loved the water and the ocean. His favorite place was at the beach playing in the waves. After school he could be found kicking a soccer ball in the alley behind his house or with friends in the open spaces of Town of Tioga. He spent many days with his father kite-surfing, boogie or skim boarding, and he would sleep in a hammock outside on his family's sailboat on weekends. He recently started a fish tank with his Mother and found the fish to be very fascinating and enjoyable.
He was very intelligent and was an avid audiobook listener with science fiction and fantasy novels being his favorite genres. He had a wonderful sense of humor and loved joking around with anyone willing to share a laugh.
Evan is survived by his father Adam Bolton, his mother Jenna Nelson, his sister Trinity Bolton; his step-mother Kara Bolton, his step-father Mark Nelson; his step-brother Tyler Sutton; his step-sister Cheyenne Sutton; his grandparents Herb and Mary Ann Bolton, Deanna and Jackson Watkins, Auburn and Gail Norris; his great grandmother, Margot Doehring; his uncles Bryce Bolton, Richard Toole, Trenton Toole and William Toole his Cousin Tina Dente Wehner and great aunts Mary Pickard and Donna Harnett and great uncle Bill.
A memorial service to celebrate Evan's life will be held at Trinity United Methodist Church located at 4000 NW 53rd Avenue in Gainesville on Sunday, April 9th at 6:00 pm. The memorial service can be viewed live online by visiting trinitygnv.org and clicking on the 'Worship' tab'. A catered reception will follow immediately at the church. Flowers are appreciated and donations to a scholarship fund for construction students in Evan's memory may be made by contacting Margie Krpan at the Builders Association of North Central Florida, [email protected].
Arrangements are under the care of Forest Meadows Funeral Home, 725 NW 23rd Ave. Gainesville, FL. 352-378-2528.
www.forestmeadowsfh.com
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Memories and Condolences
for EVAN BOLTON
sherry willey
March 27, 2024
I will always remember you Evan. Your smile, kindness and sense of humor brought a smile every day.
Sherry Willey
March 27, 2023
I remember you Evan Bolton. And I smile.
Sherry Willey
March 28, 2022
I always remember you and your amazing talent to make others smile and laugh.
Jenna Nelson (Evan's Mother)
March 21, 2022
Not a day goes by that I don't picture your warm smile and hear your laugh. Nearly 5 years later, I miss you terribly but I know you forged your own path with your own destiny. I am so proud of you for everything you accomplished and all the lives you touched during your short time on this earth. Until we meet again...Love Mom
Adam Bolton
October 6, 2021
Thank you to everyone who has posted here in memory of my son Evan. It is wonderful to read the messages and feel the support and care. I will carry the loss of my boy forever and continue to find the joy in living my life. I am grateful for every day I had with him.
Brandon Criss
August 21, 2021
My brother was in the same group as him in his last field trip, and they were pretty close friends. I can confirm that Evan was a great guy.
Jas Ladislas
October 27, 2020
Felt bad for this kid. Found it on my school bench's at my school. For anyone who’s friends with Evan hope you are doing okay. Found out my school made a set for him and carved his name onto it. Heard he was a sweet kid from my history teacher.
Ariyana D
January 28, 2018
I still think of Evan everyday, and the pain doesn't go away. I loved hanging out with Evan, and whenever I found out Evan would be there, I was there. He and your family are in my prayers every night. I am so sorry.
cevonna Curtis
September 6, 2017
When i firsst heard of evan dyin gi couldnt believe it he was always so happy and he would make me laugh i will always remember he was such a great person i never seen him sad or even mad.He would talk about cool doritos, skittles, and chipotle, and also his favorite color, blue.His laugh was so powerful that when he laughed everybody in 6th period laugh i will keep these memories.#r.i.p Evan
Ethan Christensen
July 25, 2017
Evan was a great friend to have. He was my best friend since 3rd grade when I moved here and till this day. I loved him so much and he was my sunshine to my day. I will always remember him in my heart.
jakeria holmes
May 24, 2017
i love you evan you are my heart
Judy Bohrer
May 8, 2017
My heartfelt sympathy to Kara and family on the loss of this precious young man. I pray that the love and support from friends and family will be ongoing comfort to all of you.
Judy Bohrer, The Villages of West End
Lamaris Feggins
April 19, 2017
Evan has always been a good friend to me and to find out that he is gone is heart braking I remember when we were in 6th grade he used to slide across the floor. And when I was sad he would always say something that would cheer me up . I miss you buddy
Mary Gardner
April 10, 2017
My prayers and thoughts are with the family. Words can not express my sadness for all of the Bolton Family members.
sherry willey
April 10, 2017
I miss you and your smile and sense of humor- everyday in class. I feel privileged to have had you in our class for the time that we did. I guess I'm selfish for wanting more.
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Kelly O'Quinn
April 9, 2017
Praying for you!
Karin Gates
April 9, 2017
I can't be there in person but I will listen in. I'm glad that my sister Margie, Evan's grandmother, did not have to go through the grief of losing him. She loved following him on Facebook and would have been devastated by his loss. Now they are together in heaven. My love to you all!
Jenna Nelson
April 9, 2017
Evan, Only now do you understand the depth and breadth of the love I have for you, my sweet, sweet, boy. You will always be in my heart and my thoughts. I miss you dearly!!
Leslie Remy
April 8, 2017
So sorry for your loss, heartache and emptiness. Love and prayers for the healing of your family. There are no words to comfort this great loss.
Grace Gaines
April 7, 2017
Evan will be missed. Rest easy Evan
Jim & Robin Doxey
April 6, 2017
Having lost our own son 7 years ago, we are reminded of the unbearable loss your family is facing. We send our prayers for strength and faith daily since hearing the news. Our daughter, Lani, remembers him as outgoing, always smiling, funny and sweet. If there is ANYTHING we can do, please let us know.
Cyndi Russell
April 5, 2017
I met Evan and his sister years ago when his mother would bring them to work with her. I remember very beautiful happy kids with lots of giggles. We are sad to hear that he left his family and friends so sudden.
April 5, 2017
To Kara and family, I am so saddened to hear this. I pray that God comforts and keeps you all during this most difficult time.
Bechinta Denson
Kevin Brown
April 4, 2017
I did not know Evan, however, being a father myself I am sure Evan brought a light into your life that will be missed. My prayers are with you and your family.
Kevin Brown
Renasant Bank
Hutch
April 4, 2017
We grieve with you in your loss of Evan. Our community will help in any way that we can as you confront the deepest fear of every parent and sibling. Godspeed.
Gerson and Beth Eddy
April 3, 2017
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Mike Piotrski
April 3, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. It is a tragedy to loose child so young. Turn to family and friends for support...we will all be here for you. God bless.
Paula Wilkinson
April 2, 2017
It was such an honor to have been Evan's 5th grade teacher at Hidden Oak Elementary. The thing I will never forget about Evan was his wonderful sense of humor. He had the amazing ability to make the worst day full of sunshine. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you celebrate the life and love of Evan.
Jan Baur
April 2, 2017
My deepest sympathy, love, and prayers to all of you. While
I didn't know Evan, I have enjoyed seeing all of the wonderful pictures of your family and Evan that you've so graciously shared with all of us on Facebook. It's obvious he was an outstanding young man and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
I will be keeping all of you in my prayers.
Sam Pearl
April 2, 2017
I feel blessed to have taught Evan in 5th Grade. Evan had a love for learning, great sense of humor, and made the most out of each day! Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers....
Trinity Briles-Grafft
April 2, 2017
I am sad with your family. I know time heals and that Evan will be with you always.
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