Brian W. Bolte

Brian W. Bolte
Age 64, of Braceville, IL, passed away after a valiant battle with Melanoma surrounded by loved ones. Brian is survived by his devoted wife Punky (Willis); children, Tyler (Christine "T-Girl") Hicks and Jamie (Christopher "Pher") Price; grandchildren, Shayelei, Nikolai, Ambrose, Stella, Baylen, Evan, and Riley; mother, Judy Bolte; mother-in-law, Jean Willis; brother, Ron (Ellen) Bolte, Jr.; favorite sister, Sue (Tim) Graf; sisters-in-law, Roxanne (Jerry) Alton, Kim Willis, and Chantell "Tilly" (Mike) Berg; his beloved cats Bert and Ernie; and many loving nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles; and many friends. Preceded in death by his father, Ron Bolte, Sr.; brother, Jeff Bolte; father-in-law, RA Willis; and brothers-in-law, Keith Willis and Kevin Willis. Brian was born in Joliet and raised in Shorewood. He attended Troy schools and graduated from Joliet West High School. Brian worked for many years at Rovanco Piping and recently Clearwater Paper. Brian was known for his big, generous, kind heart and his great sense of humor. He enjoyed golfing, riding his Harley with Punky, fishing, gardening, and spending time with family and friends. As per Brian's wishes, cremation rites will be accorded and there will be no services. The family would like to thank Dr. Hamdan and staff at Riverside Cancer Center for their compassionate care of Brian. There will be a celebration of life at a later date. R.W. Patterson Funeral Home & Crematory in charge of arrangements. For more information and to visit his online guestbook, please log on to www.rwpattersonfuneralhomes.com.