James William "Bill" Bole Jr.

James William "Bill" Bole Jr. obituary

James William "Bill" Bole Jr.

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22

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Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses

112 Old Airport Rd, Pontotoc, MS 38863

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James Bole Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Tutor Memorial Funeral Home - Pontotoc on Nov. 14, 2025.

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James William "Bill" Bole, Jr., 79, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at his home in Pontotoc, MS. Raised in Carrollton, MS, Bill had remarkable musical talent, playing several instruments, but was especially known for the beautiful way he played the trumpet. As one of Jehovah's Witnesses, he found deep comfort in the Bible's hope for the future. He enjoyed woodworking and cherished time with his family. Despite living with disabilities from an accident, he maintained a wonderful attitude and a great sense of humor.

Bill is survived by his wife Cora Bole, sisters Anne Smith and Mary Kemp, children, Melody Thames, Michael Bole, James "Bill" Bole III, and Laura King, as well as 6 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents James and Frances Bole.

Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Pontotoc, MS at 1PM with Richard Farmer officiating. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery in Carrollton, MS.

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Upcoming Events

Nov

22

Funeral service

1:00 p.m.

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses

112 Old Airport Rd, Pontotoc, MS 38863

Send Flowers

Only 5 days left for delivery to next service.