Donald Franklin Bolles Obituary
We bid farewell to Donald Franklin Bolles of Shelby, Ohio, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 4, 2024 at the age of 86. Donald Franklin touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Donald Franklin Bolles to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Arthur E. Bolles and Beatrice Bolles (Koch); his brother David Bolles; his daughter-in-law Patricia Bolles; and his sisters-in-law, Rita Yore and Carole Pittis.
He is survived by: his wife Ruth Elaine Bolles (Hannafus); his children, Kevin Bolles of Lexington, Lisa Kempf (Scott) of Shelby and Jane Williams (John) of Shelby; his grandchildren, Paul Bolles (Rachel), Mark Bolles (Bessy), Kristen Maynard (Caleb), Eric Bolles (Nicole), Adam Kempf (Tara), Ashley Goeden, John Williams III (Emily) and Jeremy Williams (Jessica); and his sisters-in-law, Pam Blankenhorn and Mary Lee Barr. He is also survived by 9 great grandchildren, numerous other relatives and friends.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, December 11th 2024 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Penwell Funeral Home (168 W Main St, Shelby, OH 44875). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, December 11th 2024 at 3:00 PM at the same location.
Memorial contributions may be made to the First Lutheran Church of Shelby or Crystal Care Center of Ashland.
