Bill Bolton is no longer upright! He wanted us all to know he lived a good life.
William T. Bolton was born in Westmore, MT on February 2, 1937. He was known as Junior or Jr. to his close friends and family that had grown up with him.
Bill grew up in tough but fun times in the Westmore and Ismay area. Countless stories have been shared about Bill, his siblings, and friends from that area and time.
As he got older, he worked for various ranchers and farmers in the Ismay area. He then enlisted in the Army and served overseas. When Bill completed active duty, he returned to Miles City where he started working in the area and began his career as a telephone lineman with Bell Telephone.
During this time Bill met Connie and they married in September of 1959. This union lasted for over 60 years until Connie’s passing in January of 2021.
Bill was the last of a breed of pole lineman, as utility lines began being buried, he wrecked out and buried many of the same lines he had put up or maintained.
Bill retired from Bell after 34 years. He then went to work for contractors doing the work he enjoyed. Bill was recruited by Nemont Telephone Cooperative out of Glasgow for his experience and knowledge. His time with Nemont led to numerous new friendships. He finished his career with them. He always had a passion for hunting and fishing and continued this into retirement.
Bill is the last of his siblings. He was preceded in death by many family members and friends. He is survived by a large group of family and friends whom he loved dearly.
Bill would ask one thing of us all and that is to show generosity to each other. He will be greatly missed.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in William’s name to Erin’s Hope Project- 2215 Edgewood St. Miles City, MT 59301.
There will be a private family graveside service on Friday, January 20, 2023 at the Eastern Montana Veteran’s Cemetery in Miles City. Following the graveside service, the family would like to welcome all of Bill’s friends to join them for a luncheon at 12:30 p.m. at the VFW Club in Miles City at 119 N. 6th street, to celebrate Bill’s life. Should friends desire condolences can be made to the family by visiting stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Graveside Service with Full Military Honors
Private Family Burial
Eastern Montana State Veteran's Cemetery
,
Reception
Everyone is welcome to join the family at 12:30 p.m. at the VFW Hall for a celebration of life and reception, when they return from the cemetery.
Friday January 20, 2023
VFW Hall
Miles City, MT 59301
Service Schedule
Graveside Service with Full Military Honors
Private Family Burial
Eastern Montana State Veteran's Cemetery
,
Reception
Everyone is welcome to join the family at 12:30 p.m. at the VFW Hall for a celebration of life and reception, when they return from the cemetery.
Friday January 20, 2023
VFW Hall
Miles City, MT 59301
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marie root says
dear all bolton cousins,
Rest In Peace, Bill Bolton, Junior. when he was built, Gd broke the mold.
my thoughts and heart are with all bolton cousins who grew up under the shaggy eyebrows of junior bolton. now bill and my dad dan root can play with their big toys together in heaven, hitch the plow to the little tractor and clear snow all over the neighbourhood.
love, marie root
Linda Walker says
My thoughts are with you Bolton Family.
Carol Hanson says
To the Bolton family I worked with Bill while he was employed with USWest and also at Nemont for a short time. He was a one of a kind who would help anyone and never forgot a face when you would meet him. RIP Bill and let God and the Angels take care of you and Connie now as you are together again.
Linda Esser Moorr says
To the Bolton families. So sorry for your loss. Lots of memories of Connie and Bill with Dave and Marlene. Take care. Blessings!
James Arneson says
I am sorry for the loss of your grandpa, dad and friend. I grew up just down the street from the Bolton Family and always had the chance to visit Bill when he came to the clinic. To the Bolton Family, please accept my deepest condolences for your loss, may the best of memories warm your hearts now and always.
Ashley schieffert says
My Grandpa Bill was the best guy I ever knew! We will miss him so much!!!
Vanessa Zeitner says
To the Bolton family:
My deepest condolences, thought and prayers are with you! Bill was one of kind and will be deeply missed by many!!
Diane M Welbes says
Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jan Ronning says
My condolences to all of the Bolton family. May you take comfort in your memories together.
Vikki Bradley says
So sorry to hear about Bill, he was such a great guy
Kurt Seward says
So sorry to hear of Bill passing on. My dad and Bill can now have the BS sessions of the past again. Bill was as great person. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Dannette Cremer says
So sorry to hear about Bill. I enjoyed his visits over the past couple of years. May he rest in peace.
Wesley Hodgson says
So sorry to here this news. Mr. Bolton was a good guy. May he rest peacefully, god bless.
Melanie Sleeth says
Richard, sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of Uncle Bill from my childhood. Jr had such a zest for life and he did his best to live it to the fullest. I will miss his laugh.
Jessie Beehler says
I’m so sorry to all of Bill’s family and friends. Bill was one of a kind, genuine, giving soul! He will be missed dearly. Keep his memory in your heart and remember all the joyous times!!
Karina Meidinger Lahue says
I failed a college class and my dad told Bill about this. The next time I came home to visit, Bill told me to get “my shit” together or he’d get it together for me. Love that he was so honest & full of crap himself. He will be truly missed. Prayers for the Bolton family …may your memories warm your hearts. God bless!
Beatrice says
What a beautiful soul l pray God has gained , very spectacular individual
Nancy Volz says
Prayers for the Bolton family’. I always enjoyed my visits with him, such a character. RIP Bill.
Pat Brakke Arant says
I’m so sorry, I just found out that Bill died. Connie and Bill were such a big part of our lives growing up. I think of both of them often.
Patti Kern Parcel says
Just found out about Bill and Connie passing… Lifelong friends of my family… I treasured my time spent with them. Seems like yesterday I talked on the phone for an hour with Connie catching up…