John R. Bolton

Dateline Jasper, Indiana John Russell Bolton, 84, Jasper, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loved ones on Thursday, February 16, 2017 at 5:56 p.m. following an extended illness. John was born in Shoals, IN on November 9, 1932, to Dorothy Dillon, who preceded him in death along with three half-brothers Melvin Bolton, Jon Leonard, Jim Leonard and half-sisters Bette Ann Schmidt and Ruby Atchison. Survivors include his beloved wife of 61 years, Rosa (Powell) Bolton; two daughters, Debbie (Bob) Taylor of Anderson IN, Karen Lombness of Clarkston MI, and a son, Tim (Alicia) Bolton of Jasper, IN; 10 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind his dearly loved half-sisters; Brenda (Mike) Jones of Washington, Carolene (John) Leonard, Bobbie Murray, and Dee Dee (Don) Trout, all of Robinson, IL. John was a U.S. Navy veteran, serving during the Korean War from 1951-1954. Early in his career he was employed 21 years at McCord Corporation in Washington, IN as a plant superintendent when the company phased out. John retired from Kimball Electronics in Jasper, IN, after 20 years of employment as a manufacturing manager. He enjoyed spending time with family, fishing, golfing, and watching the Indianapolis Colts. John was a charter member of Shiloh United Methodist church where he served faithfully on the initial church building committee, a lay leader representative at the general conference, a trustee, and many other areas of service. Two recent life-time highlights include a recorded interview of John’s stories from the Korean War with a veteran representative which are recorded in the Library of Congress. Another highlight was recognition for the prestigious 50-year membership award with the Masonic Lodge. A celebration of life will take place at 11:00 a.m. EST Monday, February 20, 2017, at the Shiloh United Methodist Church in Jasper with military burial to follow at Shiloh Cemetery in Ireland. The V.F.W. Post #673 will conduct military gravesite rites. Grandson Rev. Brandon Risch and Rev. Paul Alvey will officiate the service. Friends may call for visitation at Shiloh United Methodist Church from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 19, 2017 and one hour prior to the funeral service on Monday. The Masons will conduct a memorial service at 6:00 p.m. at the church. Memorial contributions may be donated to Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center or Heart to Heart Hospice. Online condolences may be made at www.becherkluesner.com.

John R. Bolton

November 9, 1932 - February 16, 2017