Ronnie Roy Bolen, 76
November 14, 1939 - July 13, 2016
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Ronnie Roy Bolen, 76
November 14, 1939 - July 13, 2016
Obituary
Ronnie roy bolen, 76, of charleston, died in the early morning hours of wednesday, july 13, 2016, after a long illness.
He was born november 14, 1939, in raleigh county.
Ronnie served in the united states air force from october of 1958 to his honorable discharge in october of 1962. two of those years of service were spent as a radio intercept operator in misawa, japan. he would later retire from the west virginia department of motor vehicles after over 25 years of employment. for many years, he enjoyed being an amateur ham radio operator, call sign kg8gw, and had been a member of the kanawha amateur radio club.
He was preceded in death by his parents, roy e. And ardith e. Bolen of shady spring; brother, mickey g. Bolen, and nephew, mitchell s. Bolen, both of shady spring.
Ronnie is survived by his wife of 53 years, judith ulbrich bolen of charleston. he is also survived by two daughters, stephanie hammonds (randy joe) of kenna, and julie tate (ray) of buffalo; four grandsons, dalton hammonds of huntington, erik tate (breaha) of charleston, south carolina, jesse tate and joseph tate of buffalo; and sister-in-law, judy s. Bolen, and nephew, r. Travis bolen, both of shady spring.
A memorial service will be held , sunday, july 17, 2016, at 3:00 p.M., at barlow bonsall funeral home in charleston, with a visitation beginning at 2:00 p.M.
In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to be made to hubbard hospice house of charleston, where ronnie was receiving care. much appreciation goes to the staff for the wonderful services they provide, with a very special thanks to scott casdorph and eve tucker.
You may send condolences to the family at: www.Barlowbonsall.Com
barlow bonsall funeral home has been entrusted to handle the arrangements.
5 responses to Ronnie Roy Bolen, 76
Jim Damron N8Tmw says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Ham Radio Buddy
Location: Charleston West Virginia
So Sad To Hear About Ronnie. My Privilege To Know Him And Enjoy His Friendship…And To Share The Fun Of Amateur Radio. Praying God Will Give All Of The Family His Special Grace During This Time. God Bless All Of You!
Peggy Maloney says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Friend
Location: Charleston West Virginia
Dearest Bolen Family, What Seems As A Sunset On This Side Of Life Is Only A Sunrise On The Other Side, Parting Is Such Sweet Sorrow, But I Pray Your Lifetime Of Fond And Loving Memories Will Be A Constant Source Of Comfort , Joy, And Peace Until Your Reuniting. I Pray You Know The Steadfastness, And Faithfulness Of Dear Friends, And Will Reach For The Hand Of Those Who Love You, And Want Nothing More Than To Be There For You At Your Slightest Need. May The Joy Of The Lord Be Your Strength, And May His Abing Presence Be Your Rear Guard. Much Love And Prayers To You All.
Cindi Easter Hunt says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Friend
Location: Clinton Maryland
Judy,
My Deepest Condolences To You And Your Family. I Know It Is Hard To Lose You Life-Partner. If You Ever Need Someone To Air Your Concerns To Just E-Mail Me. Take Care And Take Time To Grieve For Your Own Well-Being.
Jeff Layne And Family says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Friend
Location: Charleston West Virginia
I Am Very Sorry To Hear About The Loss Of Ronnie And Am Thinking Of And Praying For All Of His Family. May He Rest In Peace And God Be With You All.
Love Jeff Layne And Family.
David Belcher says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Classmate At Sshs
Location: Dunnellon Florida
My Condolences And Best Wishes For Ronnie’S Family. We Have Always Been Friends Though We Lost Contact Throughout The Years. My Thoughts Go Back To Steve’S Restaurant And Good Times As Well As Watching Ronnie Play Basketball For Sshs….Ronnie Was A Very Good Guard On The Team. Rest In Peace, My Friend.