Richard Bolton

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 10:53AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, until midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality today. The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy' range.
For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 9:21AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 5:17AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

Temperatures will climb into the upper 80s to lower 90s today. This will combine with a humid airmass to produce heat indicies in the 95 to 100 degree range this afternoon.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening.

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 12:23AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, through midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 12:16AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, from 7 AM Thursday to midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.

Air Quality Alert issued July 15 at 9:35PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, from 7 AM Thursday to midnight EDT Thursday night.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.

Tuesday, October 29th, 2024

Richard Bolton

Richard William Bolton, 82, of Van Wert passed away Monday morning, September 9, 2024, at Ohio Health of Van Wert.

He was born on October 7, 1941, in Van Wert, Ohio as the son of the late Edwin Richard Bolton and Eva Jean (Davis) Bolton. His wife, Shirley Ann (Kundert) Bolton, preceded him in death on November 17, 2021.

Surviving are five children, Gregory (Tabitha) Bolton of Rockford, Brad (Rachel) Bolton of North Carolina, Kevin (Brenda) Welker of Scott, Debbie (Rex) Bragg of Venedocia, and Karen (Roger) Rank of Van Wert; 13 grandchildren, Shay Bolton of Rockford, Riley Bolton of Rockford, Ethen Rife of North Carolina, Alivia Bolton of North Carolina, Preston Bolton of North Carolina, Becki (JR) Mollenkopf of Convoy, Tyler (Beckie) Holdgreve of Van Wert, Misty (Scott) Marshall of Florida, Kris (Erica) Lytle of Lewis Center, Holly (Dan) Metzger of Findlay, Trey (Heather) Bragg of Van Wert, Kaleb (Sarah) Rank of Van Wert, and Brad (Cindy) Fisher of Scott; eighteen great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren; two brothers, Jerry D. (Janet) Bolton and Robert E. (Dottie) Bolton both of Van Wert.

He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, infant son, Douglas Bolton, sister, Bonnie Bolton and great-grandson, Saxon Fisher.

Richard was a 1959 graduate of York High School and was the President of his graduating class. He sang in the Lima Beane Chorus for over 50+ years and had been a part of numerous quartets throughout that time. He was a member of and also attended Kingsley Church. Richard was elected mayor of Elgin, Ohio and at that time he was the youngest mayor in Ohio.

Richard, alongside his father and brothers, owned a fuel distribution service that served Auglaize, Mercer, and Van Wert Counties. They also owned Motor Inn Truck Stop from 1973 until he and his wife, Shirley, purchased it in 1990, which they continued to own until 2000. Richard continued to work at Motor Inn for several years until retiring. After retirement he worked as a greeter at Walmart in Van Wert. He was well known for his iconic handlebar mustache, dress shirts, and flashy ties. He loved people and enjoyed talking to everyone.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, November 1, 2024, at Kingsley Church, Mendon Road at 4:00 p.m. with Pastor Dan Metzger and Pastor Ron Johnson officiating. A celebration of life will be from 1:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m. A private burial will take place at Tomlinson Cemetery, Union Township, Mercer County.

Preferred memorials are to the Kingsley Church.

Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded at cowanfuneralhome.com, Tribute Wall.

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