James A. "ToJo" Bolen, 66, of Willard, Ohio passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2020 at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born on November 9, 1953 in New Castle, Pennsylvania to the late Mary Louise (Bolen) Slone.
Jim attended Rheba Bennett East Side School and Willard High School. He served in the Army from 1971 to 1973 as a Armor Crewman and Rank Commander; and was a Sharp Shooter with an M-16 Rifle and Expert with a .45 caliber Pistol. He received the National Defense Service Medal as a Sharp Shooter. He was a self employed contractor who worked on various construction jobs with local contractors. He was a member of the American Legion, Moose, Eagles and NRA.
An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, turkey shoots and going to garage sales. Going out to ride his 3 wheeler, taking a relaxing trip on his motorcycle or socializing with friends were favorite pastimes. Jim was a kind hearted, loving husband, dad and Paw who was truly devoted to his family. He loved being with his family and they will love him forever and always in their hearts.
Jim is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Susan (Steinmetz) Bolen; two daughters, Ashley (Geoffrey) Trimner and Kacie (Dustin) Day; three grandchildren, Brinn and Bristol Trimner and Braxton Day; siblings, Christine (Harold) Schodorf, Brenda Roark, Linda Riggs, William "Doc" Dickerson, Sharon (Randy) Dalton, Doug (Josie) Conley; many nieces and nephews; sisters-in-law, Sandy (Travon) Sexton and Debbie (Pat) Thompson; brother-in-law, Doug (Julie) Steinmetz; and mother-in-law, Ruth Joyce.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Louise Slone; father-in-law, Donald Steinmetz; and very best friends who were like family, Barney Fife, David Albright, and Thomas "Donut" Herndon.
Family and friends are invited to visit at the Secor Funeral Home in Willard, on Wednesday, February 26, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. until the time his funeral service at 2:00 p.m. Rev. Ricky Branham will officiate and burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Willard where military honors will take place. Memorial contributions can be made to Hope Lodge, 11432 Mayfield Road., Cleveland, Ohio 44106. Online condolences can be left for the family at www.secorfuneralhomes.com.
Condolences
Brian Bevier - Mar 3, 2020
Sue and family, I am sorry to here of ToJo’s passing. He was a great guy and we had a bunch of fun at David Albright’s place! Rest in Peace Tojo!
Kathy J Brown - Feb 29, 2020
Sue so sorry for your loss, prayers ? for you and your family...
Karen Felver - Feb 26, 2020
So very sorry for your loss. Will keep all of your family in my prayers.
Laura Blevins - Feb 25, 2020
I am so very sorry for your loss. May God comfort all of you during this hard time. Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
- Feb 25, 2020
Sue and family - I'm so sorry and sad to hear of your loss. May your find comfort in your faith, family and friends. Keeping you and yours in my thoughts and prayers now and in the days to come.
Karen E Mills - Feb 25, 2020
I’m so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Sue. May you and your loved ones be comforted knowing God has all of you in his loving arms. God Bless .
Nancy Jordan - Feb 24, 2020
Sue and girls so sorry to hear about your loss Prayers for you now and thru this difficult time
Pat Kimberly - Feb 24, 2020
Sue so sorry for your loss. Love and prayers to you and your family
Robbin Wolf - Feb 24, 2020
Suzi Q...... I'm so very sorry for your loss!! I think of you often. Prayers for you and your family.
Theresa Dalton Luna - Feb 23, 2020
Aunt Sue, Ashley and Kacie; so sorry for your loss. Uncle Jim will be missed. I have so many good memories of him and all of you while growing up. Love you all. You’re in my thoughts and prayers ?❤️
jim bailey - Feb 23, 2020
tojo will be missed
Gladys Conley Ousley - Feb 23, 2020
Hi I'M Manis Conley's Sister I live in Oklahoma City Oklahoma so sorry for your loss I never got to meet ToJo but always wanted to Prayers to u Sue and all the family
Cheryl Hepner Zaccagnini - Feb 23, 2020
Sending sincere sympathy to Jim's (Tojo) family and friends. He was such a kind and decent person who shall remain in the hearts and memories of many. His trips to West Virginia where I first met him with his dear friends, the late Danny (Barney) Fife and Diana Fife, are fondly remembered. Again, sincere condolences to his wife, daughters, and grandchildren on the loss of such a special person.
Sunshine Guarino - Feb 23, 2020
So very sorry for the loss of ToJo, sending thoughts and prayers to all.
Sue Biglin - Feb 23, 2020
Sue, my deepest sympathy to you and your daughters. May the memories of Jim give you peace and comfort.
Beth Hass - Feb 23, 2020
Sorry for the loss of you Husband,. prayers Sue and to All your Family ❤️?
Beth Hass - Feb 23, 2020
Sorry for the loss of you Husband,. prayers Sue and to All your Family ❤️?
Otto & Lois Hicks - Feb 23, 2020
Sue , girls, and entire family...so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you all at this such sad time.
Karen Wilson - Feb 22, 2020
Sue and family. Sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort and strength
Randy Bauman - Feb 22, 2020
Sorry for your loss Sue
Jolynn hampton - Feb 22, 2020
I am so sorry for the whole family. God has him in his loving arms
Joyce L McKenzie - Feb 22, 2020
To the family of James A . Bolen ( ToJo ) my condolences at this time of loss and grief : May God be with everyone.
Tam e Lord - Feb 22, 2020
Sue, so sorry to hear about Tojo. Travis told me and I remember when I worked at the muck with you. My prayers are with you and your family.
Dennis Bogner - Feb 22, 2020
I am truly sorry about your loss. Jim was a wonderful man and he will be truly missed and will always be remembered.
Bonnie Tackett - Feb 22, 2020
Dear Friend, I send prayers of strength and comfort to you and your family.
Terri Seaman - Feb 22, 2020
Sorry for your Loss. It's a huge loss to you all.
You All Have Now Received One of the Greatest Guardian Angels. He'll always be there for each and everyone of you. Remember this on your sad days. He'll send signs of Love that only you'll recognize which will warm your Heart. God Bless and may Peace Be With You All ☮️❣️
Kathy Holthouse - Feb 22, 2020
So sorry to hear about your husband Sue!! May God comfort you and your family during this difficult time.
Viola Hutchison - Feb 22, 2020
Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for your family
Jenny Barnett - Feb 22, 2020
So sorry for your loss! Will be praying for the family!
Regina Whitaker - Feb 22, 2020
Sue, I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Dan Browning - Feb 22, 2020
RIP Tojo.
Annette Ruffing - Feb 22, 2020
Sue, I am so very sorry for the loss of your Jim. He fought for a long time. God Bless him, he is at rest now. Prayers for you and your family while you treasure the memories and celebrate his life. May God comfort you all.
Susie Smith - Feb 22, 2020
Sorry to hear of your loss Sue. My deepest condolences to you & your Family.
Chuck & JoAnne Kaylor - Feb 22, 2020
Our sincere sympathy to Sue and the family. We loved ToJo as did everyone who knew him. Such a kindhearted, soft spoken friend. ToJo will be sorely missed.
Rose and Gary Pittenger - Feb 22, 2020
So, sorry for your loss. Prayers for the families and friends
Cindy Belfiore Mira - Feb 22, 2020
Susie and family-we having been praying for you and Jim since we heard from my daughter Marie about your struggles-I am so sorry you are all going through this. Some times life doesn’t make sense. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Ken Bolen - Feb 22, 2020
Known ya for a long time Buddy, you will be missed by many. May God Bless You and Guide your Family.
Mike and Jeanine Varkonda - Feb 22, 2020
Dear Sue and family, Jim was admired by so many and will truly be missed by all who knew him. Our prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.
Patty King - Feb 22, 2020
So sorry to hear this, he was a great guy! Prayers to the family . God be with you all.
Nancy kipp - Feb 22, 2020
So sorry prayers to family
Teresa Osborne - Feb 22, 2020
So sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers for peace and comfort.
Gerri Vesterman - Feb 22, 2020
I am so sorry to see this on his passing. So many great memories of Barney, Donut and Tojo. Always had a smile on his face. Sue and family may you find comfort in the days to come knowing he is with the Lord????
Pigg - Feb 22, 2020
Very sorry for your loss tojo was a real good guy he will be missed by all of us here!
Tina Carr - Feb 21, 2020
Ashley an family so sorry to hear about your dad. Prayers to all
Mabel Weiss - Feb 21, 2020
So sorry for your loss
Scott Meuselbach - Feb 21, 2020
Much love to you guys. Lots of good times when I was a kid hanging out with Barney, Tojo, Albright, Donut and the guys teaching me to be a man and have fun. Farm parties, hunting, 3 wheelers, etc. You will be missed. Hang in there Sue, Ashley and family!
