Ron Alfred Bolson
June 29th, 1941 - December 12th, 2022
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Ron's Obituary
Ron Bolson, 81, of Stevensville, passed away on Monday, December 12, 2022 in Bridgman, MI. He was born on June 29, 1941, to Alfred and Evelyn (Walby) Bolson in Minneapolis, MN. He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters Gloria Foss and Beverly Wahl.
A memorial service for Ron will take place on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at 11:00 AM with reception time with Ron’s family starting at 9:30 am at Saron Lutheran Church (510 Main St. St. Joseph, Michigan 49085). Arrangements entrusted to the Starks and Menchinger Chapel, St. Joseph. Visit the funeral home website for updated information on service dates and times.
Ron graduated from the University of Minnesota and enjoyed a long career as a menswear sales executive having worked for Sears Headquarters, Nike, and Nordstrom but mainly known for his kindness and keen sense of humor. He lived his life as a true Christian and was a dedicated father, son, brother, uncle and friend. Aside from making people laugh, he was always up for an adventure. Ron was an avid reader, loved road trips, fishing, golf, cards, cribbage, and over-indulging the dogs with treats. (Especially his beloved Grover). He left a lifetime of loving and funny memories behind for all to share.
Ron is survived by his loving wife, Fran Bolson; children, R. Matthew (Natalie) Bolson, Kristina Bolson, Nick Bolson, Natalie Bolson (Spencer Troe); grandchildren, Aiden Bolson and Liam Troe; Brother, Roger Bolson, and many more beloved nieces, nephews, in-laws and treasured friendships. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Ron’s memory can be sent to Lurie’s Children’s Hospital in Chicago, IL or The Benton Harbor Soup Kitchen.
A memorial service for Ron will take place on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at 11:00 AM with reception time with Ron’s family starting at 9:30 am at Saron Lutheran Church (510 Main St. St. Joseph, Michigan 49085). Arrangements entrusted to the Starks and Menchinger Chapel, St. Joseph. Visit the funeral home website for updated information on service dates and times.
Ron graduated from the University of Minnesota and enjoyed a long career as a menswear sales executive having worked for Sears Headquarters, Nike, and Nordstrom but mainly known for his kindness and keen sense of humor. He lived his life as a true Christian and was a dedicated father, son, brother, uncle and friend. Aside from making people laugh, he was always up for an adventure. Ron was an avid reader, loved road trips, fishing, golf, cards, cribbage, and over-indulging the dogs with treats. (Especially his beloved Grover). He left a lifetime of loving and funny memories behind for all to share.
Ron is survived by his loving wife, Fran Bolson; children, R. Matthew (Natalie) Bolson, Kristina Bolson, Nick Bolson, Natalie Bolson (Spencer Troe); grandchildren, Aiden Bolson and Liam Troe; Brother, Roger Bolson, and many more beloved nieces, nephews, in-laws and treasured friendships. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Ron’s memory can be sent to Lurie’s Children’s Hospital in Chicago, IL or The Benton Harbor Soup Kitchen.
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