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Willie James Bolden, Sr.

Passed 06/22/2021

Obituary For Willie James Bolden, Sr.

Mr. Willie James Bolden, Sr. passed away on Tuesday June 22, 2021.

A public viewing will be held on Tuesday, June 29, 2021 from 3:30pm-5:30pm in the Cassie Coote-Brown Memorial Chapel of Perry J. Brown Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, June 30, 2021 at Salisbury National Cemetery, 501 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury, NC 28144. The graveside service will begin at 1pm.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to St Phillip AME Zion Church, 1330 Ashe St, Greensboro, NC 27406 (336) 272-1301.

Services Entrusted to Perry J. Brown Funeral Home (336)-272-6109


Condolences & Tributes

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I'm sorry I didn't know my ace, Willie James Bolden, Sr had passed. He started my career as a coach, friend, and like a big brother. Thank you for all the kids lives you made a difference coaching at Vandalia Athletic Association! Your legacy will live forever in our 💕 hearts. Coach Mike aka "Maddog" RIH Bo Chilly, Coach Bolden

My prayers are with you and your family. God knows best for all of us. Love Gary & Tangee' Johnson

To the Bolden family we send our heartfelt sympathy, love and prayers. Diane we just found out today about Bo Chilly 7/01/2021. Please call me when you can. You helped me so much when Duke passed and I want to be there for you as well. We had such wonderful "Aggie Times " together. Bo Chilly was a good Man. Such great memories. I am praying for you and your family. God bless you all. 🙏🏾♥️

I can't remember every seeing Bo Chilly without a smile on his face. His character was very warm and welcoming. Rest easy cousin. And may the Lord keep us all in his love and mercy and give us peace, comfort and strength through his grace. Bo Chilly, we miss you, we love you and through Jesus's grace, we will see you in the morning.

Eric Wade and family

Sending prayers of comfort to you and your family. LaRhann and Kim Rogers, Apopka, FL

Sending prayers and my condolences to the Bolden family, so sorry for your loss.Kathy Blume

My very first pee wee football coach, Vandailia Red Devils. Thanks for the many lessons taught, coach!

Sincere condolences to the Bolden family. I am glad to have known you. You will be missed. Larry Crowder, Charlotte, N.C.

To Sis. Freddie Dennis & Family:

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot Heal!

With Christ's Love

Pastor Robinson & Family❤

Condolences to the Bolden Family. The Brookins

Sending our sincere condolences to Mrs. Bessie, Betty, John and the Bolden Family in the passing of Willie James Bolden Sr. May God's Grace and the love you shared comfort you at this difficult time. Love & prayers, Mary Daniels & Family

Dianna & Family I am sorry at your loss-James("Bo Chilly"). Blessing to the family.

Lewis

Dianna and family: In loving memory of Willie James Bolden Sr. (Bochilly), my condolences on your loss and may God continue to bring comfort to you. "May the Lord bless you and keep you. May the Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious unto you. May the Lord lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace" - Sharing in your sorrow. With love and friendship, kp

Jennifer Moore

To the Bolden Family, I offer my heartfelt condolences to yu and your family. May Willie soul be at peace with our Heavenly Father, I pray for peace and comfort for the loss of your loved one.Willie B will be dearly missed.

We send our deepest love and prayers as we honor the life of a loving man. The Northcutts, Mansfield, Texas

May the love of God continue to cover you during this time of sorrow. I wll truly miss Bo Chilly. Robin

Will miss you my Friend, Aggie, Tailgate Partner and Good Neighbor. Bo Chilly we had great times together with our families and friends. You fought a good fight now RIP in heaven with your love ones. Dianna you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Brando

Our deepest condolences from the entire Winston family Vivian Shiba Winston

Ms. Bessie, Betty & John, My God grant you peace and comfort as Willie James has transitioned to a higher power. Your family have our deepest sympathy. Liz Montgomery and Family.

From the Family of the late Gloria Porter, Class of '63 to the Bolden Family. A loss that surpasses all understanding. "Bo Chilly" is with his heavenly Father; and all of us who believe, will see him again, in the presence of the LORD!

My condolences are extended are extended to Mrs Bessie Bolden, Betty,John and to all who knew and love Willie. May God comfort your hearts as you prepare to bid Willie good night. James E. Sconiers

With our deepest condolences for your loss. Wiillie will be missed by all of the people lives he touched in such a special way.. praying the Lord will comfort you with his peace, surround you with his love and encourage you with his presence. With sympathy and love to the Bolden family. Eliza Ponder -Lopes and family

I pray God give you peace, comfort, and strength during your time of sorrow. Classmate Joe Hill

To my extended family. God-daddy, I will always cherish all the WISDOM you gave me. -I Love You Always

-Your #1 Barber

Praying that God will give you peace, comfort, and strength during the time of your sorry. Joe Hill- Classmate

May the Spirit of the living God be your comfort in a time such as this. In Jesus name. Amen. Rev. John D. Williams, Sr.

Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you at this time. He will never be forgotten...

Love always, The Morrell Family

To Be Absent from the Body !! Sincere Condolences to the Bolden family during your time of Bereavement. Praying for your Strength. Love Yall.

Ruby & Constance Leach

Our condolences to the family. We will miss you Bo. May you Rest In Peace. ❤️ Deborah & Clyde & Tim

Sending condolences to my family at this time of bereavement, praying that you remember that he isn't suffering anymore, he's resting in Jesus arms.TheMinnie Thomas family

Praying for the family's comfort and care during your time of bereavement.

Sincerest Sympathy, Marvis Joyner Hungerford High Alumni

My Prayers are with the Bolden Family. I remember you driving the St. Phillip Van across the district. Your life speaks for you. A kind Man with a kind smile. May you rest in Peace. Rev. Dr. Lisa Caldwell

Rest in Peace "Bo Chilly"

Sending prayers and condolences to you and family during the loss of your love one. May God continue to sustain you. Kent & Doretha Paige, Towson, MD

Condolence to my Family. The Bolden family.

With Love Janice Rember& Family.

So sorry for your loss praying for Bolden family from Betty Bolden classmate Phyllis cooper

My condolences to the Bolden family. May Willie James Rest In Peace🙏🏾 Fairolyn Livingston

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Perry J. Brown Funeral Home | Greensboro, NC

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