Sydney
It is with broken hearts, the family of David Bolton, announce the passing of our beloved “Papa” on Tuesday, May 2, 2023. Papa passed away peacefully in our family home surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Blackpool, England on April 6, 1940, David was the son of the late Dorothy Bolton (Hill) and Edward Bolton.
Papa is survived by his children, Sandy (Connie), Drumheller AB, Darell (Kay), Pasadena NL, Shauna (Colin), Greenwood, and Judy, Sydney; as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Besides his parents, Papa is predeceased by Mary, his beloved wife of 42 years, and son, Charles.
Papa immigrated to Canada in June of 1976 with a pipe fitter trade and was a longstanding member of UA Local 682. Papa worked as a pipe fitter throughout Canada where he gained respect from his coworkers and made lifelong friendships along the way.
In his spare time Papa loved watching European football on the “telly”. He also loved the Toronto Raptors and the Blue Jays. His greatest love, aside from his cat Gunther, was a good game of Tarabish at the Steel Workers Pensioners Club, Club 55, Spanish River and the Whitney Pier Pensioners Club. Papa often went on “arts” (aka hearts) and is rumoured to have won an even split or two.
The family would like to thank Dr French, Dr Polous and Dr. Burns, as well as his lovely palliative care nurse, Leah Burns and the VON for their compassion and care. Thank you to the Red Cross and the pharmacists at Sobeys for their support and guidance.
There will be no visitation or service at this time for the late David Bolton. A celebration of life will be held at a later date and a notice will be posted.
Donations in memory of David may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
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Shauna and extended family, sincere sympathy on your loved ones passing. May you find strength in your loving memories and may he Rest In Peace.
Thank you Linda and Archie for your kind words, they are very much appreciated.
R.I.P. Dave. so many memories of jobs at home and on the road with you.
Dear Rick,
Although we have never meet, I know that “Papa” always enjoyed going to work and being with his “mates”! Thank you for your condolences
Thank you so much Rick and Georgina. Papa loved you and your work ethic, he will be missed dearly 💔💔💔
Very sorry to hear this sad news. Our deepest condolences to Shauna, Colin, and family. May he rest in peace.
Elaine & Brian,
Thank you for your compassion for our family at this time, we appreciate it greatly!
Very sorry to hear about David’s passing….Our deepest sympathy for the extended family and friends. May he rest in peace
Bill and Joan MacDonald
Dear Joan & Bill,
Thank you for your kind words. I know that Mom and Papa always appreciated your little pop in visits. Hopefully we will see you at the Celebration of Life in the summer. Notice will be posted later.
Dear Bolton Family and Friends,
I wish to offer you my sincerest condolences and sympathy on the passing of Dave. He was always a gentleman in my presence and an avid opponent at the Tarabish table. I will remember him. God Bless you all during the difficult days ahead! Be well!
Shaun G. Crowe
Dear Shaun,
Yes, Papa was an avid Tarabish player, he loved the game dearly. Thank you so much for your lovely words about Papa, we appreciate them very much.
Dear Shauna ,Colin and family-We are so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. He certainly sounds like a great guy who enjoyed being with family and friends. Thinking of you at this difficult time. Sincere condolences from Cathy and Richard
Thank you Cathy and Richard.
Papa certainly did enjoy being, with family and friends, especially the 5 hooligan’s he took under his wing, lol.
Sandy, Darrell, Shauna & Judy
Our deepest condolences on the passing of David. May your memories bring you comfort during this time of loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Debbie, Darrell, Darlene MacIntyre
Thank you so much, Debbie, Darlene and Darrell! Your kind words mean a lot to our family! There is going to be a celebration of life on July 1st, from 1:00-3:00, at the Pier Funeral Home. The notice is not in the paper yet, but the date is set. ❤️
Dear Debbie and family
Thank you for your thoughts and words. Papa will be greatly missed