Mr. James Bolton
(February 10, 1927 - September 16, 2022)
Viewing Location: Leevy’s Funeral Home 1831 Taylor Street Columbia, South Carolina
Viewing Date & Time: Sunday, September 25, 2022 / 2:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M.
Funeral Location: Leevy’s Funeral Home Chapel 1831 Taylor Street Columbia, South Carolina
Funeral Date & Time: Monday, September 26, 2022 / 1:00 P.M.
Interment Location: Zion Baptist Church #2 1288 Coley Road Hopkins, South Carolina
I and my mother Sandra Boykin Bladen daughter of James “Ham” Bolton send our condolences. And regret that we could not attend. My mother often talks about how Ham and my Grandmother came to Texas when I was born. And will remember all of the summers I came to visit my Grandfather. And I think back to the last time I saw him I bought him 2 cigars. My grandfather gave me the biggest smile. I and mother deeply loved my Grandfather and will miss him.
I recall the thick cigars. My condolences to the family and friends.
My condolences to the Bolton family and may GOD continue to strengthen and bless your family.
Uncle Ham, you were absolutely my favorite uncle. I have so many great memories hanging out at your store when I was a little girl. We would sit outside on the wooden bench. You with your cigar and me with a pig foot. We always had great conversations, and you literally spoiled me rotten. So many great childhood memories on that dirt road especially during the summer. You were a great man, and uncle. Tell grandma Nicie, my father Wade, Aunties Amy & Nancy they are all truly missed so much. You will also be truly be missed. May you Rest In Peace and love Uncle Ham.
Rest in peace uncle Ham, you were like a 2nd parent to Rita (which you called her sister) Pop (which you called me knucklehead) Regina (which you called here Tina) Milburn (which you called preacher) you taught me some much about building, plumbing, electrical work. We definitely will miss you!
To my Uncle Ham, I am going to miss you. May the Grace of God rest upon you. Rest in peace. God Bless.
To the Bolton Family:I am so sorry to hear of your loss My heart goes out to the family. Willie Mays Dawson and family…
To the Bolton Family: Sorry to hear about the passing of James. My prayers are with you, may all the good memories give you peace. We the Dawson family had some good memories of traveling from North Carolina to visit James and Mable family. James always made us welcome in his home.
To the Bolton Family: My condolences and prayers are extended to each of you, wishing you Memories that Comfort and Love to lift you up. I remember the time when my Family would come down to celebrate my cousin Mabel birthday. Cousin James would always welcome us in his home for the weekend with lots of love and hugs. RIP Cousin James.
Ham. You. Were. A. True. Friend. And. Brother. In. Law. RIP. HAM
I am so upset to hear about Ham. He was a sweet gentleman. He was great handyman. Anytime I needed work done to my house etc. he wouldn’t hesitate to come. He would truly be missed. God picked a good man to help keep his Kingdom beautiful. I would stop by to check on him and he was so happy to see me. The lasted time I stopped to check on him, I knocked on the door and he didn’t answer. I thank God he is SAFE IN GODS ARM. R I P my friend and my number one carpenter.
So sorry to learn of Ham’s death. He was a good man. My condolences.
To my uncle, much love to you ham. You lived a very good life and I thank God for your living a very good life. I know the latter part of your life were some what difficult But overall the Lord blessed you with his grace and his Mercy. And he also redeemed you. Rest on Uncle ham because you have done your just Duty on this side. It may not seem like it but many people love you Jesus Christ most of all and I Johnny as well. Much love to you uncle.
Mr. James Bolton, affectionately known as “Uncle Ham” was a kind man who would help anyone. May your soul rest in peace and your Spirit finds comfort in seeing your Loved Ones again as you take your next journey.
Uncle Ham was the consummate entrepreneur who took pride in his work and ensured everything he did was to perfection. He built houses, owned acres of land which he farmed, raised livestock – pigs and cows, and he had a general store where everyone in the neighborhood patronized. I think carpentry was his favorite. If it wasn’t right and to his standards, he’d tear it down and start over. He was a man of his word and if he said he would do something, it was a done deal.
Continue to rest and thank you for the many times you were kind to me Uncle Ham – Easter basket. “For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, nor height nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Romans 8:38-39 (NKJV)