Sharon Kay Bolen

Jan 9th, 1949 - Nov 3rd, 2014
8 Guests

Visitation:

Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home

Thu, Nov. 6th, 2014 5:00 PM ~ 8:00 PM

Service:

Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home

Fri, Nov. 7th, 2014 11:00 AM

Burial:

San Carlo Cemetery

Fri, Nov. 7th, 2014 12:00 PM

Herrin- Sharon Kay Bolen, age 65, of Herrin, passed away at 5:00am on Monday, November 3, 2014 at Barnes-JewishHospital in St. Louis.

Sharon was born in Herrin on January 9, 1949, the daughter of Vetey and Frances (Ogden) Gelgut. She married Mike Bryan Bolen in Herrin on July 31, 1965. He preceded her in death on June 12, 2001.

Mrs. Bolen was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church in Herrin. She was owner and beautician at “Hairitage” for many years and was also involved in her husband’s sign company, B Line Sign. Sharon loved spending time with her friends. Her grandchildren were very important to her and the loves of her life.

Survivors include her son- Scott Bolen of Herrin

Grandson- Trevor Bolen of Carterville

Grandson- Kiefer Bolen of Herrin

Daughter-in-law- Kristi Bolen of Carterville

Brother- Denny and Marilyn Gelgut of Marion

Brother-in-law- Kenny and Edith Bolen of Herrin

Niece- Beth Bolen of New Jersey

Niece- Kathy and Ron Traughber of New Jersey

Friend- Steve Lane of Herrin

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.

Funeral services will be held at 11am on Friday, November 7, 2014 at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin with Monsignor Ken Schaefer officiating. Burial will follow at SanCarloCemetery in Herrin. Visitation will be held from 5-8pm on Thursday, November 6, 2014 at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home.

For those who prefer, memorial donations may be made to the family. Envelopes will be available and accepted at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home; 201 S. 13th Street; Herrin, IL 62948.

 

8 Guestbook Messages

  • Guest: Liz Busch Hastings

    From: Energy, Illinois

    Date: November 4, 2014

    Scott and Family,

    I am so sorry for you loss. Sharon was a delight to be with and I will miss her very much .

    Liz Hastings

  • Guest: Lisa Price

    From: West Frankfort, Illinois

    Date: November 4, 2014

    So sad to hear about Sharon’s passing. She was one of a kind and so much fun to be around. She will be missed by many. Sending prayers to Scott and his family.

  • Guest: Dixie L. Richardson

    From: Carterville, Illinois

    Date: November 5, 2014

    I remember Sharon from childhood- her cousin, Karen Ollar (Teumac) and I played with her so long ago. I know that her love for her son will always be with him and that her life was a gift. God bless. Dixie Richardson

  • Guest: Pamela Ogden-Dunning

    From: Temecula, California

    Date: November 5, 2014

    Scott I am so very sorry for the loss of your mother. I am her cousin. I knew her as a child, but unfortunately we have not stayed connected. I met you several years ago when my son Kevin Brewer and I came to your home for a visit. God bless you and your family.

  • Guest: Dr Dan and Jean Kane

    From: Kissimmee, Fl., Illinois

    Date: November 5, 2014

    Dr. Dan and I were saddened to hear of Sharon’s passing. We are thinking and praying for the Bolen and Gelgut families. Sharon was a wonderful person.

    Dr. Dan and Jean Kane.

  • Guest: Paula Garavalia

    From: Venice, Florida

    Date: November 6, 2014

    So very sorry to hear about Sharon. Herrin is still my hometown & I went all through elementary school and jr. high with her. My prayers are with her family at this time.

  • Guest: Marilee and Richard Maulding

    From: Carterville, Illinois

    Date: November 7, 2014

    We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Our prayers are with you.

    Thinking of you,

    Richard and Marilee

  • Guest: Bonnie Gentry

    From: Herrin, Illinois

    Date: November 14, 2014

    My sweet friend, I know your in a better place now and no more suffering, but it doesn’t seem real. I know I’ll miss picking up the phone to call you. I didn’t get to talk to you much lately, but you was always on my mind. I just knew something was bad wrong when you would evade my questions and not follow up with me when you had test results. We shared alot of good times together. My Sharon/from Herrin!!! God Bless your sweet heart and soul! You had alot of friends!!! I could write a book here, but I’m going to close it with “Until we meet again” I love you Sharon!!!
    Bonnie