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Ernest Bolton, age 72 of Jacksboro

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Mr. Ernest Bolton, age 72 of Jacksboro, passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.  He was a US Army Veteran, a retired coal miner, and an avid gun and knife collector.  Preceded in death by wife, Connie Bolton, father, John Lee Bolton, mother, Dallas Elizabeth (Berry) Bolton, siblings, Roxie Wylie, twin sister, Janice Day, Johnny Bolton, April Bolton, and Tina Bolton.    

He is survived by his twin sons, Jimmy Bolton and Tim Bolton; grandchildren, John Disney Bolton and Jocelyn Disney Bolton; brothers, Lee (Billie) Bolton, Kenny Bolton, and Kelvin (Christa) Bolton.  Several other relatives and friends.     

A private graveside service was held at Powell Valley Cemetery. Walters Funeral Home of LaFollette is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Ernest Bolton.

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