Carolyn Ford Bolden's obituary , Passed away on July 24, 2025 in Durham, North Carolina

Carolyn Ford Bolden

February 28, 1939 - July 24, 2025 (86 years old)

Durham, North Carolina

Carolyn Ford Bolden's obituary , Passed away on July 24, 2025 in Durham, North Carolina

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Scarborough and Hargett Celebration of Life Center, Inc.

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Carolyn Ford Bolden

February 28, 1939 - July 24, 2025 (86 years old)

Durham, North Carolina

Carolyn Ford Bolden Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Carolyn Ford Bolden (Durham, North Carolina), who passed away on July 24, 2025, at the age of 86, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Carolyn Ford Bolden to show support.

As we bid adieu to Carolyn Ford's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in her wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration Carolyn Ford has bequeathed us. For though she may have departed from our sight, her spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Samuel Ford and Carolyn Ford; her husband George W. Bolden; and her sister Theresa F. Dukes. She is survived by: her daughters, Carol (Robert Stone-El) and Lesley; her grandsons, Nelson Stone-El and Adrian Bolden; and her brothers, Robert M. Ford and Willie Perry. She is also survived by many other family members and loving friends.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 31st 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at 620 Wellingham Dr, Durham, NC 27713. Viewing will be held on Sunday, August 3rd 2025 from 2:00 PM to 2:55 PM at the St. Joseph AME Church (2521 Fayetteville St, Durham, NC 27707). A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, August 3rd 2025 at 3:00 PM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Scarborough and Hargett Celebration of Life Center, Inc.



Thu

July 31

Visitation

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

620 Wellingham Dr, Durham, NC 27713

Sun

Aug 03

Viewing

2:00 PM - 2:55 PM

St. Joseph AME Church
2521 Fayetteville St, Durham, NC 27707

Sun

Aug 03

Celebration of life

3:00 PM

St. Joseph AME Church
2521 Fayetteville St, Durham, NC 27707

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