James "Michael" Bolt

James “Michael” Bolt passed away the morning of July 12, 2022 in his beloved garden at the age of 67. Michael was born in Winston Salem to the late James C. Bolt and Jean Darnell Bolt on September 2, 1954. He graduated in 1972 from Parkland High School then went to earn is bachelor degree in education from Eastern Carolina University. After a brief stint teaching, Michael changed career paths and started working for RJ Reynolds in construction management. He then worked for Forsyth Medical Center as a project manager in construction for over 20 years before returning to RJ Reynolds.

Michael loved being outdoors. He was an archer and shooter as well as having a deep love of hunting and fishing. He even worked some on the side building and repairing rods and reels. In his free time, Michael would pay meticulous detail to his garden. He was an avid gardener, growing fruits, vegetables, and herbs. He and his significant other, Sherrie, would work together to preserve and can everything from their bountiful harvest each year.

Michael met Sherrie Beshears in his mid-thirties. Along with their gardening, the two would travel and dance together. They loved their time Shag dancing together, one of the few occasions where you would catch a huge grin on Michael’s face.

In addition to Sherrie, his partner over 33 years, Michael leaves behind his daughter, Mandy Bolt (John Edwards); stepchildren, Crystal Jagels, Brent Dunbar, and Carrie Baskin; grandson, Gage Baskin; and numerous close friends and loved ones.

Memorial contributions can be made in Michael’s honor to one of the three charities he regularly donated: St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, Wounded Warrior Project, and Tunnel to Towers Foundation.