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Elva Jean Bolin

November 9, 1953 — January 16, 2025

Denver

Elva Jean Bolin, aged 71, died in Denver Hospice on January 16, 2025. Elva Jean Ward was born in Denver, CO on November 9, 1953. Throughout her life, Elva was dedicated to living her life as God meant. She graduated from Denver South High School and then attended The University of Denver with a full scholarship for music. Elva graduated DU in 1975 having earned a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education. Elva married James Neil Bolin in 1975 and they remained married until Jim’s death in 2020. Elva was a teacher in the Denver Public Schools and in the Aurora Public Schools. She was awarded Channel 7’s “Everyday Hero” in 2001. She was inducted into the Colorado Music Educators Hall of Fame in 2008. Elva retired in 2019 having taught elementary school music for over 40 years.

Elva was very talented in many things besides music, including sewing, crocheting, making greeting cards and quilting. There were very few things she could not do if she set her mind to it. Elva loved Christmas; the music, decorations and her Christmas concerts.

Elva is survived by two brothers and thousands of students who were helped by learning music and having her example of honor and integrity. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Memorial services will be held at Aurora First Presbyterian Church at 1585 Kingston St on Saturday February 1, 2025 at 2:00 pm, preceded by a visitation at 1:00 pm at the church. Those wishing to honor Elva’s life can do so by making a donation to Aurora First Presbyterian Church in her memory.

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Saturday, February 1, 2025

1:00 - 2:00 pm (Mountain (no DST) time)

Aurora First Presbyterian

1585 Kingston St, Aurora, CO 80010

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Memorial Service

Saturday, February 1, 2025

2:00 - 3:00 pm (Mountain (no DST) time)

Aurora First Presbyterian

1585 Kingston St, Aurora, CO 80010

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