Passed away peacefully with his family by his side at Huronview Home for the Aged, Clinton on Thursday, September 25, 2025 at the age of 94. Beloved husband of the late Marie (Allan) Bolton (2015) for 59 years. Cherished father of Carl and Valerie Bolton and Jan and the late Alan (2019) Wyman. Adored poppa of Matthew (Tammy), Grant (Lindsay), David (Erin); Jessica (Kyle), and Sam (Michelle), and great-poppa of Reid, Danielle; and Ryker. Fondly remembered by his nephews and cousins. Predeceased by his brother Malcolm “Mac” (Ann) Bolton, brother in-law John (Jean) Allan, parents Russell and Edna (Johnston) and parents-in-law Ross and Beatrice (Pearen) Allan.
After graduating from OAC in 1955, Art worked as Assistant Ag Rep in Huron County, before returning full time to the McKillop family farm. Following in his father’s footsteps, he became a Select Seed Grower, growing, processing and selling Certified Seed to local farmers and as far away as PEI and Manitoba under the trade name R.T. Bolton and Son.
Art was very active in serving his community and country on many associations (often as Chair), Seaforth Ag Society, Huron County 4-H, Ontario Seed Growers, Ontario Pulse Committee, and the Canadian Seed Growers just to name a few. For many years he served as the Federal Returning Officer for the riding of Huron Bruce. He received the Canadian Seed Growers highest award, the Rorbertson Associate Award, Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal and was inducted into the Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame for his contributions.
He always loved the many family gatherings, classmate reunions and meeting people across the country, when possible, he enjoyed going flying, sailing or building something in the shop.
He lived a full life and will truly be missed.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 87 Goderich Street, SEAFORTH on Sunday, September 28th from 4 – 6 PM and again on Monday, September 29th from 12 -1 PM where Art’s funeral service will be held at 1 PM. Interment Maitlandbank Cemetery.
If you are unable to attend the service in person, the family invites you to watch the service live or at your convenience by visiting www.facebook.com/haskettfh.
Donations to Cavan United Church, Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation, Huron 4-H Association, or a charity of your choice in Art’s memory would be appreciated by the family.
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Jim and Janneke Murray
What a wonderful and accomplished life….definitely he left a legacy. Thinking of your family.
Janice Carnochan
Carl, Val, Janet and families,
Deepest sympathy to you all at this sad time.
Gord and Janice Carnochan
Marg Henderson
Carl & Val and the entire Bolton family
Extending my deepest sympathy in the loss of your Dad. He will be missed by all of you. Hold all those special memories of him in your heart for a lifetime 💕💕
Peggy (Dennis) Wakabayashi & the family of the late Murray Dennis
We send our sincere sympathy to Marie, Carl, Jan and your families in the loss of Art. Art was a valuable member of the community and will be sadly missed. Dad treasured Art as a long-time colleague, respected his opinion, and looked forward to their chats. They grew old together and always enjoyed each other’s company.
Elizabeth (Pryce) Jenkin
My sincere condolences to Carl and Janet and families.
I will always remember your Dad as a quite man who always had time to talk about farming and family
Robert McCartney
Sorry to hear of Art’s passing He lived a long full and productive life
reg whyte
May your memories keep your hearts happy.
Bill and Regi Whyte
Laurene Regele, Sandra and Wayne
To Carl, Valerie, Jan and families,
Our deepest condolences in the passing of Art. Art was a wonderful man. The best neighbour any one could ever have. Art will be truly missed. Rest in peace.
Bryan and Eileen Harvey
Eileen and I are so sorry to hear of Art’s passing. We always so looked forward to getting together with Art and Marie at CSGA annual conferences. The world has lost a quiet spoken, dedicated servant to society. We have lost a really good friend and the family has lost a gentle, caring patriarch (he would probably chide me for using such a term for him). He will be fondly remembered and missed by all.
Joanne Maloney Flanagan
Sending my condolences Carl, Val, Jan and all family. I had the privilege of working at the election office for a few elections with Art. I admired his dry wit. He could remain calm and helpful despite the chaos at times. Art was a well respected man in his community and in agribusiness community. A life well lived and he certainly made an impact on the world around him.
Eric and Linda Ross
Dear Carl and Valerie and families,
We were so sorry to hear about Art’s passing. He was such a dear, friendly soul who always had a great smile and kind greeting for everyone. He truly was a gentle giant who stood tall in the Seaforth community with his many achievements, contributions and knowledge.
With our deepest sympathy,
Eric and Linda Ross
Gail & Bill Flannigan
Our deepest condolences to the Bolton family.
Doug and Catherine Keys
Our sympathies to the Bolton family on the loss of Art. We have shared a lifetime of memories.
Sorry we are unable to attend the service due to Doug’s recent surgery .
Sending you our thoughts and prayers
Doug and Catherine Keys
Gordon & Irma Pryce
To Carl & Val and Janet and all your families;
Our sincerest sympathy to you all.
Lori Pollock
Dear Jan and Family,
My sincerest condolences for the loss of your Dad / Grandpa. Sending you lots of love.
Bryan and Lynda Vincent
Such a great guy, giving to his community in so many ways! We will all miss him!
Bryan and Lynda
Doug/Gail Schroeder
Deepest sympathies to all of Art’s family.
Lila rintoul
Art you will be sincerely missed by all of us that were in the agricultural fields and 4-H. May you rest in peace
GLYN CHANCEY
To Carl and all the Bolton family,my deepest condolences. Art was a thoughtful and conscientious leader with a big heart and a warm smile who made a difference whenever he weighed in. He was also a good friend who I shall miss.
Jim De Block
Carl and family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your father!!
Will be missed but all remembered!!
Betty and Jim De Block
Barry Reisner
Dear Carl and the Bolton family
Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of the the head of your family
and my old and dear friend Art . Through our many years on the CSGA board and
executive committee Art and I spent many days together from one end of this beautiful
country to the other. He was a good friend and a trusted compatriot.
When I have the opportunity I will reflect on our loss while enjoying a cold Labatts 50.
If I can find one here in Saskatchewan.
Ray and Linda McNichol
Our condolences to each of you. Your dad will be remembered as a quiet influencer before it became fashionable to be called such. Cherish the memories….
Don. Dodds.
My sincere condolences to all the Bolton family. Art was an outstanding member of our community and he will be missed by many.
Kathy Chambers
My deepest condolences to you all in the loss of your dear father and grandfather.
Cherish your many memories.
Craig and Karen Piett
Wayne and Val and families. Please accept our condolences on the loss of your father/father-in-law/grandpa.
Bob and Janet Hulley
Very sorry to hear of Art’s passing. He was very well known and a pillar in the community. All our sympathies to the entire family.
Marie and Neil McGavin
Sending our sincere condolences to all of Art’s family and friends;
Art was always a calming presence when he entered a room – he never seemed to be in a hurry!
McKillop Township has lost a voice which took a positive outlook on life and Arthur will be missed.
Hugs to his family,
Marie and Neil
Doug and Rosalie Jamieson
Our deepest sympathy and condolences to Carl, Val , Jan and family on cousin Art’s passing. May God grant you peace and comfort as you journey through this difficult time. Memories will bring smiles in time.
He truly lived a full and productive life with his family, farm and business and involvement with community and agriculture across Ontario and Canada. He was a trooper and a role model for many right to the end. He fought a good fight and now rests in peace in Heaven’s Hall of Fame.
Bill Duffy
I was sorry to hear of Art passlng away my sincere sympathies to Carl Valerie Janet and all your Families. Bill Duffy
Sheila Macgregor
Dear Val and Carl and family, my deepest sympathy on the passing of your beloved father. You can be so proud of the many fine contributions he made to his community. Keeping you all close in prayer, Sheila (Macgregor)
Mike and Lesley Ash
We were saddened to hear of Art’s passing. Condolences to family and friends.
Walt Vermunt
Carl, Valerie, Jan and the rest of the Bolton family members, my condolences on the loss of Art. I’m sure he played a special part in making the memories that you carry. May your fond memories give you peace.
Walt Vermunt
Pat Moylan
Our sincere condolences to the entire Bolton Family . I got to know Art years ago when Dad was growing certified seed for R .T. Bolton and Son . Certainly a professional in the field of agriculture and an asset to the farming community. A great loss of knowledge with Art’s passing.
Sincerely Pat and Deb Moylan & Sons
Glenn Logan
Please accept my condolences Carl and pass them along family members. Art was a passionate seed grower having attended many CSGA functions. Art was well respected and a friend to all and will be sadly missed.
Joy Ross
My sympathy’s to the Bolton family on the loss of Art, He has lived a full life with many accomplishments in his lifetime, he loved to chat anytime you saw him, he was a great person, Rip Art 🙏
Bill and Cathy Adair
Jan and family our deepest condolences for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ken Wood
Bolton family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. My sympathies to you at this time.
Art was great OAC classmate and friend of mine. I have so many great memories .
Ken Wood