Leland & Jacqueline Bolt

About the Book

This book is in honor of Jacqueline Bolt. She was born Jacqueline Joyce Barker in Cocoa, Florida, and grew up in the Florida Panhandle. Leland Emet (Lee) Bolt, the author, was born in Payette, Idaho. It was a wonder they even met. This is the story of their family, history, and travels. Jacqueline’s sister, Hazel, was married to a Naval Officer, who was executive officer of the navy torpedo station in Newport, Rhode Island. While Jacqueline was visiting in July 1950, Lee was assigned a ship home ported in Newport and met Jacqueline. He knew this was the girl for him, and by Christmas, they were engaged. They married in 1952. Jacqueline was the most wonderful wife and mother. She was the guiding light when Lee was away on deployments (Korea and Vietnam), operational commitments, and business trips. She closely monitored the boys’ school curriculum and work. She taught them respect and manners. Says Lee, “Our children and I are so thankful that this wonderful girl was a loving strong example and guiding parent. She ensured that the boys became strong swimmers and could tap dance!”

About the Author

Captain Leland Emet “Lee” Bolt (US Navy, retired) was born in Payette, Idaho, on August 30, 1928, and grew up in nearby Emmett. He graduated from the US Naval Academy in 1951 and served on USS Lenawee (APA-195), on USS Princeton (CVA-37), at US Fleet Gunnery School San Diego, and on USS Uhlmann (DD-687). While serving in the Naval Reserve, he was recalled to active Navy duty several times. He was a member of the engineering department at divisions of General Dynamics Corporation for thirty-three years. In 1975, he earned his MS in Systems Management from University of Southern California. Lee’s memberships include associate fellow in the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA), National Genealogical Society, US Naval Institute, Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), Association of the US Navy and USS Midway Museum. Lee wrote Leland & Fern Bolt Heritage: Family, Business and City Service about his parents and associated ancestor history.