Age 79, late of Lockport passed away peacefully on Monday, January 9, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Joliet and a lifelong resident of Lockport. Rollie graduated in 1957 from Fairmont Grade School, and in 1961 from Lockport Township High School. During his time at LTHS, he was his Sophomore Class and Senior Class President, he received the 1961 Lockport Athlete of the year, participating in football, basketball, and baseball. Member of the LTHS marching band all four years. A 1965 graduate of Western Illinois University, where he was a three-sport athlete playing football, basketball, and baseball. After graduating college, he taught at Wilmington School District for three years, and spent his last 27 years teaching at Lockport Township High School.  At LTHS he was a dedicated basketball coach for 24 years. He was immensely honored to be part of the 1977-1978 Lockport's first State Championship Team. Rollie retired in 1994 after many proud years of being a Porter where he accomplished so much throughout his years of teaching and coaching. He was a High School and Big 10 Umpire for 17 years. In his spare time relaced baseball gloves for 62 years for many athletes near and far from tee ball players to major leaguers. Above and beyond all his achievements, he enjoyed spending time with his family especially his grandchildren. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Margaret (Nee McCleary) Bolattino; one brother, Roger Bolattino; and numerous aunts and uncles.

Survived by his devoted wife, Patricia "Patty" (Nee Brooks) Bolattino; one loving daughter, Callie (late Christopher) Revord; four adored grandchildren, Reilly, McKenna, Colby, and Cooper Revord; three cousins, Dennis (Peggy) Lapikas, Patti (late Bill) Hagerborme, and Donna (Mike) Keenan; his dear unofficial younger brothers, Ross Margentina, Jim Huey, Bob Meader, and Rob Cronholm. Numerous other cherished family members, friends, athletes, and former coworkers also survive.

Per Rollie's wishes cremation rites were respectfully addressed.

Inurnment was privately held with only his immediate family in attendance at Lockport City Cemetery, Lockport, IL 60441.

Family and friends can sign the online guestbook at www.oneilfuneralhome.com