Soles worked as a key account manager in new product development for Darwin Perennials. His work took him throughout the U.S. looking for new perennials in trial gardens and production nurseries. He was also a consultant to these nurseries in order to aid them in the production of their crops.
According to his obituary on Lancaster Online, Soles loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Cherished times were family vacations to Sandbridge Beach, VA. He had a tremendous love of family, was always positive, happy, smiling, and teaching. He was hardworking and a great provider.
In addition to his wife, Rose, Soles is survived by his three children: Stephanie, Elizabeth, and Jon.