Carol Ann Boughner 1947-2023
STRUTHERS — With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Carol Ann Boughner, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to many. Carol peacefully departed from this world Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023, at 76, surrounded by her loved ones.
Carol was born June 4, 1947, to John and Emily Shargo, in Youngstown, where she developed a strong sense of community and compassion that would define her life.
On June 22, 1968, she married the love of her life, Robert Eugene Boughner, and together they embarked on a journey filled with love and commitment.
Tragically, Carol was preceded in death by her beloved husband, whose memory she cherished throughout her life; her parents; a sister, Beverly Strines; and a brother, Ronald Shargo. She endured the unimaginable loss of her three daughters, Patricia, Tracy and Deborah. Carol’s strength in the face of such heartbreak served as an inspiration to all who knew her.
Despite the profound losses she endured, Carol’s spirit shone brightly. She was a source of unwavering support for her surviving family members, including her four living children, Robert (Melissa) Boughner of Boardman, Brian (Kathryn) Boughner of Kennesaw, Georgia, Elizabeth (Martin) Solomon of Struthers and Olen (Kelly) Boughner of Canton, Georgia. Also, her adopted daughter, Valarie (Jim) Dodge of Poland; her siblings, John (Pam) Shargo of Boardman, Richard Shargo of Struthers, Donna Dixon of Struthers and Barbara Sachs of Boardman; her grandchildren, Gina, Brittany, Martin Solomon, Emily and Robert Boughner, Emma Boughner, Kayla (Isaiah) Rodgers, Ashton and Ethan White, and Mason and Ryan Boughner. She also leaves behind three great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews, whom she loved dearly.
Her children would like to extend a special thank you to Aunt Pam, for her care, love and assistance during Mom’s illness.
Carol was known for her kind heart and boundless generosity throughout her life. She will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. May her soul find eternal peace as she reunites with her beloved husband and daughters in the embrace of eternity.
The family will receive friends 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 15, 2023, at Kirila Funeral Home, 258 Poland Ave., Struthers, OH 44471. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at Christ Our Savior Parish, St. Nicholas Church, 764 Fifth St., Struthers, OH 44471. The funeral procession will leave the funeral home at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery.
Carol’s presence in our lives will be profoundly missed, but her memory will live on in our hearts forever.
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