Norma Joan Boles


Norma Joan Boles, 96 of LaRue, died Thursday evening November 2, 2023 at the Kenton Nursing and Rehab surrounded by her loving family.

She was born September 15, 1927 in Marion to the late Alvin and Rhea (Schotte) LaRue. She was also preceded in death by a son, David Boles and siblings, Rebecca LaRue and William LaRue.

Joan grew up in New Bloomington and moved to LaRue where she spent her entire life.

She was a member of the LaRue United Methodist Church, its Gleaners Circle and a member of the church choir for 20 yrs. She was 50 yr. member and Past Matron of the Mary Lenox Chapter #98 O.E.S.

Joan had worked at the Fulfillment Corp., Tecumseh Products and Lynch’s Grocery. She was a caretaker all her life. Taking care of her mother, then her son and all the rest of the family whenever possible. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

Surviving are her children, Kenneth (Suzy) Boles of Green Camp, Dianna (Donny) Johnson of LaRue and James Boles of Aurora, Colorado
Grandchildren, Mikki (Danny) Perry, Teena (Mike) Kasler, Tim (Kelly) Boles, Jon (Jaime) Clayton, Tonya (Steve) McElree, Amanda (Garret) Moore, Zakk Boles and Zeke (Courtney) Boles
15 great grandchildren and 10 great great grandchildren

Memorial services will be held Friday November 10, 2023 at 7:00 pm at the LaRue United Methodist Church. Rev. Jeff Ridenour and Bob Howell will officiate. Friends may call two hours prior to the service beginning at 5:00 pm at the church. Private burial will take place in the LaRue Cemetery.

The Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Memorial gifts may be made to the LaRue United Methodist Church at PO Box 327 LaRue, Ohio 43332

Remembrances and condolences may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com

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