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Barbara Ann Boggs Holcomb                  Send flowers

Services: Wednesday May 7, 2025 at 2:00 pm at the Richwood First Methodist Church Add to Google Calendar

Visitation: Tuesday May 6, 2025 from 4-7 pm at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home in Richwood Add to Google Calendar

Barbara Ann Boggs Holcomb, 96 of Richwood, died Monday April 28, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born October 12, 1928 in Sutton, West Virginia, the daughter of Ralph Colbert and Margaret (Lake) Boggs. She was a graduate of the Sutton High School and received her B.S. in Home Economics from West Virginia University and an M.S. in Family and Child Development from The Ohio State University. During her undergraduate and graduate years, she was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority and was active in many campus service organizations. After graduation, she taught at Buckhannon-Upshur High School in Buckhannon, West Virginia. On December 23, 1950, she married Dr. Charles William Holcomb. In 1951 they moved to Richwood, Ohio where Dr. Holcomb established a medical practice. She taught in the North Union School District in the 1970’s. Barbara was devoted to her family. She felt a deep commitment to the community and was an active volunteer in her church, in the school district and in community organizations that provided support, guidance and care. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Richwood and a longtime member of the Carpe Diem Club. She had been a member of the Richwood Civic Center since its early years and a member and supporter of the North Union-Richwood Public Library through the “Friends of the Library”. She served many years on both county and state boards to promote and support mental health issues. Involvement in local and area programs led to her selection in 1991 for the Central Ohio Senior Citizens Hall of Fame. She was a trustee of the Union County Foundation Board and a member of the Major Gifts Committee of the Development Council of the Union County Memorial Hospital. She served as an elected member of the North Union Local School Board of Education from 1990 to 1998 and as Board president for five years. In 1997 she was named to the All-Ohio School Board. She continued to be a supporter of the public school system and was honored in 2015 by the Central Ohio School Boards Assn. as a Friend of Public Education awardee. She made a lasting contribution to future generations through work with scholarship programs. She was a member of the Burnside/Imbody/Fish Scholarship Fund Board of Trustees from 1994 until her retirement from the board in 2013. She was instrumental in the organization for the McElheny Family Foundation and served as president of the Board of Trustees from 1996 until 2013. In 2006, the North Union Local Board of Education designated the library at the High School as the Barbara Holcomb Student Media Center. Mrs. Holcomb was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Dr. Charles William Holcomb, a son, Timothy Brandt Holcomb and two brothers, Thornton Lake Boggs and Ralph Colbert Boggs Jr. She is survived by her children, Dr. James W. (Catalina Bazacliu) Holcomb of Newberry, Florida, Ann Holcomb of New York City, Sally (Joseph) Wiley of Richwood and Mary (Michael) Price of Richwood. Her grandchildren, Elizabeth Holcomb, Amy (Seth) Pearce, James Mihai Holcomb, Sarah (Adam Boerger) Wiley, Mark (Amanda) Wiley, Lauren (Matt Rupp) Wiley, Jennifer (Mike) Sheetz, Cory Holcomb, William (Lexie) Price and Taylor (Jake) Lawrence. Ten great grandchildren, Joseph, Lily and Sutton Wiley, Barrett, Vera and Colt Boerger, Wyatt and Beau Rupp and Alva and Marilyn Lawrence. She enjoyed maintaining contact with several nieces, nephews and cousins. A Remembrance Service will be held Wednesday May 7, 2025 at 2:00 pm at the Richwood First Methodist Church. Pastor Joseph Rhea will officiate. Friends may call on Tuesday May 6, 2025 from 4-7 pm at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home in Richwood. Burial will be in Sutton, West Virginia at a later date. Remembrance gifts may made to the Burnside/Imbody/Fish Scholarships for North Union graduates or to the McElheny Book Awards for North Union students c/o the Union County Foundation, 500 West 4th St., Marysville, Ohio 43040 or to the Richwood-North Union Public Library at 4 East Ottawa St. Richwood, Ohio 43344 Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com Directions to Richwood First Methodist Church Directions to Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home Florist Login

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Condolences       to #1 from: AmyPratt Columbus Wed, Apr 30, 2025 at 10:55 AM I was a student of Mrs. Holcomb. She was such a kind, caring, compassionate teacher. May God wrap your family in memories and comfort you in your time of need. #2 from: Jennifer Willis Richwood Wed, Apr 30, 2025 at 11:53 AM Many thought and prayers and condolences to Mrs. Holcomb's family. She was such a fantastic lady. I am forever grateful for her contributions to the students of North Union. Many, many students have been helped with the Burnside/Imbody/Fish Scholarship or a McElheny Academic Book Award, and her service on the NU school board. I always enjoyed our conversations. She always gave good advice and was full of wisdom. She made NU and Richwood a better place. She will be missed. #3 from: Dr Wayne Evans Frazeysburg, Ohio Wed, Apr 30, 2025 at 12:04 PM Mrs Holcomb was a great lady in every way. From allowing my parents to invade her home so Dr Holcomb could give me some critical care to her Health classes at North Union and beyond, I always appreciated her. May the Lord draw each of you in the family to Himself as she’s gone to be with Him. Blessings. #4 from: Fr. Nicholas Taylor Colorado Springs, CO Wed, Apr 30, 2025 at 12:36 PM I remember Barbara well; she was always a dear lady.  I know she will be greatly missed.  Condolences to her family, may they be comforted by her long and fruitful life.  May she rest in peace. #5 from: Becky Jacobs Rynders Abilene, Texas Wed, Apr 30, 2025 at 1:41 PM Sally & Family - many great memories of your precious Mother. Keep those memories alive. She had a big impact on the community. Love ya Becky Jacobs Rynders Abilene, TX #6 from: Suzanne Patterson Richwood Wed, Apr 30, 2025 at 3:11 PM My condolences to the family. I met Barbara through the Civic Center, Carpe Diem, Book Club and Friends of the Library. What great discussions we had. Such memories I will hold for a truly remarkable lady. #7 from: Johna Nibert RICHWOOD Wed, Apr 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM So sorry to hear of Barbara’s passing. She was a very special lady.Your family has my sympathy    Johna Nibert #8 from: Sherry L Pirics Sidney Wed, Apr 30, 2025 at 4:21 PM sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family. #9 from: Pam Endsley Bellefontaine Wed, Apr 30, 2025 at 5:43 PM Barbara was a beautiful lady. My deepest sympathy for your loss. May the peace of God with your family during this difficult time. Thoughts and Prayers. #10 from: Marty Harrison Powell Wed, Apr 30, 2025 at 5:59 PM Barbara was dear loving woman who was a wonderful person as well as a good Mother, wife, teacher and of incredible knowledge. She and Dr. Holcomb brought their community Medical care and education to Richwood. My thoughts and prayers of comfort to her family. Godspeed Barbara. #11 from: Jerry Moore Richwood. Thu, May 1, 2025 at 8:27 AM Sally and Family. Condolences on the loss of your Mother. She was a great woman and mad an impact on the community and all she touched. #12 from: Charlotte Markley The Villages, FL Thu, May 1, 2025 at 8:35 AM What a beautiful lady who had a wonderful life and did so much for education and her community.  My sympathy goes to her family .  I know you have lots of memories that will live with you forever.  She was such a pleasant lady to talk with and always made you feel that she cared. #13 from: Dave & Debra Tevis Clayton Marion Thu, May 1, 2025 at 9:36 AM Holcomb Families, As you know, your Mom was well respected and very knowledgeable in the Richwood area and throughout. Those who knew her were blessed, not only by her but also the whole family. Thank you for sharing your Dad and Mom with many of us. Sending love and prayers to all as you celebrate her abundant life. ❤️ #14 from: Julie Welsh Wisma Richwood, OH Thu, May 1, 2025 at 10:24 AM Mrs. Holcomb was a very kind and intelligent lady. She was one of my high school teachers and the mother of a classmate. I admired her for her involvement in the community, but her involvement was so much more than I even knew of. Thank you, Barbara, for all of your good works. My sincere sympathy to the Holcomb family on the loss of your mother and grandmother. May you be blessed with comfort and peace. #15 from: Brian and Belinda Nauman Richwood Thu, May 1, 2025 at 11:40 AM To the Holcomb family:  We are so sorry about your loss. We just loved how sweet and kind and caring she was to everyone. She was so thoughtful with her words and made you feel special when she talked with you.  Prayers for peace and comfort to you all.   #16 from: Diana Pereira (Devers) Kurtistown Hawaii Thu, May 1, 2025 at 3:25 PM I am so so sorry to hear of Barbara’s passing. She was an amazing woman! She was so genuine in her love for everyone. You knew that she truly cared. She left a mark in the community that will never be forgotten.  I have so many fond memories of times spent with the Holcomb Family! I am so sad to hear this news. #17 from: Janet Dysert Richwood Thu, May 1, 2025 at 5:25 PM Barbara was such a nice lady. I got to know her when I joined the book club at the library. It was such a great  group and I so enjoyed her input. Thoughts and prayers for the family. Take care. #18 from: Barbara Kaelber Richwood Thu, May 1, 2025 at 8:50 PM Dear family members - Wishing you all the peace and comfort possible during your time of sorrow. Barbara was such an incredible person and beautiful soul. We hope your memories of her will give you some sort of comfort. Much love to you all. #19 from: Vonnie Wasserbeck Marion, Ohio Fri, May 2, 2025 at 10:02 AM So sorry to learn of Barb's passing.  Never saw her without a kind word and a smile on her face.  She will be sorely missed.  RIP Barb. #20 from: Mike Brake Ohio Fri, May 2, 2025 at 2:39 PM Holcomb family: Sorry for your loss. She was a pillar to the community. Always had a smile and did a lot for the community and education specifically. Please accept my condolences. #21 from: Tom and Ruby Gwynn   Fri, May 2, 2025 at 3:53 PM We are so sorry for your loss. Barb and Bill were always so nice to our family. I was in one of her classes at North Union , the lessons she taught were kindness and the ability to listen. Things that not everybody can teach. #22 from: Mary Kathleen Mccoy Marysville Sat, May 3, 2025 at 2:41 PM To the family of Mrs. Colombia, Terry and I am sorry for your loss. I loved her as a teacher, she was very special. #23 from: Terry Kale Stojic   Sat, May 3, 2025 at 10:10 PM Vaso and I send our deepest condolences to the family.  Being neighbors with the Holcomb family was special. I enjoyed going to their home to play as a child because Barbara was always very kind and caring and made me feel welcome.  She was a beautiful lady inside and out - someone I always looked up to. God Bless you, “Mrs. Holcomb”. #24 from: Virg and Jani Rankin   Sat, May 3, 2025 at 11:52 PM Barbara was such a sweet lady.  Virg always said she was a Woman of Substance..  She gave so much to our community.  Will be praying for your dear family as you navigate the coming days.  Sending love and prayers.

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