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Carol L. Bonar

2/15/1938 - 1/13/2022

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Obituary For Carol L. Bonar

Carol L. Bonar, the inspirational leader of her family, loving and mentoring mother, grandmother,

and great grandmother, who spent her life making the world a better place for every life she

touched, passed away surrounded by family, on January 13, 2022 at the age of 83 years. She

has now rejoined her parents, William and Josephine Macpherson, who preceded her in death.

Carol’s story began on February 15, 1938 in Steubenville, Ohio. She was one of five children,

sister, Josie Glauser (Gil), brother, Bill Macpherson (Flor), sister, Cathy DiBartolomeo (David),

and brother Chuck Macpherson (Linda). She was a 1956 graduate of Steubenville High School.

Soon after she met and married Ron, in 1957. She was a mother of three; Ronald Stephen

(Mary Helen), Bobbie Jo (Charles), and Jimmy Michael (Dee). A grandmother of seven, Tracy

(Steve), George, Tiffany (Erik), Jimmy, CJ, and Eric (Marianne), Sara, and a great grandmother

of 15. Carol’s lasting legacy is the strength, determination, love and spirit she instilled in her

family and many lives she positively impacted. In 1971, Carol began a fulfilling career at St.

Johns Medical Center where she worked nights in Central Services and attended College at

Ohio University, during the day, in hopes of becoming a medical illustration artist. After just six

months the President of the hospital approached her to become an EEG technician. In 1974 the

Neurovascular Department was established which began her 45 year career in the field. The

achievements that were thrust upon her for her hard work and dedication were endless,

including Vice President of the United Cerebral Palsy of the Ohio Valley, Board Member of the

United Way of Jefferson County, The Neurodiagnostic Society Fellow-ASET, but she was most

proud of being honored with the St.Clare Award for exemplary contributions to society and

modeling Franciscan values in everyday life.

Her love of photography, traveling spirit, zest for life, and passion for sports- Roll Red Roll, will

live on.

A Celebration of Carol’s life will be held at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road,

Wintersville, OH, on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 from 2-5 pm.

In lieu of flowers that family has requested a donation to The United Way of Jefferson County, P.O. Box 1463, Steubenville, Ohio 43952 or

Steubenville High School Scholarship Fund, 425 North Fourth Street, Steubenville, Ohio 43952

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  • 09/03/2024

    Cathy Emeterio

    I am so sorry to hear about Carol.. She was a very nice and respected lady. She will be missed., Prayers to Carole, Ron and to the entire family.

  • 09/03/2024

    Lee& Mark Lewis

    Both my husband Mark and I have known Carol and Ron & her daughter for a long time. I knew her thru ST John Medical/ Trinity. She was an organizer from day one, she planned many bus trips for the employees and their families for years. NewYork City, Niagara Falls, especially Seven Springs Resort snow tubbing. I got very close to Carol working on the SJMC REUNION last year we would talk daily. We could chat for a minute or 20 minutes, she cared about everyone not herself, she worried about the love of her life Ron and her grown children , grandchildren. Carol would give anyone the shirt off her back if it would help someone. Carol was stubborn at times, when I found out she was sick I prayed her stubbornness would get her thru this, but God needed her. Carol we love you & we miss you. Thank you for being my friend, I love Sunflowers too because of Carol . here is one more hug too!

  • 09/03/2024

    Theresa Czaruk Stotler

    She was a wonderful human being. So lucky to have cross paths, her laughter and kindness was everlasting.

  • 09/03/2024

    Margaret Walcoff

    Carol was the most caring, loving and supportive person I have ever had the pleasure to know. Her uniqueness and spirit were one of a kind. She will be missed not only from ASET, which she truly loved, but by everyone who had the honor of knowing her. God has called her home and heaven and the angels are singing.

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    David Arnold

    I am so sad to learn of Carols passing! I know of no person who gave so much to St. John Medical Center and Trinity Health System and its people, while taking so little. Carols contributions to the organization extend far beyond any job duties or manager responsibilities. She championed the organization incessantly. Not only did she carry the SJMC/Trinity banner, she waived it fervently. She was passionate and compassionate about Trinity. She gave of her time freely. She did before she was asked. Carol truly was Trinity! My condolences to Ron; Bob Joe; Jim and Ron Jr. And families!

  • 09/03/2024

    Maureen Gillespie Lovell

    My deepest sympathy. I will be forever grateful to her for her kindness to my mother the morning my father passed. May she rest in peace.

  • 09/03/2024

    Tony & Mary Ellen Colabella

    Ron & Bonar FamilyWe are sorry for the loss of a terrific woman. Carol did a lot for many people & the hospital.Carol always planned Easter & Christmas parties for the kids along taking photos of the function she planned.Carol & Ron have been fantastic friends all through the years. Carol & Ron did not let their illness stop them from coming to our son's wedding.When Clemson played Notre Dame at South Bend and Notre Dame upset Clemson.Carol called me at midnight to talk about the game. Carol will be missed! We lost a family member with the passing of Carol Bonar.

  • 09/03/2024

    Kim & Bryan Felmet

    I shared many hours with Carol on the United Way board and many projects for the community we both loved. She will be missed in the hearts of many.

  • 09/03/2024

    Ron Slivka

    Very sorry to hear of Mrs. Bonar's passing and your great loss. What an amazing lady. We will miss seeing her in Section D! RRR, put in a good word for the boys.

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    Toni Truini Putnam Morris

    Im so sorry for your loss of a great woman. Not only in a family way but every experience I had with her. She was always in charge anywhere she went. She loved her family and her hospital family. She will be missed by many, many, people! RIP Carol you deserve it. Love you Toni Truini

  • 09/03/2024

    Suzanne M. Porter

    Carol Was one Of The Greatest Women On This Earth. I knew her So Very Well. Kindness was A Word She Knew so Well. God Bless Her Family & Her In Heaven. She Will Be Truly Missed. She Will Fly With The Angels Everywhere.

  • 09/03/2024

    Joy Delatore

    I cut Carols hair for many years! She was a very spunky lady that always made me laugh! She will be turkey missed. Ron, Cathy and family I am sorry for your loss.

  • 09/03/2024

    Rosalia Kijanka

    My children still think of Carol as grandma Bonar! Chrysta and Gary always talk about going to all of the St John Medical childrens partys that Carol lovingly planned. They were also part of many Christmas parades! So many precious memories and pictures that they will always have to remember Grandma Bonar!

  • 09/03/2024

    Don Carnahan

    Jimmy, sorry to hear you lost your mother! Hope your family heals from this loss! My prayers are with you all.

  • 09/03/2024

    Laura Baker Guida

    Rest In Peace, Carol.

  • 09/03/2024

    Linda L Costello

    Carol was one of the most generous ladies I have known. I had the pleasure of working with her during the Christmas season during my time of employment with Urban Mission Ministries. Carol was straightforward, up front and knew how to get the job done. I loved her for her these reasons and her humor she showed even when things were down to the wire. I know she will indeed be missed by her hospital crew and anyone who knew her. Love and prayers to Carol's family.

  • 09/03/2024

    Keith Jackson

    No one has embodied the mission and vision of Trinity Health System and St Johns Medical Center more than Carol. She was the glue that held the organization together through all of the changes throughout the years. She was the cheerleader, the fun seeker, moral compass, and biggest fan of the people and organization. The world is a little darker with her loss. God Bless you Carol!!

  • 09/03/2024

    Connie Kubiak. ASET Immediate Past President

    Carol was a true professional. Her smile and photography will be greatly missed by her friends at ASET! Her passion was second to none!

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