Mary Louise Boli, age 93 of Greenville, Ohio passed away on December 3, 2017. She was born June 20, 1924 in Monroe Township, Darke County, Ohio to the late David and Mary (Taylor) Stager.
Louise was a 1942 graduate of Franklin Township High School, Darke County, where she was valedictorian of her class. She then earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, graduating in 1946. While at Miami, Louise was a member of the Alpha Omicron Pi sorority and was captain of the Miami University cheerleading squad.
Following college graduation, Louise worked as a teacher of Business and English, first at New Madison High School and then at Fairview High School in Dayton, Ohio. She then moved to Greenville, Ohio after meeting her future husband, and love of her life, Dr. Ray Boli at a Greenville Park Dance. They were married on June 18, 1949.
After Ray's graduation from Medical School at Columbia University in New York, Louise and Ray lived at West Point, where Ray did his medical internship and then in Washington D.C., while he was doing his residency at Walter Reed Hospital. They returned to Greenville in 1953, to establish roots and build their family.
Louise was very active in the Greenville community and involved in a wide variety of activities and organizations, including the Medical Auxiliary, PTA, Investment Club, Elite Club, Bridge Club and YMCA to name a few. She was a faithful member of the First Congregational Church. In 1985, Louise decided to return to the work force, choosing a career to align with her passion for travel, working as a Travel Agent at Treaty Travel in Greenville for nearly 15 years.
On a personal note, Louise loved sports of all types – particularly the Miami Red Hawks for which she held season tickets for both football and basketball for many years. She, herself, was a golfer and played tennis well into her 70's. She loved spending time with family and friends, particularly at The Coffee Pot in Greenville and was a devoted Jersey Boys fan. Louise was an enthusiastic lover of life, a wonderful wife, devoted mother and friend to many.
Louise is survived by her three daughters Mary Ann Packo of New York City, Jane and husband Joe Komasara of Columbus, Ohio and Nancy Thruston of Bellbrook, Ohio; two grandsons Gates and Hunter Thruston; and many extended family and friends.
In addition to her parents and husband, Louise was preceded in death by her brother Hollie William Stager and her sister Opal Maxine Lease.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, December 7 at 3:00 pm at the First Congregational Christian Church, 115 West Fifth Street in Greenville with Pastors Don Myers and Japheth Bear officiating. The family will receive friends on Thursday, 30 minutes prior to the services in the church.
An after-service gathering location for family and friends will follow. It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions (in lieu of flowers) be given to the Donor's Choice.
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December 13, 2017
Beth Vehre
I was so sorry to hear of her passing- we used to see each other at various medical gatherings and later always bumped into her at the coffee shop. She had gracefulness, humor and intelligence, but was also kind and down to earth. I will also always remember her excellent chocolate cookies!
December 10, 2017
Lisa Poeppelman Burk
You have my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your mom. I just loved Louise. She was such a warm-hearted and intelligent person, witty and funny and one of the most authentic people I have ever met. She had such a love for life and such graciousness!
December 9, 2017
The Boli family was a big part of the May family. I remember Louise and Ray Boli visiting our home on many occasions. Such a blessing she lived a long and beautiful life. - Lisa May-Turner (daughter of John and Mary May)
December 7, 2017
Christy (Dent) Fisher
Mary Ann and family,
Your mom lit up a room with her beautiful smile and love for life. What a gift she was to all who had the pleasure of knowing her!
Blessings and comfort to you and yours,
December 7, 2017
Karen Avore
What a wonderful lady! I had the privilege of working with her at the travel agency. Deepest sympathy to the family.
December 7, 2017
Donna Stickley
So privileged to have known Louise, what a lovely lady. Worked with her at Treaty Travel for 13 years, lots of memories. My condolences to all her family.
December 6, 2017
Vicky and Craig Stickel
Craig will miss your weekly visits at the Montage and Dairy King. I enjoyed sharing my husband with the other woman. You always had a smile. Hope you are sharing stories now with Ray and Opal. May God give comfort to your girls and other family members. God speed.
December 6, 2017
Diane Fornasier
Mary Ann - I can see where you got your inner and outer beauty, love for cheerleading, sports, anything related to Miami of Ohio, and so much more. You are your mother's legacy, and I am sure she was so proud to nurture you throughout your life. Her spirit will be with you, and guide you always. Love, Diane
December 5, 2017
Roxanne Grooms
Dearest Mary Ann and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She is a beautiful soul with a beautiful smile. She was a great friend and neighbor to my parents at the cottages and will be missed. Much love to you and may you find the happiest of memories and abundance of peace in the days to come.
December 5, 2017
Friend
Lisa Parente
Mary Ann,
I am thinking about you and your family at this difficult time. Your mother was beautiful and accomplished and so proud of her daughters. Losing a wonderful mother at any age is so hard. I hope you find comfort in the many happy memories of all the special times you spent together, and her amazing trips to NY. I was always so impressed with your mom's adventurous spirit and love of life, which you certainly inherited.
Sending love your way,
Lisa
December 5, 2017
Eileen Campbell
My dearest Mary Ann,
Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. Know that your dear mother has left a living legacy of beauty and joy in you, your sisters and her grandchildren.
Sending much love and deepest condolences,
Eileen & Struan
December 5, 2017
Cindy (Burns) Moore
Louise always had a warm heart to go with that beautiful smile. Mary Ann, she will be missed and loved by all that knew her.
December 4, 2017
Patty (Sink) Browning
Louise lived a life of light, igniting friendship and love to those who were fortunate to have shared a part of her life. God blessed us all richly by giving us such a compassionate and beautiful soul. Thank you Lord for her and may her light continue to shine brightly.
December 4, 2017
Jack and Gloria Horner
What a beautiful couple Louise and Ray was...I played tennis with your Mother, what a classy lady she was.
Dr. Boli was our doctor for all 3 of our boys...our first born we named him Kevin" Ray" , Dr. Ray Boli thought we named our baby after him I never told him any different as we name the baby after grandpa Ray Horner.
Our Deepest Sympathy to their 3 daughters and their families.
Love
Gloria and Jack Horner
Greenville, Ohio
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