Carol Joyce McCarty, beloved, grandmother, great grand mother; and great-great grandmother, passed away on October 18, 2026 at the age of 95 after a short illness. Born on March 15, 1931, at home in West Salem, Ohio. Carol was the cherished daughter of Clyde and Eva Welty.
Carol was preceding in death by her husband of 64 years, Charles Sr., her son Timothy, and her daughter-in-law Linda, siblings Kermit, Richard, Cecil, Robert, Maynard, Clyde Jr, Evelyn Fellbaum and Marjorie Neal. She is survived by her children Charles Jr., Kathy Kane, Shelley Sapyta (Terry), Ann Barr (Dave), Penny Eyster; Bonnie Reinke (Kenny) and Lori Maslanka (Jamie). Carol’s legacy extended to her 18 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren.
A graduate of Congress High School Carol remained connected to her roots, often attending school reunions and cherishing memories of her roots. Her journey led her to F.E. Myers for 34 years of service. Carol’s commitment in her community was evident through her volunteer work at the Ashland Senior Center. She was honored as Ashland County Senior Citizen of the Year in August 2005. She shared her passion for flowers as a volunteer at Kingwood Center and was a former active member of Polk Garden Club and entered flower arrangements at the fair.
Carol’s hands were never idle; she was an avid gardener cultivating vibrant flowers and vegetable gardens that brought joy to all who visited her home. Her artistic flair extended to oil and water color painting, sewing, and wallpapering.
Carol was a member of the Polk Church of Christ, where services to celebrate her life will be held on Friday, October 23rd, 2026 at 204 E. Congress St., Polk, Ohio, At 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Ed Graves officiating. Interment will follow in Hazzard Cemetery. Calling hours will be held one hour prior to the service.
The family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Jen Reynolds for her exceptional care and kindness to Carol over the past year as well as the compassionate staff at Kingston of Ashland for their dedicated support during the last weeks of Carol’s life.
Carol’s warmth, generosity and unwavering commitment to her family and community will be deeply missed. Her memory will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
Online condolences may be shared at denbowfh.com.
Funeral Home: Denbow Gasche Funeral Home
Website: www.denbowfh.com