Mark P. Boling, 63, passed away September 9, 2025. He was born September 30, 1961 in Akron, the son of the late Raymond and Patty Boling. Mark will always be remembered as a caring person. He was willing to help anybody and he had an ability to fix practically anything. Some of Mark's favorite things were family get togethers, video game night with his boys, listening to music, feeding the birds, being in nature, and his dogs, especially "Lucy". Mark is survived by his loving wife and soulmate of 24 years, Joann Boling; children Mark A. (Ali) Boling, Liza (Jeff) Morton, Erin (Samuel) Todd, Jacob Giffen, Brandon Boling, and Taylor (Richie) Dolbow; brother Scott (Kim) Boling; grandson Devon Giffen; as well as many other family and friends. Visitation will be 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at the Adams Mason Funeral Home (791 East Market Street), where funeral services will immediately follow at 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Summit County. Arrangements entrusted to Adams Mason Funeral Home (330) 535-9186
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