Carol Jean Markovich, 80, mother of Ohio Academy of Family Physicians Past President Renee Markovich, MD, FAAFP, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025.
Carol was born May 25, 1944, to Mary (Bucksar) and Albert Hallock in Warren, OH. She was a graduate of Warren G. Harding High School. Carol worked as a dental assistant for the James Trapp, DDS, dental practice in Vienna and enjoyed many work trips.
She was a member of St. Michael’s Byzantine Catholic Church in Hermitage, PA. Carol was devoted to her family and friends and enjoyed hosting parties and family gatherings. She collected magnets from all the places she traveled to with her husband and family. She was well known for loving chocolate and sweets, and her memorable smile. She enjoyed supporting her children in their multiple endeavors taking active parts to support their passions.
Carol will also be remembered for her commitment to advancing the mission of the OAFP Foundation (Foundation). Carol, along with her husband Richard and her daughter Dr. Markovich, were the 2014 recipients of the Foundation’s Philanthropists of the Year Award, a recognition that celebrates outstanding civic and charitable responsibility and encourages others to take philanthropic leadership roles on a community, national, or international level.
Carol was always eager to lend her hands and heart to the OAFP and the Foundation. Her infectious smile will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Carol is survived by her husband of 57 years, Richard; daughter Dr. Markovich and her wife Donna Donaldson; daughter-in-law Jodi Markovich; grandchildren Jerry (Lilly), Christopher, and Sazah; and great grandson Leon. Also surviving are her grand dogs Gracie and Benny.
She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Todd A. Markovich; brothers John and Michael Hallock; and sisters Mary Hallock and Elizabeth Colello.
Friends may call Saturday, May 24, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in St. Michaels Byzantine Catholic Church located at 2230 Highland Rd. in Hermitage, PA.
Memorial Divine Liturgy will be held Saturday, May 24, at 11:30 a.m. in the church with the Very Reverend Kevin E. Marks officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to The Village of St. Edwards Green Memory Care and Crossroads Hospice.
Due to Carol’s special connection to family medicine, the OAFP Board of Directors felt it was especially appropriate to make a memorial donation to the Foundation in her memory.