Carol Irene Spargo Hough's Obituary
“WINTERPAST”
"The winter is past; the rains are over and gone. Flowers appear on the earth; the season of singing has come, the cooing of doves is heard in our land.". Song of Soloman 2:11-12
Carol passed peacefully on May 12, 2026 after several years of a combination of COPD and Congestive Heart Failure, finally taking its toll.
Born in Washington, DC, Carol became a student of Anne Beers Elementary, Kramer Jr. High and Anacostia High School, Class of 1966.
As a working wife and mother, over the years, Carol was an employee of: The Federal Government, Interior Department, General Services in DC; 3M, Industrial Tape Division, St. Paul Minnesota; retired in 2016 after 31 years with the Area Agency on Aging/PRCS, County of Loudoun, VA.
Carol is predeceased by her parent's, Harold Wesley and Lillian Irene (Williams) Spargo; her husband of 45 years, Ralph Lynwood Hough of Leesburg, VA. By blending families, Ralph and Carol brought together a total of 4 children: Clayton (Christie), Tobin (Anne); Deborah (Deceased); Ralph (Rebecca);15 Grandchildren; 25 Great-grandchildren, (one being Heather and son Jameson, resident caregivers); 3 Great-great-grands; former daughters-in-law, Sandi (Deceased) and Shannon (Wendall).
Carol also leaves behind, family in Minnesota, her Brother, Ronald Spargo (Kathy), a Niece and Nephew, 3 Great-Nieces and 1 Great-Nephew. Also in Minnesota are two biological siblings, identified, but with no established relationship.
Per Carol's request, to Loudoun Funeral Chapel in Leesburg, VA, there will be no viewing, burial or memorial service. Cremains (as are Ralph's) shall be returned to family.
In lieu of flowers, it would be appreciated if memorial donations were made to the charity of your choice or one of the following:
Rescue Mission
435 N Cameron St, Winchester, VA 22601
[email protected]
(540) 667-5379)
Winchester SPCA
(https://winchesterspca.org).
Condolences and memories may be offered on the Loudoun Funeral Chapel Obituary page or by post to 109 Clearwater Ct., Stephen’s City, VA 22655
On a personal note, from Carol, to those she met along the way...
“To those I may have wronged, I ask forgiveness.
To those I may have helped, I wish I did more,
To those I neglected to help, I ask for understanding.
To those who helped me, I sincerely thank you so much.”
Author unknown
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