Donald J. Boykin

Donald J. Boykin obituary, Rochester, NY

Donald J. Boykin

Donald Boykin Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by DiPonzio Funeral Home, Inc. on Nov. 18, 2025.

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Boykin, Donald J.
Of Gates, Passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at age 68. Predeceased by his father, Robin Boykin; mother, Mary Walsh; foster mother, Ginger Cobb. He is survived by his loving wife, Candi (Cirelli) Boykin; son, Donald Boykin Jr.; daughter, Dena (Michael) Conley' grandchildren, Gino and Enzo Conley; many siblings, relatives and friends. Don was a Marine Corps veteran and a retiree of Valeo. He was also an avid Buffalo Bills fan.
Friends are invited to attend his memorial visitation on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, from 6-8PM at the DiPonzio Funeral Home, Inc., 219 Spencerport Road, Gates. Services and interment will be private.

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