Mary Donna Boxell

Mary Donna Boxell obituary

Mary Donna Boxell

Mary Boxell Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Baird-Freeman Funeral Home on Jul. 30, 2025.
BAIRD-FREEMAN FUNERAL HOME 221 NORTH MERIDIAN STREET PORTLAND, INDIANA 47371 260-726-7171 [email protected] Mary Donna Boxell, age 68, of Portland passed away on Saturday April 5, 2025 in IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. She was born in Waco, Texas on May 21, 1956 the daughter of Gerald and Gladys Jane (Nelson) McGee. She was married on June 22, 1986 to Jerry Boxell and he passed away on January 21, 2016. Mary had worked for the Commercial Review, enjoyed gardening and flowers. She also enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Surviving is one son Tyler Boxell of Portland, three daughters Kylie Craig of Portland, Margaret Cardenas of Portland and Cynthia Rodriguez of Texas, one brother, two sisters and eight grandchildren. Memorial services will on Wednesday April 16th at 5:00 PM in Asbury United Methodist Church with Pastor Joe Boggs presiding. Family will receive guests from 3:00 - 5:00 PM. Memorials can be made to the choice of the donor. Baird-Freeman Funeral Home are handling the arrangements. Online condolences at www.bairdfreeman.com

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