Marcella Ann "Marcy" Bouxsein

1937 - 2025

Marcella "Marcy" Ann Bouxsein, 87, of rural Granville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Independence Village in Peoria, surrounded by love.

A visitation will be held from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Hennepin. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30 a.m., officiated by Fr. Patrick DeMeulemeester. Marcy will be laid to rest beside her beloved husband in Granville Cemetery. Dysart – Cofoid Funeral Chapel in Granville is assisting the family with arrangements.

Marcy was born on November 2, 1937, in DePue, Illinois, to Gardner and Agnes (McCauley) Mills. She graduated from DePue High School and, on June 27, 1959, married the love of her life, Donald Ira Bouxsein. Together, they built a home filled with love, laughter, and four children who were the center of her world.

Marcy devoted her early years to raising her children with warmth, wisdom, and unwavering care. Once they were all in school, she began a long career at Mid America Growers, where she served as the head waterer.

Known for her vibrant spirit, strong will, and generous heart, Marcy had a knack for finding the perfect bargain and an even greater gift for helping those in need. Whether through a handmade craft, a kind word, or a helping hand, she made those around her feel seen and cherished. Her home was always full of color and life, especially in her flower gardens, where her love for yard work turned every bloom into a small reflection of her joy and care. Marcella served as President of the Hennepin Woman's Club and was also an accomplished craftswoman, winning multiple first-place awards for her sewing and handmade creations. Her artistic touch and eye for detail were evident in everything she did.

Marcy also loved to travel and explore new places. She had a curious spirit, a contagious laugh, and warmth that drew people in.

She is survived by her loving children: Jill (Phil) Pistorius of Peoria; Jon (Barb) Bouxsein of Hennepin; and Jennifer (John) Pembleton of Princeton; nine cherished grandchildren: Gina (Louie) Parnell, Elyse Ketter (Jeff Dagenais), Tyler (Katie) Ketter, Jessie (the late Jacob) Bouxsein (Mitch Haywood), Nicholas (Fallon) Bouxsein, Nicole Bouxsein (Jarred McDaniel), Katy Bouxsein (Kyle Carico), Victoria Hoffman, and Hailee Pembleton; and eight great-grandchildren: Ethan and Wyatt Parnell, Bodi and Kip Ketter, Ila Mae Bouxsein, Ivan Haywood, Beckham Dagenais, and Santana Hoffman. She also leaves behind a very special friend, Keith Colvin, whose companionship brought her joy in recent years.

Marcy was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Donald; her son, Jeffrey Lee Bouxsein; and her grandson, Jacob Ira Bouxsein.

In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to the charity of the donor's choice.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.dcfunerals.com.

Though Marcy has left this world, the beauty she created in her family and her acts of kindness will continue to bloom in the lives she touched.