Mary Ann Bollenbacher

Mary Ann Bollenbacher, age 81, of Celina, passed away January 13, 2026, at the Gardens at Celina.

Born January 13, 1945 in Willshire, she was the daughter of the late Guy & Lavina (Grauberger) Krall.

Mary Ann and Dean Paul Bollenbacher were married on November 20, 1965.  He preceded her in death July 2, 2023.

Surviving are their sons: Brent Bollenbacher of Port Charlotte, Florida and Brian (Deb) Bollenbacher of Celina, granddaughter Alysha (TJ) Caudill and their son Brody, a brother: Farrell (Sharon) Krall of Willshire, sister-in-law: Norma Krall of Greenwood, Indiana, and nieces & nephews.

She was preceded in death by brothers & sisters: Bernard, Donald, Lois and Duane Krall and Evelyn Frank, Dean’s parents: Albert & Lillian (Deitsch) Bollenbacher and his sister: Virginia & Carl Wendel.  

Mary Ann was also preceded in death by her best friend and long-time neighbor, June Keck.

Mary Ann graduated from Parkway High School.  She worked at Huffy Bicycles and Mersman Tables, before ultimately retiring from the Mercer County Department of Job & Family Services, where she worked as an administrative assistant.

She cherished spending time with her family and friends.  Mary Ann was an excellent cook and baker, being well known for making gooseberry pies. She was also a very talented seamstress, helping friends and family members with many sewing projects.

Yearly trips to Las Vegas with June, were one of Mary Ann's great joys in life.  Those two could spin slot machines from sun-up to midnight, barely stopping to eat or go to the bathroom.  

Private Graveside Services were held at Mercer Memory Gardens.  Ronnie Hagaman officiated.

Contributions in Mary Ann’s memory may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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