Joshua Keith Boxdorfer

  Joshua Keith Boxdorfer departed this life on October 13th, 2025, at the age of 42. Born on January 15th, 1983, in Festus, Missouri, Joshua lived a life filled with love and laughter, and a deep appreciation for his family, friends, and the outdoors.

   Joshua dedicated his career to working as a truck driver, a job he found fulfillment in, embracing the opportunity to travel the open roads. He was known for his outgoing personality, and loving nature, humor, and an unwavering commitment to his family. He enjoyed spending time in the country life, whether it was riding on back roads, fishing, or simply sitting outside and sipping a cup of coffee while reading his Bible. Any opportunity he had, Joshua would attend the New Diggins church with his grandma Cain. Joshua had a profound appreciation for his faith, history, and knowledge. His love for his dog Lucy brought him great joy, and he cherished outings on the golf course with his friends.

   Joshua loved his family and was always the first one to be there in a time of need. His most significant achievements included giving his life to the Lord seven years prior and finding a career he loved.

   Joshua is survived by his two sons, Joshua Andrew Boxdorfer of Hamburg, IL, and Nathaniel David Boxdorfer of Tenino, WA; his mother, Anna Marie Grupe and her husband Dane of Hamburg, IL; father, Dennis Keith Boxdorfer and his wife Tina of Festus, MO; grandmother, Carole Boxdorfer of Festus, MO; sister, Rachel Pratt and her husband Scott of Potosi, MO; brother, Derek Boxdorfer of Hamburg, IL; step-brother, Aaron McComack and his wife Erin of Desoto, MO; and his significant other, Nicole Deckard-Murphy, and her daughter Samantha of Potosi, MO.

   Joshua is further survived by numerous aunts and uncles: Brenda and Jerry Castillo, Linda and Chuck Winick, Irene and Will Kearns, Debbie and Mitch Benoist, Timmy and Brenda Boxdorfer, Joyce Cain, Larry Skaggs, and Shelly Trask; as well as nieces and nephews, Trenten, Conner, Clayton, Kayla, Kaden, Khloe, Daigon, and Katelyn; along with his great-nephew, Malakai Joshua. He held a special bond with his cousin, Mandy Lueshen-Ladd, and his mentor and friend, Andy Wideman.

  Joshua was preceded in death by his grandparents, Roy William and Maudie Marie Cain; his grandpa, Roy Lee Herman Boxdorfer; and stepbrother, Dane O'Neil Grupe.

   Joshua will be deeply missed by all who knew him, including many cousins, relatives, and friends whose lives he touched with his kind spirit and infectious laughter.