Margaret A. Bland

Margaret Ann (Kreider) Bland, age 83, of Portland, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at her home.

She was born on March 25, 1943, in Portland, to the late Ralph and Elizabeth (Teeters) Kreider.

In addition to her parents, Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, William O. Bland, whom she married on June 18, 1961, and who passed away on February 15, 2005; and her brother, Dick Kreider.

Margaret is survived by her children, Ann (Earl) Rose of Winchester, Indiana, Shawn (Lori) Bland of Columbus, Indiana, Scott (Tammy) Bland of Portland, Indiana, and Robert (Chastity) Bland of Redkey, Indiana; her 23 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren; her siblings, Martha (Jerry) Kaehr of Berne, Indiana, and John Kreider of Bartonia, Indiana; her sister-in-law, Helen Kreider of Fort Recovery; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Margaret was a 1961 graduate of Fort Recovery High School. She devoted her life to being a homemaker, loving wife, and mother, finding her greatest joy in caring for her family and creating lasting memories with those she loved.

Margaret was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister who will be dearly missed by her family. She had a special love for horses and horse racing and was a member of the United States Trotting Association. Her passion for horses brought her much joy and excitement throughout her life. She will be remembered for her love of family, the memories she created, and the special place she held in the hearts of those who knew her.

Though she may be gone from our sight, the love she shared and memories she leaves behind will live on in the hearts of her family forever. May she rest peacefully in the loving arms of the Lord.

A private family graveside service will take place in Spring Hill Cemetery, Fort Recovery.

Memorial contributions may be given in Margarets memory to Southern Care Hospice or The National Kidney Foundation.

Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting www.boeckmanboeckmanfh.com.