David Chalmer Roy

FRAMINGHAM David Chalmer Roy, 70, succumbed to Alzheimers on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2008, at Radius Healthcare Center, Worcester. He was the husband of 46 years to Marjorie Roy. David was born in Baton Rouge, La., raised in Iowa, received a bachelors degree in geology from Iowa State University and a doctorate in geology from MIT. He served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in El Paso, Texas. David was a professor of geology and geophysics at Boston College for 33 years, during which he served as the geology department chair for six years. His mapping of the geologic structure of northern Maine for his research dissertation lead to being a contributor to the State of Maine geologic map and becoming a licensed geologist in Maine. While a resident of Framingham, he served in a number of roles, as a member of Edwards Church, UCC in Framingham and saw his vision for the construction of their new education building completed. His love of music continued to give him joy even in the last stages of his struggles with Alzheimers Besides his wife Marjorie, he is survived by his daughters, Deborah, Margaret and Patricia; his brother, Arthur and grandson, Jonathan, and forthcoming grand-daughter. He is also survived by six nieces and nephews. Visiting hours at the Norton Funeral Home (www.nortonfuneralhome.com), 53 Beech St., (corner of Union Ave.), Framingham, will be Saturday, Sept. 6, from 3 to 6 p.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his memorial service on Sunday, Sept. 7, at 2 p.m., in Edwards Church, UCC, 39 Edwards St., Framingham. Following cremation, burial will be in Edgell Grove Cemetery, at a later date. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to the Memorial Fund of Edwards Church, UCC, 39 Edwards St., Framingham, MA 01701.