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Jeffrey Boyce Obituary
Jeffrey (J.B.) was employed by N.E.C. Unified Solutions as a senior telecommunications technician for 23 years. He was a graduate of John S. Burke C.H.S. class of 1979, and attended Orange County Community College. Jeffrey was a member of McQuid Engine and Ladder Co. #3, and chosen as the 2006 Divisional Marshall of the 147th anniversary Middletown parade. Jeff was also a member of the B.P.O.E. Elks Lodge #1097, past assistant coach of the Middletown Little League, and a Mt. Carmel Church parishioner.
Born on July 2, 1961, he is survived by his parents, Donald Sr. and Mary Boyce of Stuart, Fla.; brothers, Donald Jr. and wife, Janet of Yankee Lake, N.Y., Brian of Cincinnati, Ohio, Gerald and wife, Cheryl of Stuart, Fla.; sister, Linda Hess and husband, John of Shelby, N.C., long time girlfriend, Lynn Predmore and daughter, Sami of Middletown. He is also survived by nieces and nephews, Donald Boyce III and Jenna Boyce of Yankee Lake, N.Y., Shannon Lutomski and Brian Boyce Jr. of Charlotte, N.C., Nicole Irvin of Stuart, Fla. and Danielle, Andrew, Alexis, and Michael Hess of Shelby, N.C., many aunts and uncles and cousins.
Jeffrey was predeceased by his niece, Larissa Boyce.
Visitaion hours will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, August 31, 2006 and on Friday, September 1, 2006 at the Ralston-Lippincott-Hasbrouck-Ingrassia Funeral Home, Inc., 72 West Main Street in Middletown.
Elks services will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday evening and Firematic services will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Friday evening.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Saturday, September 2, 2006 in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel R.C. Church in Middletown.
Burial will be at Howells Cemetery in Howells.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial contributions be made in his name to the Tucker Cancer Center of Orange Regional Medical Center, Horton Campus.
Arrangements by Ralston-Lippincott-Hasbrouck-Ingrassia Funeral Home, Inc.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jeffrey Boyce
lynn
September 26, 2006
I always said to Jeff "you never cease to amaze me", he always made me laugh so, no matter what. Jeff was my best friend, the love of my life and the love of my daughters life. We miss him so!!
To Marzy: he loved you so! We will forever have wholes in our hearts, but also a special bond because we were two of his best girls. I am truly sorry. Jeff's love was so contagious, he was so strong and so brave, even at the end. We will survive on Jeff's love forever and always.
Love,
the love of his life,
Maureen Hunt
September 22, 2006
Dear Boyce Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences. Jeffrey was a classmate at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Elementary School (first through eigth grades). If we grade school girls knew the term "heartthrob," it would have applied to Jeffrey. Due to a personal injury, I was unable to attend the Mass and give my condolences in person. My mother, however, did and brought Jeffrey's 1968 thank-you note that he wrote after our class had a walk to and tour of Central Firehouse. The last time I saw Jeffrey was about a year or two after eigth grade graduation at a party at Tom Kerrigan's house. Jeffrey made my first alcoholic beverage--a rum and Coke. I believe I spent some time that evening wearing his Fedora-styled hat (perhaps a bit too much rum!). He will be remembered and missed at the school's 50th anniversary on 9/24/06. Sincerely, Maureen A. Hunt, Class of 1975
Harriet Hughes
September 3, 2006
Dear Donnie, Janet and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
May God Bless you all and comfort you through this time of sorrow and in the days ahead.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Harriet Hughes
John 3:16
Shawn Wiles
September 2, 2006
I met Jeff through his work, he was a Consummate professional and an all around good guy. My thoughts go out to his family at this difficult time.
Stephen Schumaci
September 2, 2006
How do you say goodbye to such a good friend? Jeff and I we're like Brothers when we first met at John S. Burke and then on to OCCC, and of course life takes you away and you lose touch. Fortunately, I was successful enough to persuade him to go to 20th in '99, we went together and it was the best time of our lives. We picked up exactly where we left off, seeing the Boyce family again and remembering how many times the family opened their home to me was very special. I was like one of the kids and Jeff was truly a brother and he was the same in my home. Jeff was always so polite," hi Mrs. Schumaci" or he'd get you with that laugh!
We worked @ Orange County Paint & Carpet together for the owner Martin Rice and Jeff would imitate him so well and just make you laugh. He was just a character, there wasn't a day that we weren't fixing something together and between us we made one good mechanic; Jeff had keys to Boyce Excavating and the rest was history.
We had the fortunate luck of being reconnected last year when Jeff was first diagnosed with Cancer, thanks to my brother Mike who was very concerned about him and knew that I needed to get back in touch. We picked up where we left off, the photos of my sons made us laugh realizing they we're already older then we we're when we it all started for us back in the mid '70's. We shared photo's of our families and hobbies and he teased me about my passion for cars," Stevie you never change". He was still the same Jeff living in the house he grew up and was happy in his relationship and he shared his photo's of his family.
I'm so happy we started to communicate again and it is helping me deal with this terrible loss of such a true friend. When I first heard of our loss, I opened the year book from '79 and saw a photo of "J" changing a tire on his rusty old Dodge, he wasn't pissed he was all smiles.( I used to tease him," J that thing got more rust then metal") That's the way I want to remember him, that was the true Jeff easy going and carefree. Never a trouble maker just everybody's friend, he was smart enough to walk away from confrontation then to get into it. If you had the pleasure to really know him, you would admit that was the Jeff we knew.
Our lives our so busy and family obligations our keeping me in MN this weekend and I wish there was a way to be there too. I want to express my sincere condolences to the Boyce family and a special thank you for letting me feel like part of the family, at the dinner table, at church on Saturday nights, or just showing up out of the blue.
See you again someday Jeff we know you're in a better place!
Your Brother,
Schooch
fred clark
September 2, 2006
iworked with jeff years ago in the telephone industry. it was an honor and a pleasure to have known him. i will miss him.MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY
Mary Schumaci
September 2, 2006
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy at your loss of your son Jeff. My son Steve often spoke of JEFF and how much fun their friendship was. He was particularly happy that they were able to attend the Burke reunion together. My prayers are with you.
Dawn Vitiello
September 1, 2006
Donny, Janet and Family:
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Remembering the good times that you had with your Brother make things a little easier. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Dawn Vitiello & Family
Allison Gould
September 1, 2006
I am a former co-worker of Jeff's, and spoke to him almost daily for over 10 years. I love him and will miss him, we had so much fun at a job that could sometimes be grueling. I think our prayers are more for those left behind than for Jeff - he is with God, in a glorious place, where we should all aspire to be. As a cancer survivor myself, I understand how fragile life can be. My prayers are with Brian and Jeff's family. Jeff, until we meet again......
Brenda Abrams
September 1, 2006
My deepest condolences to the Boyce family. I am continually praying for your strength. I was truley Blessed to have known Jeff. I was his current dispatcher in TX. I remember when I relocated from Syracuse to TX and Jeff was always asking if everything was okay down there in TX. He was always so full of life and happy spirited. I know that Jeff is resting comfortably now. Jeff touched a lot of people, he will missed by many.
Ralph-David Spence
September 1, 2006
JB - A great athelete,firefighter,and friend. Know that you made a difference in many lives. Including
mine !!! Rest my friend - Thanks.
Ken Morrison
September 1, 2006
Good night sweet prince.
Brenda Abrams
September 1, 2006
My deepest sympathy to the family. My prayers are continuously with you for peace and strength.
I was currently Jeff's dispatcher and I have known him for 8 years, he was part of my NEC family. He always had such a bright and happy spirit. Jeff will always be close to my heart. I know Jeff is resting with GOD.
I also know and work with brother Brian currently, he is also such a happy and bright spirited person. Brian, I am saying a special prayer for you, stay strong.
Mike DeAngelis
September 1, 2006
My Condolences to the Boyce Family and Jeff's many close friends. You, as Family and Friends will always remember the Great Times you all had together. He was a great person who shared his life with others through his service outside of Family. RIP Jeff
Kevin DeNuzzia
September 1, 2006
My condolences to the Boyce family. Jeff and I attended school together. He had the innate ability to make anyone laugh. I'll miss him
Cathy Olsen
August 31, 2006
My sincere sympathies and condolences go out to the entire Boyce family and Lynn. I met Jeff through Tel-Plus when he was a technician and I was the dispatcher. Jeff's laugh and awesome personality made him who he was. He was a wonderful man who could make anyone laugh. Lynn, you were lucky to have so many year's with Jeff. I will miss the phone conversations with Jeff. May time heal all your sorrows.
Warren and Christine Juers
August 31, 2006
Our deepest and sincere condolensces to Lynn, Sami and the Boyce family. Jeff was a good man. He will be missed by all.
Carl & Cathy Olsen
August 31, 2006
I was lucky enough to have been able to call both Brian and Jeffrey my very good friends when we were younger and will always remember many moments in our lives like snapshots.Many,many happy and a few sad times we shared. Jeffs departure will leave a void in mine and Cathy's lifes, but those memories will serve to warm the coldness of that void. From Jeff and Brian visiting me at my bachelor pad in Newburgh via the "panel van", to my wife introducing Jeff to her parents, at our wedding reception, by saying, "this is my NEXT husband!"
Harvey Altes
August 31, 2006
The Boyce Family:
Our deepest sympathy,
If we can be of service in any way,
we hope you will call on us.
Joan and Harvey Altes
Daytona Beach, Fl.
Ralph Johns
August 31, 2006
I met Jeff on a job. I enjoyed the short time we had. I will be praying for comfort for his family.
TONY VISCA
August 31, 2006
My deepest and sincere condolensces to the entire Boyce family. Jeff & I were high school classmates at Burke and I'll always remember him as being happy and the life of the party. He was a great person who was taken from us too soon. Rest in peace, Jeff. Our next high school reunion won't be the same without you.
Linda Hong
August 31, 2006
Please accept my deepest condolences. I know that this is not an easy time for the family, having been through this same thing myself not too long ago. I know that JB will be missed by so many people. He was a special person and I enjoyed working with him a lot. You family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Judy Moore
August 31, 2006
My deepest sympathy to the entire family. May God look over you in your time of need.
Nanette (Vavricka) Angelone
August 31, 2006
Brian (and Lynn and Family) - I heard this sad news about Jeff's passing earlier in week from Carl Olsen, who you, I and Jeff used to work with at Tel Plus. I just want to say how sorry I am to hear this news, and that I am thinking of you and Jeff fondly. God Bless to you and your family at this time.
wayne walton
August 31, 2006
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Dirk L. van Oostendorp
August 30, 2006
Rest in peace, Jeff. Keep shining your smile down on us and know we miss you.
Bob & Mary Ann Day
August 30, 2006
Don And Marry:
Our prayers are with you and the family.
Bob & Mary Ann Day
Martin (Koby) Kobylarz
August 30, 2006
My very sincerest sympathies to the Boyce Family. I had the pleasure of attending high school with J and loved seeing him at our reunion talking old times and laughing a great deal, God it seems like yesterday, Jeff you're always alive in my heart.
Donna Sannwald
August 30, 2006
We were so sorry to hear of Jeffrey's death. Our prayers are with you and wish we could be with you. Our love goes out to you, Donna and Bill Sannwald and Norman Dickerson
Jill O'Connor
August 30, 2006
How sad it is to hear of Jeff's passing. My deepest sympathy goes out to all his family-I know it is a terrible loss. It makes me wonder why the great die so young. Rest in peace, Jeff-see you in Heaven! Jill
Sharon (Rowan) Krause
August 30, 2006
I am so sorry to hear of Jeffrey's passing. Although we were cousins, we didn't really know each other well. My deepest condolences to all the family. Know that you are all in my prayers. I am sure he will be sorely missed.
Cammy, Roger & Nancy Phillips
August 30, 2006
Our heartfelt sympathy to the Boyce Family on the loss of this fine young man. Jeff was a terrifc guy and will be missed by those whose lives he touched.
Sincerely,
Sonia Smith
August 30, 2006
My condolences to the Boyce family. In the sad times of life may you and your family find strength in your faith, comfort in God's love, and peace in knowing your friends are praying for you.
Carolyn Peters
August 30, 2006
My condolences to the Boyce family.
In Sympathy no time on earth is long enough to share with those we love or to prepare ourselves for good-bye but may time soften the pain until all that remains is the comfort of memories and love.
Sharon Schumaci
August 30, 2006
Lynn, I am so sorry to hear about Jeff. My thoughts and prayers are with you and his family.
Thomas Kerrigan
August 30, 2006
While walking through Hillside cemetary this past Sunday night I came across the headstone of the McQuoid fire department founder. On it was a quote that I feel is very apropos to Jeff. "That life is not too short. Which has fulfilled its highest destiny." While Jeff's life may have been shortned, he touched many and left the world a better place.
Rosemary Daniels
August 30, 2006
Jeffery was the best in the world. He was always there for anyone who needed him for anything. No matter how many years would go by it was like Jeffery was always there for love, support and a big hug. Jeffrey will always be in my prayers and his family too. May God Bless.
Rosemary
Steve Sisco
August 30, 2006
My condolences to the Boyce Family,
Jeff's hard-working upbeat persona had an impact on all he came in contact to.
Marty Hartman
August 30, 2006
I extend my condolences to the Boyce family in this time of loss. Jeff was a fellow co-worker from another region of New York State and I had occasion to work and attend school with Jeff over the years. I always enjoyed the occasions we worked together as Jeff's enthusiasm and infectious laugh made the work day very enjoyable. The good memories I have from the time working with Jeff are indelible in my mind and I pray that your memories of Jeff will carry you through the days ahead.
Linda Kanjorski-Remer
August 30, 2006
May there be a better place in Heaven for this outstanding individual. Jeffrey was the guy I loved to be in Highschool with. He was the life of the party and such a special person. He will be missed tremendously. When I look at the photos from school he was always in the middle of the group that we hung out with smiling away or picking on Schumachi. He was part of the "Cool Cats". May you rest in peace Jeffrey and know that you were loved and will be missed.
Margaret Furman
August 30, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Hector Hernandez
August 30, 2006
Please accept my condolences. I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Jeff when I was one of his NEC customers. He was not only a skilled technician, but a wonderful person. He will be deeply missed.
BOB ILLENBERG
August 30, 2006
JB, I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOUR UPBEAT ADDITUDE TOWARDS YOUR FRIENDS AND LIFE ALSO THE GOOD TIMES YOURSELF, TOMMY, STEVE AND I HAD OVER THE YEARS THAT I'VE KNOWN YOU. YOU WILL BE SORELY MISSED AND IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER.
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