Edward C. Boyce Sr

    Boyce, Edward C., 76, January 14, 2011.  Arrangements by Duncan Funeral Home, Houlton.  Graveside services will be conducted in the spring at Jewell Cemetery in Monticello.
    MONTICELLO – Edward C. Boyce Sr., 76, died January 14, 2011, at a Houlton hospital. He was born May 2, 1934, in Monticello, the son of Wilmont and Verna (Peterson) Boyce.
    Edward attended the Monticello Calvary Pentecostal Church, where he loved to sing and play his guitar. He was a long time long haul truck driver. In 1980, he and Bud Burlock became partners in a trucking company that lasted until 1989, when he was forced to retire due to heart problems. Ed loved horses and especially his favorite dog, Major.
    He is survived by two sons: Jerry and Eugene Boyce; daughters: Pamela, Tena and Sonia; a half brother, Lloyd; half sisters: Nina, Sally and Linda; special friends, Bud and Gerry Burlock, who were his care-givers, and Wendall Lynds.
    He was predeceased by his father; his mother, Verna Boyce Brewer; a son, Edward Jr.; a daughter, Bonnie; a brother, Larry; and a sister-in-law, Donna Boyce.
    Relatives and friends called at the Duncan Funeral Home in Mars Hill, from 6 to 8 p.m., Sunday. Graveside services will be conducted later in the spring at the Jewell Cemetery in Monticello. Online condolences may be made at www.duncan-graves.com