Norman W. Boyce, 92, of Bristol, died Sunday, Jan. 5, 2020, at Silver Creek Manor in Bristol.

He was the beloved husband of Celeste (Vieira) Boyce for more than 55 years.

He was born in Pawtucket, a son of the late Lyle W. and Olive (Knott) Boyce.

He was educated at Tolman High School and then he joined the U.S. Navy in World War II, serving on the U.S.S. Hamul. Following his discharge, he worked for Blackstone Valley Electric (now National Grid), retiring in 1989 as the Manager of the Dispatch Department of National Grid.

Throughout his life, Norman’s faith in Christ was of utmost importance. He attended Assembly of God Churches in South Attleboro, Mass., North Providence, R.I., and lastly in Warren, R.I. He was the founder and president of the Woonsocket Chapter of the Full Gospel Businessmen’s Association during the 1970s and 1980s.

He enjoyed golfing, fishing, boxing and gardening. Above all, he loved reading and studying the Bible.

He was predeceased by his brother, John E. Boyce.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his daughter, Deirdre D. MacLean, and her husband, Frank N. MacLean, of East Bridgewater, Mass.

He was the grandfather of Kersty E. MacLean and also survived by many nieces and nephews.

His funeral will be held Friday, Jan. 10, 2020. at 9 a.m. from the SMITH FUNERAL and MEMORIAL SERVICES, 8 Schoolhouse Road, Warren, followed by a service at 10 a.m. in the Radiant Christian Church, 895 Main St., Warren.

Burial with Military Honors will follow in North Burial Ground, Bristol.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend.

Calling hours are Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m.

Gifts in his memory may be sent to the Mission Department at Radiant Christian Church, 895 Main St., Warren, RI, 02885 or to Science with a Mission ,602 Massapoag Ave., Sharon, MA 02067.

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