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VINCENT MACFIELD BOYCE

Born: Jul 12, 1937

Date of Passing: Dec 18, 2014

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VINCENT MACFIELD BOYCE After a courageous battle with cancer, it is with great sadness and heavy hearts we announce the passing of Vincent Macfield Boyce, December 18, 2014; born, Crab Hill, St. Lucy, Barbados, July 12, 1937. He is survived by his loving wife and childhood sweetheart, Felicia Boyce, his children, their spouses, grandchildren, and great-grandchild. His passion for steam and trains led him on a career path from Barbados' Spring Hall Sugar Cane Factory, to the British Railways, then to CP Rail. Vince has had a very fulfilling life, and throughout his journey has touched the lives of many people. He is deeply cherished, and will be greatly missed by all. We would like to thank family, friends, and Doctors Harris, Johnson, Johnston, Wiseman, the CancerCare Manitoba, Health Sciences Centre and Riverview staff for their great care and compassion. Donations are preferred, in lieu of flowers, to the North Kildonan United Church, 174 Pentland St., Winnipeg, 204-667-7408. Funeral Service: 2:00 p.m., January 3, 2015, Glen Eden Funeral Home & Cemetery, 4477 Main Street, 204-982-8300. Church donations can be made during the service.
Publish Date: Dec 27, 2014

VINCENT MACFIELD BOYCE Vincent Macfield Boyce, born July 12, 1937, passed away from cancer, around 7:00 a.m. December 18, 2014. Funeral services to be announced. Donations, in lieu of flowers, to North Kildonan United Church, 174 Pentland, 204-667-7408, preferred.
Publish Date: Dec 20, 2014

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 27, 2014

Condolences & Memories (14 entries)

  • Macfield our dear friend and family. Thank you for Brightling up our lives though your kindness, encouragement and your infectious smile. You will be sadly missed but always in our thoughts. God bless. xxx - Posted by: Iola Yearwood & family (friend and family) on: Jan 03, 2015

  • Hello Uncle Mac, you will be sadly missed by all of us. I just wanted to thank you and Auntie Felicia for all of your love and care when we were growing up and even into adulthood. Uncle Mac you were the nucleus of the family, I will always think of you and Auntie Felicia as my second set of parents. You always made my siblings and I feel safe and I would like to thank you for your wisdom, love and gentle nature. I would also like to thank you for being there for my husband Rob and children, Simone, Tyra and Jordan. Love forever your Niece, Avril Brown. - Posted by: Avril Brown (Niece) on: Jan 03, 2015

  • I was a friend of Mr and Mrs Boyce for many years. Mr. Boyce was a gentleman in every way. He will be missed by me and my dear family in Barbados. My sympathy goes to Felicia and the Boyce family. - Posted by: Victorine Graham (Friend) on: Dec 29, 2014

  • Walk with God uncle Mack. I miss you. Please throw down hugs and kisses to aunt Felecia, my cousins: David, Michelle and Barry. They miss you too! Love you always, Sandie - Posted by: Dr. Sandie Gilkes Benevides (Niece) on: Dec 27, 2014

  • I extend condolences to my cousin Felicia on the passing of her beloved husband Mac. Mac was a great man, always smiling , he had a great sense of humor. I always looked forward to Mac and Felicia's visits to Barbados when I was a little girl.I am really going to miss him. Rest well Mac. Val,Marcil, Makayla and Mikhail ( Barbados) - Posted by: Valencia Cumberbatch (family) on: Dec 25, 2014

  • Our deepest condolences on Vince's passing. Our prayers are with you Felicia & Family. - Posted by: Heather & Guenter Schaub (Attended the same church) on: Dec 23, 2014

  • I met Vince and Felicia his good wife at NKUC many years ago and had the occasion to serve with Vince on the board of NKUC. Moreover I and my wife Janet participated in bible studies at NKUC which were led by Vince. In addition Vince and I were great email buddies and also we used to enjoy breakfast meetings once a month prior to Vince being overcome with his health complications. Rest well Brother! - Posted by: Jim Gilroy (White Brother) on: Dec 22, 2014

  • Our Condolences to Mrs. Boyce and her family from Ulrich, Marjorie and family from Barbados. - Posted by: Marjorie and Ulrich (Close family friend) on: Dec 22, 2014

  • Our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts are with you - Posted by: Laurence & Lovie Daily (Friends) on: Dec 22, 2014

  • Vince was a true gentleman. Vince and Felicia were the first people to make me feel welcome when I first moved to my condo. Vince gave his time and expertise on our board for several years. He will be missed by all of us. Sincere condolences to the family. - Posted by: Marie Dame (Friend) on: Dec 21, 2014

  • Goodbye uncle Mack we didn't see much of one another these past few years, the occasional times at the hospital or store, but ever meeting meant a lot to me and I was always happy to stop and chat with you and aunt Felicia even if it was for a few mins. I will always remember the pic of you that my dad took of you in a bright tropical party shirt ,it was dark in the basement but that shirt sure did stand out it wasn't hard to miss. You Will be missed by so many but your journey here was over and it was time for you to return home God was calling you. RIP Uncle Mack. Say hi to Andy, my Mom, and Julie for me. - Posted by: Tracy Barraza (family friend) on: Dec 21, 2014

  • Mr Boyce was a long time family friend to my parents, and then became a personal friend to me. We spent numerous hours on the phone together talking about things we had in common. I am so thankful for knowing such a wonderful man who I respected very much. He truly will be missed. Mrs Boyce and family, our condolences go out to you. You have been blessed to have such a man in your lives, and you still are blessed to have him in your hearts. - Posted by: Malcolm Welch (family friend) on: Dec 21, 2014

  • Uncle Mac was a true gentle and scholar. Exceptional man of intellect and ability. Loving, kind, warm and sincere. Uncle Mac and my dad were best of friends. Two friends who married two sisters. Uncle you touched my life when we first met you and auntie and the effect was profound and everlasting. Love and miss you. RIP. Heavenly father please receive your son Vincent Macfield into your Heavenly Realm. Amen. On behalf of the Hinds family over in England. - Posted by: Myron Hinds (Nephew ) on: Dec 20, 2014

  • Our deepest sympathies! Vincent was a pleasure to be around! He always had a smile on his face that we will always remember! We will miss him! Our thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Betty & Peter Cimarno (Friends) on: Dec 20, 2014

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