James Fredrick Boice (August 15, 1948 - December 10, 2022)

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James Fredrick Boice
  • August 15, 1948
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  • December 10, 2022

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James Fredrick Boice, 74, of Elmira, NY, went to be with the Lord on Saturday December 10th, 2022 surrounded by his daughter and grandson. James was born on August 15th, 1948 to Michael and Jean Pronti of Elmira, NY. He is survived by his brothers Joseph Pronti, Bobby Pronti, Brett Pronti, John Pronti, Steve Pronti and Paul Pronti ; his sisters Sandy White, Janice Schrom and Jeanie Gillette; his daughter Rita Boice-Bullis and his son Anthony Boice; his grandchildren Ashley Stevens and Brandon Butz; along with six great-grandchildren.

James attended Southside High School in Elmira, NY. James also served in the United States Marine Corps in the Vietnam War from 1967-1969. After that he spent much of his life working hard to build his roofing company. He was a devoted father and grandfather. He was a true friend and was always there for anyone in the drop of a hat. He will be greatly missed.

Services in honor of his life will be held Friday December 16th, 2022 at the Baldwin Brothers Funeral home located at 3990 E. SR 44 Wildwood, FL 33785. Services will begin at 9 am and conclude at 10 am. There will be a procession to the Bushnell National Cemetery for burial services located at 6502 SW 102nd Ave. Bushnell, FL 33513. The graveside ceremony will begin at 11 am and conclude at 1130 am.


Service

Location:
Baldwin Brothers Brownwood
3990 E. SR 44. Wildwood, Florida 34785

Date & Time:
December 16, 2022 at 9:00 AM


Cemetery:
Florida National Cemetery at Bushnell
6502 SW 102nd Ave, Bushnell, FL 33513
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  1. Robin Slagle lit a candle:
    04 Apr 2024
    Lit since April 4, 2024 at 4:12:35 AM

  2. Melissa & Brandon says:
    16 Dec 2022
    Poppy we will absolutely miss you with all of our hearts. Thank you for being the greatest man & greatest Poppy to the kids. You had such an amazing impact on everyone in your life. I appreciate all that you’ve done for everyone. We love you & will always keep memories of yours alive. Fly high with Liam ️

  3. Melissa & Brandon Butz lit a candle:
    16 Dec 2022
    Lit since December 16, 2022 at 12:10:58 PM

  4. Melissa & Brandon Butz lit a candle:
    16 Dec 2022
    Lit since December 16, 2022 at 12:10:31 PM

  5. Donna Guido says:
    15 Dec 2022
    My heart goes out to the whole family. Jim was the most caring man he was there for you for any and everything I will truly miss you my friend. We will be together again one day.

  6. Tera (Pronti) Teets lit a candle:
    15 Dec 2022
    Lit since December 15, 2022 at 12:32:59 AM

  7. Terry/Richard Hannon says:
    15 Dec 2022
    We are so sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed. Rest in peace, Uncle Jim.

  8. Denise and Bob Pronti lit a candle:
    15 Dec 2022
    Lit since December 15, 2022 at 12:53:24 AM

  9. Donna Guido lit a candle:
    15 Dec 2022
    Lit since December 15, 2022 at 12:52:31 AM

  10. Carla pronti lit a candle:
    15 Dec 2022
    Lit since December 15, 2022 at 12:31:23 AM

  11. Melissa pronti lit a candle:
    14 Dec 2022
    Lit since December 14, 2022 at 12:47:55 PM

  12. Rosemary Tucker lit a candle:
    14 Dec 2022
    Lit since December 14, 2022 at 12:14:32 PM

  13. Janice M Schrom lit a candle:
    14 Dec 2022
    Lit since December 14, 2022 at 12:09:04 PM

  14. Melissa pronti says:
    14 Dec 2022
    We have came together to celebrate your life. You were a loving father, grandfather, brother and uncle. You have touched so many lives with your gentle soul. Your kindness, with a heart of gold. Your loved ones came to pay our final respects for everything you have done. You made life worth living, I can't believe you are actually gone. We will carry you in spirit till our own time comes. Rest in paradise uncle Jim until we meet again. I love you

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