Royce passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2013 at the age of 87. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Irene; his daughter, Mary; son-in-law, Randy; and two sisters, Arlene and Gail. Royce was preceded in death by his parents, Pliny and Edith Boutwell. He has now found peace after a long illness. A brief memorial service will be held on Friday, June 28, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Park, followed by a scattering of his cremated remains in the Rose Garden. Should friends desire, contributions may be made in Royce's memory to the New Mexico Cancer Center Foundation, 4901 Lang Ave NE 87109, or the Animal Humane Association of NM.