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Jericho Vermont

I am sad to report that Dan Boyce has passed away today. Danny was a world class grower and even a better guy. He and his wife Holly own the only 2000 pound pumpkin grown in Vermont. Dan stayed connected with many growers, clubs and weigh offs even though he could not grow for the past couple of years. Dan mentored many growers and was always willing to chip in and help anyone who needed it. Our hobby lost a great guy today! I will update with any information regarding services. Cards or letters can be sent to Holly Boyce, 152 Rte. 144, Benson VT 05743.

7/22/2025 6:10:46 PM

Topsfield, MA

I’m so sad to hear this. Dan was such a generous guy who was always willing to help people out in this hobby. I loved talking to him at the weigh offs and I always enjoyed his conversations with me not only about pumpkins. Dan will be very missed and I will always remember him!

7/22/2025 10:01:37 PM

Connecticut, USA

Very sad news. I will miss him greatly. Condolences and prayers to Holly and the family.

7/23/2025 5:51:16 AM

Billerica,Massachusetts

i always enjoyed talking to Dan , great guy , we'll miss him

7/23/2025 6:23:42 AM

Wallingford,CT

Dan was a giant among the growers of giants. RIP my friend

7/23/2025 6:24:52 AM

Nova Scotia

Condolences from the Dill Family, interesting about his Vermont feat well done.

7/23/2025 7:29:01 AM

Cheshire Ma USA

Rip Dan, a great grower and an even better person.

7/23/2025 8:41:12 AM

Little-TON - Colorado

Sad News to hear, Condolences to the family

7/23/2025 10:26:55 AM

Merrimack NH

Very sad to hear this. My condolences to Holly and the rest of his family.

7/23/2025 11:24:42 AM

Massachusetts

First class guy that I always looked forward to seeing at our events. Quiet. Humble. I did not know Dan well but he always greeted me like I was his best friend in the world. A big loss for our community. My thoughts go out to Holly.

7/23/2025 12:05:05 PM

Topsfield,ma.

Prayers & Condolences to Holly and family. One of the Good Ones, He will be missed.

7/23/2025 2:20:20 PM

Canada

RIP Dan
I was lucky enough to meet Dan and Holly at a seminar in Niagara Falls. Very nice couple. He will be very missed

7/23/2025 7:55:18 PM

Johnston, R.I.

RIP my friend.

7/23/2025 8:21:17 PM

Edinburg

Very sad news Rip Dan

7/23/2025 8:40:32 PM

Putnam Ct.

One of the kindest people you will ever meet. Every year Danny and Holly would come down from Vermont to attend the Woodstock fair, whether it be answering questions in the pumpkin tent or just enjoying what the fair had to offer.
I will miss you my friend, Rest in peace.
My condolences to Holly and family.

7/24/2025 9:40:55 AM

Peosta, Iowa

Rest in Peace Dan, glad I had the honor of meeting you. Condolences to his family

7/24/2025 8:59:57 PM

Tyngsboro, MA

Rest in peace Dan. Holly and Dan were among the first giant pumpkin growers I ever met, and I felt instantly welcome. Thinking of the Boyce family.

7/25/2025 3:48:40 PM

no.scituate R I

Dan will be very sadly missed by the pumpkin community the help and love Dan and Holly shared was very apparent and appreciated. Rest in peace. My friend

7/26/2025 6:31:53 AM