R. Mark Royce, 67, of Maryville, Tenn., and formerly of Griffith, died suddenly April 26, 2013. He was born to Raymond J. and Juanita J. Royce. He spent summers at Crystal Lake with family for many years. His many accomplishments included being a decorated Vietnam veteran, receiving a Purple Heart; a register nurse; and a stone mason. He was instrumental in setting up the Multi Township Emergency Medical Service of Kosciusko County. He was an avid reader and nature lover. He will be greatly missed. Surviving are his children: Sarah Royce, Asheville, N.C., and Joseph Royce, Seattle, Wash.; his siblings: Margaret Royce Galvin, Hammond; Tina Smiley, Silver Lake; and Lewis (and spouse Alice Beth) Royce, Maryville; nieces and nephews: Kristina and Shawn Smiley and Ann Galvin and Frank III (and spouse Annette) Galvin. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Mary Royce Oliver; and a brother-in-law, William Smiley. A memorial service will be at a later date.
