Cliftonville FC's beloved figure Jim Boyce is set to be honoured for his 75-year association with the club. A celebratory dinner will be held at the Stormont Hotel in east Belfast, with all profits going to Alzheimer's Society. Boyce, affectionately known as 'Boyce the Voice', has been involved with Cliftonville FC for almost all his life. He was humbled by a song written about him by an 11-year-old Cliftonville fan, titled 'Heart of Gold'. The song was a tribute to Boyce's dedication to the club and his efforts to bring people together. Boyce will turn 82 on March 21, and the dinner will take place the following day. The event has sold out, with over 300 tickets sold, and guests will include former Northern Ireland bosses Sammy McIlroy and Lawrie. The dinner will feature a four-course meal and entertainment, including a performance by classical singer Carly Paoli. Boyce's association with Cliftonville FC spans 75 years, and he has been a prominent figure in Northern Irish football. He served as IFA President from 1995 to 2007 and was a Fifa Vice-President from 2011 to 2015. Despite his many achievements, Boyce remains humble and dedicated to the club. The celebratory dinner is a testament to his enduring legacy and commitment to Cliftonville FC. The event is being organised by Eamonn Elliott, the General Manager of the Stormont Hotel, who is a great friend of Cliftonville manager Jim Magilton. Elliott was inspired to organise the event after meeting Boyce at the hotel and learning about his upcoming 75-year milestone with the club. The Stormont Hotel is providing the suite free of charge, and all profits will go to Alzheimer's Society in honour of Boyce's wife, Hazel. The dinner promises to be a memorable occasion, celebrating Boyce's remarkable career and his unwavering dedication to Cliftonville FC.
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Cliftonville FC Honours Jim Boyce's 75-Year Association
Cliftonville FC's Jim Boyce celebrates 75 years with the club, a fundraising dinner will take place to commemorate his service, supporting Alzheimer's Society
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