Douglas Wayne "Doug" Lyle

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Douglas Lyle Obituary

Lyle, Douglas "Doug" Wayne
66, of Tempe, Arizona passed away on March 25, 2011. Doug was born in Dowagiac Michigan on March 3, 1945 to Harlan and Maxine Lyle. After briefly attending Michigan State University, he moved to Tempe and completed his business degree at Arizona State University in 1970. His first and only job was at Salt River Project where he worked in accounting for over 25 years. He is survived by his loving daughters Christine Jacobs (Lee) and Karen Lyle (Brandon Ason), two grandchildren, brother Bob Lyle, and sister Linda West. He will be remembered for his adventurous spirit, culinary escapades, and as a friend to many. Memorial services will be private.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Mar. 31, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Douglas Lyle

14 Entries

Carola Tamarkin

March 25, 2019

I still think about Doug and miss his sense of fun, love of cooking and camaraderie. Our little SRP group had a lot of fun times.

DUHS Class of 1963

April 18, 2011

The Dowagiac, Michigan "DUHS Class of 1963" extends sincere sympathy and prayers to Doug's family and friends. We shared our most formative years together and each one of us are precious to one another. God grant him eternal rest. Til' we all meet again Doug. Your "Class"

April 3, 2011

Doug was such a great guy that though I haven't seen him since 10th grade at Dowagiac High, I will always remember his kindness, exuberance for life, and, of course, his great, perfect smile. Lyla Overton Fox

Nancy Finger

April 1, 2011

Doug was my former brother-in-law. He was a good guy and he liked to have fun. I am very saddened by his passing as he was a kind and generous spirit who loved life. He called me “horsehead” for most of the time I knew him, but I cannot remember how I earned this title. He was devoted to the Tempe Boys and Girls Club and spent many hours working for their cause. He was president of that club as well. He was a gourmet foodie and partier. He has two wonderful daughters, Christine and Karen, who have devotedly watched over him during his illness the past 14 years. You are missed, Doug.

Carola Tamarkin

April 1, 2011

Doug was a remarkable person and the accounting guru at SRP. But as we all know he was much more than a 'number cruncher'. He was our party master, fearless gourmet chef and cool dude with his Corvette. I have missed him and will never forget his friendship. He was also blessed with two wonderful daughters who provided loving care to Doug during his illness. He was a very lucky man to have you by his side.

Bob Harris

April 1, 2011

I worked in Accounting at SRP with Doug for many years. I also lived in the original Ahwatukee when Doug and his family lived there. I have many memories of Doug. I admired his drive and 'smarts' in Accounting...he was instrumental in developing many of SRP's Financial Systems. My sympathies to his two daughters and his extended family.

Dan Kadomoto

March 31, 2011

What a great picture of Doug. He was one of my best friend for many years, and we shared many dinner parties and nights out. I have missed him and his friendship these past years and hope he is now in a better place. May he rest in peace. His friend, Dan

March 31, 2011

Love to see this smiling picture of my brother. We miss his joyful spirit and know that now he is at peace after his illness.
Love and prayers
Linda Lyle West

Mary Kadomoto

March 31, 2011

I very much enjoyed seeing this smiling photo of Doug as well. We miss him and like to remember he as he was before his illness. Kind thoughts to Doug's family. Mary Kadomoto

Deborah Dellis

March 31, 2011

Doug and I were friends from Salt River Project. I admired his warm sense of humor, his infectious zest for life, and his kindness. My prayers go out to his family ... hoping your fond memories of Doug bring you all comfort during this sad time. Rest in peace, Doug.

Vicki Mueller

March 31, 2011

This is such a great picture of Doug--just the way we remember him. Will never forget the 10Ks he and Chris were in years ago when our girls were all young and the Telluride ski trip--there were many good times! God bless Christine and Karen as they say their last "goodbyes" to their Dad and may he rest in peace now.

March 31, 2011

So terribly saddened to hear of Doug's passing. He was a good person to work with and provided me with many learning opportunities while he was my manager. I missed him great deal after he left SRP due to illness. And yes, I remember how much he loved "culinary delights". Finally at peace. Sincere condolences, Dawn Allen (Accounting Systems, Salt River Project)

Robert Lyle

March 31, 2011

How good to see this smiling picture of Doug. We all want to remember him as he was before his devastating illness. Now my brother is at peace. With Love

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