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Memories and Condolences
for David Doyle
John Kent
October 14, 2008
Joanne
I am so sorry for your loss, David was a mentor and a good friend.
It has been more years than I care to think about.
Again I am so sorry for the loss to your family
Debbie Riederer
October 7, 2008
Dear Joann,
I am so sorry to hear that Dave passed away. My sympathy and my Mom's to you, Tim, Brian and your whole family on this tremendous loss. Dave was a wonderful and kind man. I will always remember the fun you and my parents and Don and Viv had at station events and parties. Thank you for your support when my Dad passed away.
Bob Tambellini
October 3, 2008
My condolences to Dave's family on the loss of a really great guy.
October 2, 2008
Joann
I only had two opportunities to meet Dave and both were when he was sick. But in those two brief interactions I was deeply touched by Dave. As a nurse, some patients effect me more than others, and Dave was one of them. The conversations were rich, as if I had known Dave a long time. And the love seen between the two of you was amazing. I can only imagine the sadness you feel. My prayers to you and all of your family during this hard time. But know that you all have been blessed and are far richer for the years you had with Dave. May those memories comfort you.
Sincerely
A nurse who cared for Dave
Stacy Barnes
October 2, 2008
David was a wonderful colleague and friend. I was a guest on his radio show and worked with him closely for six years as part of the Connecting Caring Communities project in Milwaukee. We also saw each other regularly at meetings, fundraisers, and other community events. David was a wonderful advocate for seniors and a shining example of how older people make meaningful contributions to and stay actively engaged in the community. I will miss his smile and sense of humor, as well as his willingness to roll-up his sleeves and tackle important issues. He was a charming gentleman and I will miss him greatly. My sincerest sympathies to the family members he left behind.
KEN&SHIRLEY WALIGORSKI
October 2, 2008
JOANN,
DAVE WAS ALWAYS WILLING TO HELP ANYONE,AND HE WAS ONE OF MY MOST TRUSTED FRIENDS AT THE STATION.HE IS MISSED BY ALL.
Bonnie DeLeeuw
October 2, 2008
JoAnn,
Although it's been years since we've seen each other, I want to express my deepest sympathy with your loss. You and Dave have given me many great memories and great times over the past 30 years of our travels and client trips.... I will always be grateful to have had the opportunity to know Dave, and yourself, as a dear friend.
Gary Beier
October 2, 2008
David was one of the brightest and most creative individuals I have ever had the pleasure to work with.
Sally Tombers/Doyle
October 1, 2008
Dave, I'm told that we'll all meet up some day after this leg of our journey here is completed.
I have a problem with saying "goodbye" so "hasta luego, mi hermano". I always knew that you were a very spiritual person. Combine that with compassion, humor and Irish wit, and it's no wonder you were successful!
In a family often adrift, you were an example for the rest of us. You were strong in your convictions and always seemed to know what you were about. You didn't dwell on the past,
but looked forward. You pursued your goals, moved out, and on to marry JoAnn, the woman of your dreams.
You took good care of your family and were a good brother and friend. You and JoAnn raised two amazing, smart and gifted sons together. Brian and Tim were always a welcome addition to the Doyle Clan.
One thing I have regretted all these years is not having had the opportunity to live closer to my family of origin-never more than now.
Dave, whenever you had a new idea in that head of yours, you had a way of getting everyone else excited about it! You've been one of the most creative people I've ever known.
I loved listening to you revisit the trips you and JoAnn took to far away places.
Your descriptions, with your mouth and eyes wide open, your hands, even your ears moving while you described in colorful detail your trips to foreign lands; the landscapes, the customs and foods as well as the local inhabitants, made it almost as thrilling as being there myself!
You've succeeded at most everything you've attempted to do and more. You've taken risks, and if something didn't work, you simply explored more options to make it work and never took 'no' for an answer.
No one's perfect, of course...I won't mention the time you piled all the leaves from your yard into a big pile on the driveway, threw kerosene on it followed by a lighted match
and kapow!
(But, Mum's the word on that one!)
You can only imagine the impact you have had with your articles, seminars and radio show.
You spoke to us, you listened to us with that smile and that squint, with brows flipped up in awe, and the look that said, "I'm listening to only you, and whatever you have to say is important to me". That is a gift.
Thank you for being so gracious and welcoming to all of us this past few months, especially when you were as sick as you were. You will be missed
I love you
Sal
Jolanta & Dariusz Nowakowski
October 1, 2008
JoAnn,
In this time of sorrow, our hearts and thoughts are with you and your family. David’s incredible attitude towards the life and family should be an example to many. He'll be always remembered as a wonderful neighbor and he'll have a warm place in our hearts. We shall continue the Limoncello Christmas’ tradition as he suggested in the past.
We're always here for you.
Your next door neighbors- Jolanta, Dariusz, Michael, and Nicholas Nowakowski
Carrie Boyle-Deehan
October 1, 2008
Tim, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief. May the memories of your Father bring you comfort.
Saran Piehl
October 1, 2008
JoAnn
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. David will be greatly missed by everyone that ever had the privilege of meeting him. I have enjoyed working with David for many years. I will miss him dearly. David was truly a remarkable, compassionate man who knew the meaning of integrity!
Tom Hill
October 1, 2008
Hi Tim, I know how losing a dad feels and I know nothing anybody says will matter for awhile, and that it will take time for your world to begin to heal. About a week after my dad died I had a dream that he was in and for some reason that made me realize he was still alive inside me, and always will be. I hope the next few days are filled with as much laughter and love as they are with tears and sadness. Best,
Tom Hill & Lynda Talve
Michael Hill
October 1, 2008
Tim--so sorry for the loss that you and your family have suffered. I've been through it recently too and know how hard it is to accept. My thoughts and sympathy are with you, your mon and all your family. Michael Hill
Jack Paquette
October 1, 2008
A great man who is an extraordinary friend and mentor. His smile and his wisdom will never be forgotten. Thank you, David, for making this a better world. The entire Doyle family is remembered in my prayers and intentions, especially JoAnn.
Ed Anhalt
October 1, 2008
JoAnn
I wish to extend condolences to you and your entire family.
I will always remember a smiling face, and a man with warmth, compassion, and a wonderful display of temperament ... during my stay at Hastings-Doyle.
Ed Anhalt
HD '88
The best evidence of God's spirit is found in a human life lived fully
Chris Doyle
October 1, 2008
To all who shared and enriched Dave and JoAnn's life together, thank you. Life was such an adventure for Dave. Always curious. Always searching.
Mark Vollmers
October 1, 2008
JoAnn – these are not my original thoughts, but thoughts expressed about my late wife of 42 years and I think they are applicable to David. I always enjoyed seeing you on set or when I was working at Sears and you stopped to talk.
"You are a professional actor and so am I, but when you think about it, everyone is a professional actor. Everyone acts to try and please others including themselves. They buy & sell props, find locations, learn from historical scripts and write their own stories, produce, direct scenes, get angry, assume unwanted responsibility for failure, praise other actors and at times get accolades for their effort. David won an academy award for living. He was real." Love you and your family.
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