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WORCESTER, Mass. - Richard J. Doyle, Sr., 96, of Worcester died Saturday, June 16, 2018, at home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Portland, the son of James A. and Mary (King) Doyle. Richard graduated from Cheverus High School Class on 1940 and from Ward Business School. He was a veteran of the United States Coast Guard serving during World War II. Mr. Doyle worked for Melville Shoe Company for 37 years as a purchasing agent, retiring in 1983.
Mr. Doyle was a devout member for 60 years at Sacred Heart-St. Catherine of Sweden Church where he belonged to its men's club and choir. He also taught CCD, worked bingo and was a lector. He was a member of the Portland Boys Club and YMCA. Richard enjoyed Basketball, Golf and Tennis. He was an avid reader, enjoyed crossword puzzles and was a lifelong New York Yankees fan. His favorite pastime was spending summers at the lake in Maine.
His wife of 68 years, Helen A. (O'Donnell) Doyle, died in 2011. He leaves four sons, Richard J. Doyle, Jr. and his wife Eva of Germany, James J. Doyle and his wife Suzanne of Plymouth, Daniel J. Doyle and his wife Linda of Paxton, and Christopher J. Doyle and his wife Sandra of Worcester; two daughters, Helen A. Ingraham of Auburn, and Carol A. Darvish and her husband Masoud of Holden; two sisters, Frances Bryson and Sr. Phyllis Doyle, RSM both of Portland; 20 grandchildren; 32 great- grandchildren; nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers, James and Edward, three sisters Madelyn, Eleanor and Dorothy; and a son-in-law, Dr. Merle Ingraham.
The family would like to thank Martha Adu Boateng and Elizabeth O. Antwi for the special love and care they gave our father during his illness.
His funeral was held on Wednesday, June 20, in Sacred Heart - St. Catherine of Sweden Church, Worcester. Calling hours were held on Tuesday, June 19, in O'CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Ave., Worcester. Burial was held on Thursday, June 21, in New Calvary Cemetery, South Portland.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to:
Portland Boys Club
277 Cumberland Ave.
Portland, ME 04101
oconnorbrothers.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Doyle
Phyllis Doyle
June 11, 2020
I sorely miss my dear brother Dick, even though it is two long years since his passing.
He was always ready to assist me, or anyone who needed him. He did this with a light heart
and cheerful manner. We were lucky to have him with us as long as we did, especially his dear wife Helen
and their children.
David Farrell
June 23, 2018
Dear Phyliss &o sorry to hear of the loss of your dear Brother.May he Rest-In-Peace.
Phyllis Doyle, RSM
June 23, 2018
To Dick
The sun rose reluctantly
The day you left us,
As if loath to say good-by,
As we all were
To your grace and laughter.
Love,
Phyl
June 23, 2018
Another from the 'Greatest Generation' in God's care.
Thank you for your service.
Ursula Shea
June 18, 2018
Dear Dan and family, My sincere condolences for the loss of your father. May he rest in peace.
Glenn King
June 18, 2018
Dan and Linda,
My condolences on your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Bob Shea
June 17, 2018
My condolences go out to the whole family . Pa was always very kind to me and I enjoyed talking sports and especially Baseball with him in the years that I lived across the street . God Bless and Rest In Peace
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