David Coyle

Dave Coyle, a life-long resident of Sacramento, CA died at his home on October 3, 2025. After graduating from Luther Burbank High School in 1967, Dave enlisted in the U.S. Air Force which included one tour in Vietnam at Da Nang and Dong Ha-a strategically important U.S Marine Corps Base and critical supply hub for U.S. forces in the region. A proud Veteran, Dave became a life member of VFW Post 67, the American Legion, and recently AMVETS. After Dave learned how to navigate the VA’s system, he then helped numerous other veterans access and obtain the benefits they earned and deserve.

He attended City College and the University of California, Sacramento, earning an AA degree. He worked for the Sacramento Bee while attending college. He went on to enjoy a long career with the California Department of Justice and retired as a Latent Print Analyst.

Dave possessed musical talent from his mother’s side of the family. Dave and his mom, Barbara Adams Coyle, often performed together with Dave accompanying her vocals on guitar. He also played guitar in various bands around Sacramento. He was a long-time member of the Elks Lodge #6, E Clampus Vitus, and Mummers of Sacramento. In 1991, Dave was selected Irishman of the Year. Dave was a loyal friend, leaving behind lifelong high school buddies, band mates, and many others whom he met throughout his life’s journey. An avid and enthusiastic sports fan, Dave enjoyed coaching softball, playing golf, betting on the ponies, and was a dedicated long-suffering Cubs fan. Dave will be remembered for his generosity, thoughtfulness and heart of gold.

Dave is survived by his partner Karen Olson, son Bernie Coyle (Vicki), daughter Erin Prosser (Ryan); sisters Kathy Coyle Brown, Jo Ana Parker Vaz, Alejandra Parker-Nunez, Dolores Parker; grandchildren Jackson and Hailey Prosser; sister-in-law Terry Coyle; nieces and nephews: Kim Cafarella; Joshua, Daniel, and Charles Coyle (Andrea); and Antonio and Moises Saldana; great nieces and nephews: Adam and Sophie Cafarella; Brendan, Vanessa, Dylan, Frederick, William, Peyton, Zander and Giana Coyle, and Avery Saldana; and many other beloved family and friends. Dave will be deeply missed.

He was proceeded in death by parents Barbara Adams Coyle, Charles Coyle, Donald Parker, and brothers Donald and Richard Coyle.

A Memorial Gathering will be held November 8, 2025,11:00 am. Elks Lodge #6, 6446 Riverside Blvd, Sacramento. 

Committal Service on November 10, 2025,10:00 am. Sacramento Valley National Cemetery.