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The funeral service will be held at The Palm City Presbyterian Church on Thursday March 23 at 11am.
Thomas F Doyle Jr was born November 3, 1939 in Saint Joseph, Missouri, to Thomas F Doyle and Madonna Doyle. He graduated from Chaplain Kapaun High School in Wichita, Kansas, June of 1957, Naval Preparatory School Bainbridge, Maryland, in June 1958. He went on to get his BS in Naval Science from The U.S. Naval Academy Annapolis, Maryland, and his BS in aeronautical engineering at the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California, December of 1971. Thomas was married to Patricia Ann Doyle on April 25, 1963 in Pensacola, Florida, where they met at
The Beachcombers Ball. Commander Thomas F Doyle Jr. was A naval aviator from August 1962 until January 1975.
Thomas served in Vietnam as a helicopter pilot in HAL3, and in 1975 he became a test pilot for Sikorsky Aircraft in Stratford, Ct. Thomas currently holds a helicopter world speed record that he attained while flying for Sikorsky Aircraft.
Thomas loved flying gliders, sailing and rowing. He especially enjoyed sharing and teaching his flying and sailing skills to his grandchildren.
Thomas F Doyle Jr. is survived by his wife Patricia Doyle, his sons Scott Doyle and wife Mary Doyle, Brian Doyle and ex-wife Colleen Doyle.
Grandchildren Silas Doyle, Jonathan Doyle, Elizabeth Doyle, Connor Doyle, Aline Doyle. Great grand daughter, Amaya Doyle. His Brother James Doyle and sister Martha Ann Suter.
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Fred Butler
April 15, 2025
He led a rich and rewarding life. His and Pat's friendships with Navy buddies was deeply appreciated. It was an honor and privilege to have known him. Peace and smiling memories to Pat, Scott, Brian, all his grandchildren, great grand daughter, siblings, and friends.
Richard Rozanski
October 24, 2023
I worked with Tom for many years at Sikorsky. He was a sharp pilot and engineer, always calm and low key. Above all , he was a gentleman in all respects. All of my memories of Tom are very pleasant and the aviation community has lost a valuable member.
Douglas Boody
March 28, 2023
I worked with Tom at Sikorsky . He was always the ultimate professional when he was flying . He had the skill set most pilots dream of having . RIP .
Nick Lappos
March 24, 2023
I flew with Tom for decades, and always was in awe of his skill and his ability to constantly increase his proficiency and knowledge. He was an FAA examiner, an Engineering Representative and a Standardization Pilot, each a separate and distinguished achievement. His helicopter speed record still stands 40 years later. Tom was also a fine friend, with a twinkle in his eye and a vast sense of humor. Once we jumped to the head of a long waiting list at a restaurant by asking the hostess to be sure Senator Doyle would be shown no special favor. His distinguished white hair and perfect posture assured that Senator Doyle´s party was quickly seated. Speaking for the Sikorsky test pilots of Tom´s generation, please RIP, Tom.
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