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Daniel J. "Danny" Boyle, 85, of Chapman Street, Jim Thorpe, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024, in the Lehigh Valley Hospital, Cedar Crest, Salisbury Township. He was the husband of Kay (Swartz) Boyle. They shared 57 years of marriage.
Born in Palmerton, he was a son of the late Daniel and Rose (McTague) Boyle.
He was a graduate of the former Mauch Chunk Catholic High School.
He started his career working for the former Central Railroad, New Jersey. Until his retirement, he was employed at Mack Trucks, Allentown, moving to , Winnsboro, S.C., when the company relocated.
After he retired, the couple moved back to their hometown of Jim Thorpe.
He was a devout Catholic and a member of the Immaculate Conception Church, Jim Thorpe.
He was also a member of the Fairview Hose Co. and the Mauch Chunk Rod & Gun Club, both of Jim Thorpe.
Danny was an avid gardener and took pride in his yard and vegetables.
Surviving in addition to his widow are a son, Timothy D. Boyle of Jim Thorpe; a granddaughter Mallory, wife of Christopher Rook of St. Dominick, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom; and great-grandchildren, Ariella and Thorin Rook.
He was also predeceased by a sister, Joan Percario.
Services: All services will be private. The Edward F. Melber Funeral Home, Jim Thorpe, is in charge of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his name may be made to Immaculate Conception Church, 180 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229.
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Kent Kemmerer, Chairperson UAW RWC 5841
November 19, 2024
To all the Boyle family we are deeply saddened to hear of Danny passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.
Danny was a dedicated worker for Mack Trucks in Winnsboro SC and a very loyal member of UAW Local 5841. He will be remembered always by his fellow brothers & sisters for his grateful willingness and kindness as a fellow coworker.
May God be with you all, RIP Brother Danny.
Cindi Eckman
November 15, 2024
Kay and your family, Prayers to you through these difficult days. Danny will be with you always in your hearts and memories. Worked with you, Kay in the Poconos in the 70´s. Now living in Florida 20 years. Your long ago friend. Cindi Eckman
Jennifer
November 13, 2024
My uncle Danny was the very best man. Kind, loving, and had the patience of a saint. I cherish the memories of every Thanksgiving and Christmas past. You may be gone , but never forgotten.
Love Jennifer, Ryan, and kelsie.
Forever in our hearts.
Eugene j Lienhard
November 12, 2024
Boyle Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. All our sympathy. Gene and Teresa Lienhard (Wilson Borough, Pa.) From Jim Thorpe, Pa.
Lynnmarie Bray
November 12, 2024
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Tom & Jennifer Knowlton
November 12, 2024
Sorry for your loss
Thoughts and prayers to the family
Beth
November 12, 2024
Uncle Danny was a special person who will be greatly missed. We remember many fond memories of the time spent together. We are keeping Aunt Kay, Tim, and Mallory in our thoughts and prayers. With Love, Beth, Lisa, Bill, and Nancy
Jennifer kocela
November 12, 2024
The kocelas
November 12, 2024
Maureen
November 12, 2024
So Sorry for your loss,Maureen
Debra Sebelin
November 12, 2024
Blessings To Kay, Tim and Danny! He was a great guy! May he rest in peace!
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