Joseph "Joe" Lester Doyle

Birth: February 19, 1931 in Wauconda, WA

Marriage: June 13, 1953 in Tacoma, WA

Death: March 6, 2024 in Tacoma, WA surrounded by his loving children

Predeceased by beloved wife Jacklyn Doyle of 58 years;

Surviving loved ones:

Devoted father of Jill (Gerard), Jolyn (Mark), Jan (Dean), and John (Suzanne); cherished grandfather of Taya, Paul, Sara, Jackie, Julie, Hally, Jack, Kristen, Alexis, Joseph, Ian, and Sam. Proud great-grandfather of Desmond, Savanna, Lily, Jack, James, Jillian, Jane, Sailor, Hazzard, Serena, and Liam. He was a loving uncle and friend to many.

Graduate of Lincoln High School, he was captain of the football team and played halfback. As a linebacker and fullback, he played for the 1948 state championship team. Founder of Doyle Printing Company, still in operation by son John and daughter Jan. He built his family home in his 20s and lived in it with his wife and children for his entire life. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren in their activities as they grew up. He liked to sing and play cards. He made many happy memories hosting the annual family reunion at Sun Lakes State Park. He wished for no flowers; in lieu of flowers donations may be made to a favorite charity. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Our Lady Queen of Heaven in Tacoma, WA on Monday, March 11, 2024, at 10:00 am.

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