BORN

1917

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

Newkirk & Whitney Funeral Home

318 Burnside Ave

East Hartford, Connecticut

Joseph Doyle Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 16, 2012.

Joseph (Joe) Doyle, 94, of East Hartford, beloved husband of Catherine Esther, died peacefully on Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2012 surrounded by his family. Born in Gilford, Co. Down, Northern Ireland, November 28, 1917, Joe immigrated to the U.S. in 1953. Prior to retiring in 1980, Joe worked as a heavy equipment mechanic for the Metropolitan District Commission. He was an active parishioner and communicant of St. Rose Church where he served as an usher for many years. Joe also had lifetime memberships with the Pioneer Total Abstinence Society of the Sacred Heart, The Ancient Order of Hibernians - Division 2 Hartford, the Irish American Home Society in Glastonbury, as well as the Knights of Columbus. In addition to enjoying doing stained glass, Joe was passionate about music of all kinds, especially Irish music. His accordion and tin whistle were always with him in case a seisiun happened to start up. He was a part of the South End Seniors Sentimental Swing Band and loved playing gigs with his fellow band mates. Joe was a loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather and will be greatly missed by his family. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children; his sons Michael Doyle and his wife Muguette of Florida, Gregory Doyle and his wife Janice of East Hartford, Gerard Doyle and his wife Holly of South Windsor, as well as his daughter Theresa Doyle of East Hartford. He also leaves his 8 grandchildren; Brian, Shari, Steven, Paul, Jason, Jeffrey, Ryan, and Carleigh, as well as 10 great grandchildren; Adam, Jacob, Jayleeane, Brian, Brithney, Meghan, Kalie, Teagan, Owen and Ian, and numerous nieces and nephews in Ireland, Canada, and the U.S. He also leaves behind his dear friend Maureen Doran. Joe was predeceased by his wife Kathleen (Doran) Doyle, infant son Desmond Doyle, and his daughter Mary Donna (Doyle) Purcell in addition to his 9 brothers and sisters.
Calling hours are today, Monday Aug. 20th from 4p.m. – 8p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 21st at 10:00 a.m. at St. Rose Church, 33 Church St., East Hartford. Friends are asked to proceed directly to the church that morning. Newkirk & Whitney Funeral Home 318 Burnside Ave., East Hartford, CT 06108 has charge of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Joseph Doyle's name may be made to: Saint Francis Cancer Center – 94 Woodland St., Hartford, CT. For more information or to leave an online condolence, please visit www.newkirkandwhitney.com.

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September 22, 2012

Sorry to hear of your loss Joe was my uncle my name is Desmond Fitzpatrick my mother Lilly was the sister of your father, prayers and thoughts are with your whole family from us all in Ireland (Gilford)

August 22, 2012

We have so many wonderful stories our late Dad John Flaherty had told us of Joe Doyle.
Dad worked with Joe right after he and his family arived here form Ireland. One funny story I will relay is when Dad was under an Engine working in the shop with Joe and Dad said he asked Joe to "Hand him a hose clamp". Joe kept handing Dad several different tools (thinking this must be what he's asking for). Finally Dad said he got out fro under the Engine and went over to the bench for the hose clamp. Joe's response was..." You wanted a Jubilie Clip!"
Our Dad had turned 90 June 2008 and we had a celebration for him...Joe showed up a day in advance,sat with Dad and brought him his "Jubilie Clip" for his birthday! Joe explained to us that the clip was invented in England during Queen Victorias Jubilie...hence the name!
Joe had wonderful sense of humor & love of people. This family feels blessed to have had such phenominal men that have touched our lives! God Bless you!
Linda,Sarah and Cyndy Flaherty (John & Ruths kids)
Manchester,Ct.

August 22, 2012

I just learned today of Joe's passing and am deeply saddened by it. I will never ever forget Joe. I greatly admired his passion for life and especially his undying love of music. Joe always loved to sit in with me when I was playing at the Irish Club. He was never happier than when he was playing his music. What a wonderful inspiration for all of us.I feel truly blessed to have known Joe. Joe as you look down please keep me me from playing any "bum" notes. Your friend Tony Hayes.

August 21, 2012

Dave, Aaron & Grace Burr

Greg, My deepest sympathies on the passing of your father.

August 21, 2012

John LeBlanc

Lisa and I are sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. May peace and healing find you. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

John and Lisa LeBlanc

August 21, 2012

Joe always greeted you with his infectious smile. In music and life he was an inspiration. Even at 94 years, he went too soon. My condolences to his family.
Jim Gallagher

August 21, 2012

Joe always greeted you with his infectious smile. In music and life he was an inspiration. Even at 94 years, he went too soon. My condolences to his family.
Jim Gallagher



Jim Gallagher

August 20, 2012

Terry and Tricia Sullivan

To Joe's family,

Joe was a gentleman in every sense of the word. We will all miss his warm smile, his quick wit and the accordion tunes he taught us along the way. God Bless you Joe.

August 20, 2012

Theresa,
Sorry to hear about your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Suzanne, John, Aidan and Elizabeth Malone

August 20, 2012

Rey $ Monica Banta

To Joe's family , May Dear Joe rest in peace, and may the good Lord hold all his family in the palm of His hand, and may you all have the streanth to carry on. Joe was a wonderful gentleman and he will be missed very much by all his Irish friends, and all his family and many maany friends. God Bless all of Joe's family.

Posted by Rey $ Monica Banta

August 20, 2012

To the Doyle family,
So sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I truely enjoyed his company, his smile and his music. I have fond memories of Joe and his "box" playing along side me at the Irish Home. The honor and pleasure was mine! God rest and welcome him.

Dan Ringrose- Unionville

August 20, 2012

Michelle Walters Fournier

Esther, Michael, Greg, Gerard and Theresa,

Joe will so be missed by all of us and especially Ben, Rachel and Julia. They loved visiting with Joe and Esther and getting to eat one of Joe's chocolates that Esther would give to them. They enjoyed sneaking the candy from Joe and always got a kick out of Joe getting after them. Those moments really sum up Joe for me that he had a fun side and always had a smile and a story for the little ones. I have so many memories of growing up and Joe always being there. There is a lifetime of memories that I will always cherish. I so admired his stained glass creations and he was so creative artistically and musically. What a special man that we have lost here on Earth but is now an angel in heaven watching down over his house and Esther and all of his family and friends. Prayers and hugs to all of you at this time of loss. May all of the great memories and good times pull you through to happier days.

August 20, 2012

Elena Doran

To the Family of Joe Doyle,
Tom & I are so very sorry for the loss of your Beloved-Husband-Father-Grandfather & Great-Grandfather. Please accept our deepest sympathies. You all are in our thought's & prayer's. Rest In Peace-Uncle Joe. We Love You.
Tom & Elena Doran

August 20, 2012

Roger & Sue Nolet

Our sincere sympathy goes out to all the Doyle family in the
passing of a very special person.

May God give you all comfort and peace.

Sue & Roger Nolet

August 20, 2012

Susanne Nauseda

Theresa,
So sorry about the passing of your dad. I'll be thinking of you and your family in the days to come.

August 20, 2012

Brendan Downes

Esther Theresa and all the Doyle family,

Our sincerest sympathies on the loss of Joe Always a smile and a warm greeting for all

We enjoyed sharing the 2010 St Patrick's Day parade honors with Joe
He loved every minute of it

Jean & Brendan Downes

August 20, 2012

Greg - Deepest sympathy for the loss of your Dad, you and your family are in our prayers. Chuck & Derryl

August 20, 2012

To my aunt and all my cousins, words cannot express the Corrao family's sadness. The time we spent with our uncle Joe will never be forgotten. We loved him with all of our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are will all of you.

August 20, 2012

John & Mary Gorman

Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Doyle family on the passing of a special person,he was always so helpfull and positive,he will be missed by all who knew him.

August 20, 2012

Samantha and Ken Slade

Theresa and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort.

August 20, 2012

Mary Cersosimo Ingalls

You were not only my neighbor but a second Dad to our family..watching out for us, lending a helping hand and sharing your laughter and kindness. You will be in my heart forever Joe and your music will be heard from heaven above. My love and prayers to the family.

August 20, 2012

Sorry for your loss. Joe will be missed by everyone and will be mised at the South end Seniors.
Love Camille Marshall

August 19, 2012

Vy Dinh

I'm sorry for your loss, Carleigh. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I'm here if you need anything. Love you.

August 19, 2012

janet taylor

Theresa, we are so sorry to hear about your dad. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love you,
Janet and Sheila

August 19, 2012

Shawn Vine

Theresa - My deepest sympathies to you and your family for your loss.

August 17, 2012

Kelley Carey

Theresa and Greg,

Matt and I send all our prayers to you and your whole family. We met your dad one night by accident as he sat with us and the kids at the club for pub grub. From that night onward we always looked for him at every club event. I am so very sad. He was a great, great man.

Love, Kelley And Matt Carey

August 16, 2012

Sarah Lacasse

Theresa our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you grieve the loss of your Dad. He was such a special man and you were blessed to have him as your Dad! You now have another angel on your shoulder looking down on you....sending love your way my friend.........Love, Sarah and family

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