John Mitchell “Jack” Doyle age 83, of Helena, formerly of Lincoln, died in Helena Friday evening, June 1, 2012.
Jack was born in Chico, California August 9, 1928 to John L. and Carmelita (Mitchell) Doyle. Jack received his education in California. Following his graduation from high school, Jack entered the United States Air Force serving for 20 years retiring in 1966 as a Tech Sergeant. Jack and Annette were married December 22, 1973 and lived in California for 20 years where Jack worked in the Civil Service as a department supervisor at Balboa Naval Hospital. They moved to beautiful Lincoln, Montana in 1993 where they lived for 13 years. They moved to Helena in 2006 to be closer to the Veterans Medical Center at Ft. Harrison for Jack’s continued health care.
Jack loved to hunt, fish and camp. He taught his kids to respect the wild and taught them to hunt, fish and then properly care for their harvest. While living in Lincoln, Jack enjoyed traveling on his four-wheeler to Lambkins Bar to get a cup of coffee for Annette. Jack and Annette enjoyed traveling to Hawaii, cruises on Mexican waters, their cruise to Alaska, traveling to Carlow, Ireland, Czechoslovakia, and to Germany to see the Passion Play.
Annette and Jack were snowbirds for many years. He was a member of the Elks and the American Legion in Lincoln, where he served as commander for two years. He was also a member of the VFW.
Jack is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Annette of Helena; children, Sherie (Mike) Steele of Helena, Jacque (Russ) Shively of Mendocino, CA, Debbie Wells of Great Falls, Pamela Oleson of Great Falls, Greg (Janice) Doyle of Lompoc, CA, and Karen Johnson of Great Falls; a sibling, Patricia Marie Reynolds of Biloxi, MS; daughter-in-law, Diane (Charles) Marlen; 13 grandchildren, Christy (Shawn) Holden, Shawn (Noel) Jacobs, Annika LaFournaise, Jane (Mike) Leinwand, Jennifer Doyle, Weston and Mitchell Shively, Chad Taylor, Stephanie Wells, Laura (Ron) Myers, Ashley Doyle, and Jesse and Justine Johnson; step-grandson, Kelly (Jenna) Stevens; and 13 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Kevin; Mother and Father; sister, Mary Virginia Roach; and the children’s mother, Beatrice Whittaker.
Viewing and Family Receiving Friends will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, June 7th at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be 11 a.m. Friday, June 8th at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church. Burial with Military Honors will be at the Montana State Veteran’s Cemetery, Fort Harrison with a luncheon reception to immediately follow the burial at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church. Memorials are suggested to Lewis & Clark Veterans Council, c/o Dennis Streeter, 1272 Lucchese Rd., Helena, MT 59602 or Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church, 1502 Shirley Rd, Helena, MT 59602. Please visit www.aswfuneralhome.com to offer the family condolences.
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Cynthia (Heihn) Ballinger says
I have not had the pleasure to see my Uncle John in many years! I wish I had been able to, as I loved him very much. I know that he will be in peace and happy to be back with God! Hope that God takes all your sorrows away for any family members. Love, Cindy
Emily Greiner says
Dearest Annette: My deepest sympathy on Jack’s passing. I know your heart must be breaking. Take comfort in knowing that Jack is free from pain and will be watching over you from a better place. My love to you. Emily
Jeff Johnson says
Dear Annette and Doyle Family: I am sorry for your loss. Jack will be missed by many. I will always remember his wittiness and great sense of humor. Undoubtedly, there will be more laughter in heaven since Jack has entered God’s kindom.
Joe & Joey Zigan says
Annette, we are so very sorry for your sad loss of your best friend/husband. We are so sorry we won’t be able to attend the funeral. Joe has oral surgery on Friday at 10 a.m. Please know that our thoughts and hearts will be with you. With our love, Joe & Joey
Judy Ober says
Annette So sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers will be with you. You may not remember me, but I used to work for the Diocese of Helena and remember working with you and others in Lincoln.
Patti and Brett McAlister says
Dear Sherrie and Mike,
You are in our prayers.
Love and Hugs, Patti & Brett
Patty Kessner says
Doyle Family: I am so saddened by the passing of your dad. I have so many great memories of him and he will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Sharon Nelson says
My dear friend Annette, I am so sorry to see of Jacks passing. Just be comforted in knowing that he is in a much better place now. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Steven Hite says
I remember camping when I was a kid with my parents, my aunt Bea & Uncle John & cousins. What fun we had fishing & camping at Brown’s Lake, Jumping Creek campground & Patosi Hot Springs! Uncle John was a really nice guy & enjoyed being with family! I miss those times!
Violet Onofriechuck says
Annette, your loss is so great & our hearts go out to you. May the memories you made with Jack bring you such joy. We pray God’s comfort will surround & keep you through the time to come.