A proud graduate of Chattanooga Central High School, Class of 1969, Doyle dedicated much of his life to serving others and his country. He proudly served in the United States Air Force, attaining the rank of sergeant. His active-duty service spanned April 7, 1971, through May 14, 1974, and he continued serving in the Air Force Reserve until receiving his honorable discharge in March 1977. His military service remained an important and meaningful part of his life.
Doyle shared 40 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Linda Viola Quarles Housley, until her passing in 2013. Together, they owned and operated Maxi Muffler in Cleveland, Tennessee, and Chattanooga Propane in Ooltewah, Tennessee. Through their work and dedication, they built a life centered on family and perseverance. Doyle took great pride in providing for his loved ones, caring for his home and land, and enjoying time spent farming and fishing. He was also known for his generosity, independence, and willingness to help others.
Above all, Doyle will be remembered as a devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. His strong work ethic, honorable service, generous nature, and steadfast character touched many lives. The love he shared and the memories he created will remain with those who knew him, and his legacy will live on through the people he loved.
Doyle is survived by his daughters, Sheila (Jeff) Housley Stafford and Tiffany (Tony) Smith; his grandchildren, Ian Smith, Mia (Regan) Pettway, and Andrew Wilson; his great-grandchild, Walker Pettway; his siblings, Jan “Patty” Gann Anderson, David (Barb) Housley, and Bernice Sale; and his close cousins, Tommy Housley and Steve Housley. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews, as well as other relatives and friends who will cherish his memory and remember him with love.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Linda Viola Quarles Housley; his parents, Doyle M. Housley, Sr., and Corinne Housley; his sisters, Carolyn Linam and Elizabeth Ann Treshansky; and his brothers, Atlee Beene Jr. and William “Bucky” Housley.
The family extends special thanks to Hospice of Chattanooga and Darlene Krohe for the compassionate care they provided.
Serving as pallbearers will be Jeff Stafford, Tony Smith, Ian Smith, Andrew Wilson, Regan Pettway, and Steven Jernigan.
The family will receive friends on August 30, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Chattanooga Funeral Home Valley View Chapel. Additional visitation will be held on August 31, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 12:00 p.m. in the chapel. Burial will follow at 1:30 p.m. at Chattanooga National Cemetery.
