Mary Doyle

Mary S. Doyle, 90, of Tampa, Florida, passed away on November 1, 2026. Born on April 28, 1936, Mary “Sue” was born and raised in North Middletown, Kentucky, where she spent her early childhood. During her adolescent years, her family eventually relocated to Paris, Kentucky. She attended Paris High School, where she met her beloved husband of 50 years.

Mary was a loving and supportive mother to her children and took great joy in her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her family was most important to her, and she consistently put the needs of others before her own. She is survived by her children, Marcus Lloyd Doyle (Paula) and Melinda Sue Doyle, her granddaughter, Shelby Doyle Dunn (Tyler), her great-grandchildren, Kashton Dunn, Huxley Dunn, and Kollyns Dunn, and her nieces and nephew by marriage, Laura Smith, Ellen Smith Larson (Kevin), Sara Smith, and Price Smith (Rhonda). She was preceded in death by her husband, Miller Lloyd Doyle, her granddaughter, Lauren Michelle Doyle, and her brother, Harry Hagan See, Jr. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Virgie See.

She dedicated 47 years of her professional life to the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, where she served in the Accounts Payable Department. Her career began at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Perry Point, Maryland, where she worked from 1959 until 1973. In 1973, she continued her service at the James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital in Tampa, Florida, where she remained until her retirement in 2006.

A woman of deep Christian faith, Mary was an active and faithful member of several congregations throughout her life, most notably Forest Hills Christian Church, Tampa, FL. Her faith was an important part of who she was and was reflected in the kindness and compassion she showed others.

Mary had many interests and talents that brought joy to her life and those around her. A talented pianist and singer from an early age, she cherished music and enjoyed symphonic and choral concerts. In addition, she enjoyed traveling, crocheting, sewing, baking, cooking, gardening, and ceramic arts. She also found pleasure in games, puzzles, and appreciated the simple joys of spending time with family and friends.

Mary will be remembered for her generous heart, unwavering faith, quiet and resilient strength, and unconditional love for her family. Her life was an example of love expressed through everyday acts of kindness, thoughtfulness, and service to others. She will be dearly missed and forever loved.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to the Mary S. Doyle Memorial Fund at the University of Montevallo Foundation, 75 College Drive, Station 6215, Montevallo, AL 35115 or online donations can be made by clicking the "Mary S. Doyle Memorial Fund" on the drop-down box at:

www.montevallo.edu/give/giving-opportunities/annual-giving/