"Jeff, I was so sorry to learn of your father's death. Although I didn't know him personally, he had to be a remarkable man to have had a son as special and caring as you. My prayers are with you and your family."
In loving memory of
Gerald "Jerry" Doyle
November 14, 2012
Gerald "Jerry" Doyle, age 85, of Quincy, died Wednesday, November 14, 2012, at 2:25 p.m. in Blessing Hospital.
Gerald was born August 6, 1927 in Adams County, Illinois, the son of John and Bessie Turnhoffer Doyle. He married Alice Louise Vollrath on September 2, 1950 in Quincy, Illinois. She survives.
Jerry was a graduate of Mendon Township High School. He also graduated from North Central Bible College in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where he received a Bachelor's Degree in Pastoral Studies. Jerry served as a church pastor in Versailles, Kentucky.
Jerry worked as an inspector for Firestone in Quincy for over 20 years. He retired in 1983. He volunteered at Blessing Hospital as an information desk advisor and as a M.E.N.S. escort.
Jerry was a member of Bethel Assembly of God.
In addition to this wife, survivors include: three sons: Jon (Angela) Doyle of Houston, TX; Jim Doyle of St. Louis, MO; and Jeff Doyle of Quincy; three grandchildren: Brandon (Nicole) Doyle of Forney, TX; Lindy (Gabriel) Perez of San Angelo, TX; and Zoe Doyle of Houston, TX; a great-grandchild, Jayden John Perez; and two sisters: Arlene Jones of Blandinsville, IL; and Virgene Phillips of Bowen, IL.
Gerald was preceded in death by parents, a son, Jerry Doyle Jr., a sister, Wilma Doyle, and two brothers, Dean and Donald Doyle.
Services: 10:00 am Monday, November 19, 2012 at Bethel Assembly of God, with Rev. Keith Garner officiating.
Burial: Greenmount Cemetery
Visitation: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm, Sunday November 18, 2012 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home
Memorials: Bethel Church Youth Ministry
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Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.
Tributes
"Thinking of your family. Keep memories of your him alive in your heart, you are with him forever."
"Alice we are so sorry to lose Jerry. He was a great man so kind and considerate of others. We are going to miss him terribly especially our phone calls. He lived a good life and fought a good fight. Now he can be at peace with the Lord and with all of our Turnhoffer relatives who went before us. It was a pleasure to meet up with you and Jerry 12 years ago. It is a time we will never forgot. We wish we could be with you at this time. you and your family will be in our prayers Your Minnesota Cousins Dutch & Leone"
"Alice, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You and Jerry had such a ministry of God's grace, love, healing, and compassion together. I know that whatever God gave you, you used to his glory and as Jerry glorified God in life, I know God will be glorified in his death. May God's peace surround you in your grief and loss."
"Jerry Doyle was one of the kindest, servant hearted men we have had the privilege of knowing. We are praying for Alice and Jeff and the family, and know that Jerry is with Jesus, and praising Him without sorrow, pain,or tears, in Heaven. Prayerfully, Bruce and Maxine Rice"
"What sad and unexpected news to hear of Jerry's passing. You have lost a life mate; I have lost a friend. And my family also shares your sadness, though they have known you and Jerry mostly through me. Throughout the spring and summer I shared with them the up's and down's of Jerry's battle. They feel like they know him too. You both ministered to me in times of my loss. Jerry was there to bear Dad's casket to the grave along with our two sons, Kevin and James, and stood with us as Mom was carried to her rest. And your God-given voice brought Heaven's presence into those moments of sadness and loss for me. I can't tell how much that meant. I know these past few months were difficult for you as you sensed Jerry might be treading his last mile. But your anchor is in the Giver of Life, and though you weep, it is not as one who has no hope. May the God of all comfort be YOUR comfort in this hour. Wishing I could be there to be bid farewell to a wonderful friend and brother. I pray God's blessings upon you as you face the uncertain days ahead. David & Cheryl Galloway Kevin and James (and Jennifer) Pasadena, CA"