Doyle, Daniel M.

Daniel M. Doyle, 64, of Franklin, TN passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by the  love of family on May 19, 2025, after a courageous and difficult battle with pancreatic  cancer.  

Dan is survived by his wife Bridget (Hughes) Doyle of 18 years, and his children: Chris (April)  Rauer, Meredith (Tyler) Bready, Eldon Doyle, Liam Doyle, and stepson Patrick (Aja) Hughes.  He is also survived by three grandchildren: Corbin, Willow, and Margaret. In addition, he is  remembered by his siblings: Diane Sousa, Irene Carter, Mary Lou Stoltz, Tim Doyle, Maureen  Moss, Kathryn Kitty Varlan, Karen Bell and Jen Ward, and many cherished nieces and  nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Evelyn Doyle and his brother Terry  Doyle. 

Dan was born in Rochester, NY on August 6, 1960, the ninth of ten children. He was lovingly  known as “Danny” to all his siblings. He enjoyed family gatherings of all kinds, especially  when playing euchre was involved. He had close relationships with his nieces and nephews  and was considered a favorite uncle by many of them.  

A graduate of Hilton High School in 1978, Dan was well-liked by both classmates and  teachers. They loved his sense of humor, intelligence, and spirit of fun. Dan cherished the  memories and relationships he formed during his high school years. He remained in contact  through phone calls, Facebook, or by traveling considerable distances to meet friends in  person. 

Dan also studied at Clarkson University. He became an accomplished controls engineer  who worked for various companies throughout his career. 

Dan was a devoted husband to his wife Bridget, showing his love in both big and small  gestures. He enjoyed planning special birthday celebrations. His greatest surprise was a trip  to Las Vegas that included a helicopter tour over the Grand Canyon.  

Additionally, Dan was very dedicated to his family. He enthusiastically supported the  various interests and activities of his children. He coached youth football and baseball  teams, served as parent volunteer for taekwondo, wrestling, and school music and theater  programs. He took great pleasure in creating personalized invitations to his children’s  birthday and graduation parties, and when two of his children got married, he put together  touching slide shows.  

As a die-hard Buffalo Bills fan, Dan took immense pride in having been a season ticket holder  earlier in his life. Whether he was at the game or watching on tv, it was well known in the 

family that Dan lived and died with each win or loss of the Bills. He loved to wear his Bills hat  or clothing when he was out, which helped him connect with fellow fans. Dan even had a  chance encounter with the cousin of Bills quarterback Josh Allen at a hospital Starbucks in  Nashville. Later, on the night before he passed, a neighbor sent Dan a video message from  Bills player, Dawson Knox, who offered him prayers and well wishes. Dan truly lived by the  motto, “Be Good, Do Good, God Bless, Go Bills.” 

It cannot be overstated how much Dan thrived and grew from cultivating and maintaining  connections with friends, family, and colleagues throughout his life. He had a gift for staying  in contact with these important people. The family would like to extend their thanks to all  those who have been a source of support and laughter through the many twists and turns of  a life well lived. 

A Funeral Mass will take place on Thursday, June 26 at 11:00am at St. John of Rochester  Church, 8 Wickford Way, Fairport, NY. For family and friends who are unable to attend in  person, the Funeral Mass will be livestreamed. **Access the live stream by visiting the  church website: www.stjohnfairport.org .