William James Doyle

William James Doyle, age 78, of Manassas, VA passed away Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at Inova Fairfax Hospital. He was born on June 10, 1938 in Medford, MA the son of the late William J. and Margaret (Cullinane) Doyle. He earned his bachelor’s degree from North Eastern University in Massachusetts before entering the US Army Signal Corps. Bill attended the USC & GS College at Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas, also receiving his MBA from Syracuse University. Bill was a retired LTC in the US Army serving tours in Germany, Korea, and two tours in Vietnam. He was stationed at different posts in AZ, AK, KS and lastly at the Pentagon. Following his military retirement, he worked for several defense contractors in the Washington region for 16 years. Bill was an active member of All Saints Catholic Church as lector and mass coordinator. He has been a member of the Lake Jackson Lions International service organization; he recently dedicated several years in celebrating his 100% Irish heritage by joining the Ancient Order of Hibernians at All Saints Catholic Church. Bill is always remembered by all as a person to be relied upon. Bill did many things because he believed “it was the right thing to do”. Always lending a helping hand where needed without being asked. He loved to sing and did his best to stay in tune. His wonderful rich voice always preceded him. He enjoyed traveling and visiting new countries. He was part of Cairn Rescue, but put a hold on this when too many rescues stayed at the house. Bill will be greatly missed! Survivors include his wife of 32 years Dietlinde M. Doyle; three children; William J. Doyle III, Bruce Doyle (Janet) and Eileen Dreier (Frank); five grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 7:00-9:00pm Tuesday, June 28, 2016 at Pierce Funeral Home, 9609 Center St., Manassas, VA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 12:00pm Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at All Saints Catholic Church, 9300 Stonewall Road, Manassas, VA. Interment will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to All Saints Catholic Church or the American Heart Association or a charity of your choice in memory of William Doyle

William James Doyle

June 10, 1938 - June 21, 2016