Edward "Ted" William Doyle

Edward (Ted) William Doyle of Buzzards Bay, 83, passed away on August 31, 2022, after a brief battle with COVID. He was the beloved husband of Marie (Hyland) Doyle, with whom he shared 57 years of a great marriage. He was the loving and very proud father of Kerry Doyle Stearns, wife of John Stearns, and Tim Doyle, husband of Kate Doyle. Ted was predeceased by his two brothers, the late John R. Doyle and the late Paul J. Doyle. He also was a devoted brother-in-law to Nancy and Christopher Jennison, Joyce Hyland and the late William Hyland, Jr, and Valerie Doyle. In addition, he was cherished by his nieces and nephews: Julie Polmonari, Kristin Hurley, the late Kimberly Quigley, William Hyland III, Robert Hyland, Ian Doyle, Annika Hughes and their families.

Born in Boston, Ted was the son of the late Edward and Mary (Friel) Doyle. He graduated from Weymouth High School in 1957 and spent the early 1960’s working in Antigua, BWI on a missile-tracking station for NASA. After returning home to Weymouth in 1964, he met the love of his life, Marie, and they married in June of 1965. Ted also enrolled at Boston State College in 1964 and graduated with a BS in Physics in 1968. In addition, he received an MBA from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, and then worked as an engineer at RCA and Digital Equipment Corporation. After a successful science career, Ted became a hard-working agent in the world of commercial real estate.

Ted and his family lived in Westborough for 37 years before moving to Buzzards Bay. He did a tremendous amount of volunteer work. Ted was an elected official of the Planning Board in Westborough for 12 years, and also was a member of the Rotary Club of Westborough for many years. Ted received two Paul Harris Awards from the Rotary Club for his outstanding contributions. While living in Buzzards Bay, he shared his expertise as a Board member with the Lewis Point Association.

Ted was an accomplished sailor who spent many happy hours sailing the waters around Martha’s Vineyard and Cuttyhunk with his family and friends. He also enjoyed camping in his motorhome, woodworking, reading and watching the Patriots. Ted had a joy of living on so many levels. When anyone thinks of Ted, a smile comes on their faces because of his hilarious sense of humor. Ted loved practical jokes and always kept others laughing, especially his children whom he treasured. Ted was a kind and generous man, who always made time to help anyone who needed assistance. He was patient, loving, thoughtful, considerate, dependable and a wonderful person. Everyone who knew him was graced by that experience, especially his family. Ted made everyone’s life better. His love will forever remain in our hearts.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Ted’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. A Funeral Mass will take place on Monday, September 19, 2022 at 10 AM at St. Margaret of Scotland Church, 141 Main Street, Buzzards Bay, MA 02532. For online information and condolences, please visit www.richardsongaffeyfuneralhome.com