Family and friends remember William Doyle as a quiet and steady presence whose life was shaped by loyalty, family and enduring ties to home. Originally from Grange in Curraghboy, Roscommon, and later settled in Hillview, Waterford City, William remained deeply connected to both places and the people who formed his world. He was a devoted husband to Imelda and a proud father to Jennifer and Elizabeth, finding his greatest fulfilment in the closeness of family life. Predeceased by his parents Anthony and Nan and his brother Tony, William held strong bonds with his brothers Noel, George and P.J., and his sister Mary, valuing family not as a sentiment but as a constant foundation throughout his life.
Those who knew William will remember a man who lived without fuss and without pretence, someone who preferred quiet company and meaningful conversation to attention or display. He leaves behind not noise, but steadiness; not grand gestures, but consistency and care. In the love of his wife and daughters, in the memories shared by his siblings and extended family, and in the communities that shaped him from Roscommon to Waterford, William’s life is honoured for its simplicity, dignity and faithfulness. May he rest in eternal peace.
Late of Hawthorn Drive, Hillview, Waterford City. Formerly of Grange, Curraghboy, Co. Roscommon. William passed peacefully on Friday the 20th of February 2026. RIP.
Predeceased by his parents Anthony and Nan Doyle and his brother Tony Doyle.
William will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Imelda (nee Kennedy) his daughters Jennifer and Elizabeth; his brothers Noel (Galway), George (Curraghboy, Roscommon), P.J (Dublin) and his sister Mary (Dublin). William will be fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews; extended family, relatives, neighbours, and many friends.
May William rest in eternal peace.
A celebration of William’s life will take place in Falconers Funeral Home, Riverstown, Tramore X91TW21 on Sunday the 22nd of February at 2pm to 2:30pm after which the funeral home will remain open until 4pm sharp for family and friends to pay their respects to William’s family.
Refreshments will be served throughout
All are welcome.
As per William’s wishes, his private cremation service will take place in The Island Crematorium, Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork on Monday the 23rd Of February.
House private please
No flowers please, donations if desired to The ISPCA or the Donkey Sanctuary
by using the links below.
ISPCA Link or Donkey Sanctuary Link
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