Teresa 'Doc' (MacNeil) Doyle
Passed in: Mabou
Passed on: February 17th, 2015
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Teresa 'Doc' (MacNeil) Doyle of Mabou, Nova Scotia on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2015.
Teresa lived her 90 years filled with joy, happiness, love, faith, music and a sense of humour like no other.
Teresa, daughter of the late Dr. AJ and Elizabeth MacNeil, spent her childhood in beautiful Mabou, Cape Breton, the place she loved more than any other in the entire world. The stories she shared about her adventures with family and friends continuously warmed the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
Teresa married her soul mate, Alexander Doyle, on Aug.16, 1947. They spent 50 years together as partners, confidants, parents, grandparents and best friends. Together they raised five children and spent their early years living throughout the Maritime Provinces eventually calling, once again, Mabou home. Teresa loved nothing more than being surrounded by her five children and being Nanny to her 18 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
Teresa was a lifelong member of St Mary’s parish, the CWL, and a very active member of her community.
Teresa was predeceased by her husband, Alexander Doyle; her grandson, Mark David MacDonald; as well as her parents, Dr. AJ and Elizabeth MacNeil and her 10 siblings, Anna, Alexander, John, Mary, Kaye, Donnie, Francis, Stanley, Daniel and Marguerite.
She was the last surviving member of her immediate family.
Teresa is survived by her children, Ian (Anne), Angus (Julie), Patsy (John MacDonald), Alexander (Connie), and Terry (Debbie), 17 grandchildren, Liam, Bryan, Conor, Teresa, Ian , Meghan, Tricia, Siobhan, Colm, Kathryn, Neal, Patrick, Brenden, Sean, Kaitlin, Alexander, David and nine great-grandchildren.
Visitation will take place on Friday, Feb. 20th, between 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 21 at St Mary’s Church, Mabou, Fr. Angus Morris officiating.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Michelle Murphy, who provided outstanding care and comfort to Teresa as her doctor and a dear friend.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Mary’s Cemetery Fund, Mabou, St. Martha’s Hospital Foundation, Antigonish or charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be made to :www.invernessfuneralhome.com.
