Loretta Agnes Doyle

Loretta Agnes (Seeley) Doyle, 82, of Clarksville, TN, passed away on November 25, 2024. Loretta was born on June 30, 1942, in Chicago, IL, to Virgil H. Seeley and Margaret June (Carr) Seeley. Loretta grew up in West Chicago, IL, and after graduating from West Chicago High School in 1960, attended Marquette University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in English in 1964. That same year, Loretta married William Eugene Doyle of West Chicago, IL, and started a family. Loretta and William had four children – all boys. Loretta was a loving mother who instilled in her children a love for learning. Loretta had many interests, most of which centered upon her faith, her family, and her friends. She was a devout Roman Catholic who attended daily Mass when circumstances allowed. She read widely and participated in Bible study groups and book clubs. She travelled extensively throughout Europe with her sister, and met often with a group of high school friends (affectionately known as her “Ya-Yas”). Loretta also enjoyed needlework, quilting, and visits with her grandchildren. She was a gentle soul and will be missed. Loretta was preceded in death by her husband, father and mother, and brothers Virgil P. Seeley and Timothy J. Seeley. She is survived by children William Eugene Doyle, Jr. (Carole), Timothy John Doyle (Catherine), Michael Patrick Doyle (Susan), and Brian Edward Doyle; grandchildren Jillian, Colin, Caelinn, Michael, Jr., and Rose; sister Patricia M. Seeley, and numerous nieces and nephews. 

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Mary’s Catholic Church (Chapel/old church), 164 N. Oakwood Ave., West Chicago, IL, on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. with viewing at 12:30 p.m. until time of mass, and will be followed by burial at Calvary Cemetery, Easton Ave, West Chicago, IL.