Perhaps the greatest description of Doyle comes from his own son, Jere, who is also a long-time member of OKC First Church. Jere commented that his dad “loved this church and taught me to respect it without reservation.” With that in mind, it is fitting and reassuring for everyone here to know that Jere takes care of our church property on a daily basis.

Doyle was involved heavily in the administration of church affairs, serving numerous times on the church board. During the times he was on the board, he was instrumental in making some tough decisions regarding financial issues. Our church benefited greatly from his business background, careful planning and thoughtful insights.

He was also a writer and expressed his love for people and God through poetry. Sixteen lines of a poem written by Doyle often said more than ten pages of prose!

He and his wife Marilyn were hosts for numerous youth parties and he knew how to make everyone feel welcome. His warm personality and genuine humor made it easy for any new person to feel at ease.

It made clear sense to many people to name this large room after a man with a large heart. Doyle would also be pleased to know that this very room now plays host to our Kaleo community, welcoming people to living their lives fully for God.