Duncormick’s David Doyle (50) was devoted dad and punk rocker
THE death occurred recently of devoted father David Doyle, of St Anne’s Villas in Duncormick aged 50, who was well known within the county’s punk scene.
David passed away suddenly on January 11. He is survived by his parents Kathleen and Peter; partner Aideen; children Roxanne, Tara, Shannon, Keelan and Erin; brothers Ian, Desmond and Colm and sisters Valerie, Ann and Lorraine. He was predeceased by his son David.
His family described him as one of a kind. ‘The mould was definitely broken when they made him,’ they said. ‘He was free spirited, wild and young at heart. He knew so many people from old to young from all walks of life. He was a man that was so very loyal to his close family and friends and wouldn’t think twice to help a friend in need.’
David was a familiar face in Wexford town and all the surrounding areas. Known for his wicked sense of humour and cheeky grin, David was a very affectionate man. He would give his daughters a big hug and a kiss on the forehead before he left the house and was always there to cheer their spirits. He told those he cared about that he loved them all the time and was a very sentimental man. But most of all he loved sitting at home with his daughters watching television in front of a blazing fire. He spent endless hours watching horror movies and he also enjoyed the Discovery and History channels.
When he was younger he would pick winkles and seaweed with his father and brothers and sisters on the surrounding beaches near Duncormick.
During his youth David was known for his love of all things punk rock. From his idol Sid Vicious to the Doc Martens he wore and his Mohawk of many colours, he was a punk from head to toe.
His well-known nickname Anarchy came from wearing a leather jacket with an Anarchy sign on it and from then on the nickname stuck. ‘He was a larger-than-life character and his image matched his nickname. His presence was felt the moment he walked into a room. He would brighten up the room and make everyone laugh. His energy was one that can’t be described.’
David’s love of the outdoors was evident in his beautiful garden – which is filled with beautiful roses – and vegetable patch that were his pride and joy. He would spend hours in the garden chopping wood. The house was always buzzing with close family and friends.
By far his favourite time of year was Hallowe’en. He loved Hallowe’en so much that every inch of the house was decorated and the garden also.
David was a person with many talents and could take his hand to anything including art, woodwork and swimming (a sport in which he won many medals), to mention a few. He gave family and friends many carvings over the years. David was also known for his love of tattoos, borne out by the fact that he was covered from head to toe.
‘His tattoos told the story of his life. His body was his canvas. He got each of his children’s names tattooed on him. He loved nothing more than sitting in the chair and getting new ink.’
Many of those close to him knew that David battled depression throughout his life, especially after the tragic and sudden loss of his Son Davo, who passed away in 2013 at the tender age of 13. He fought his illness bravely over the years and completed many Christmas swims and fundraisers in aid of Console Wexford, who helped him battle his mental health over the past few years.
His eldest daughter, family and close friends supported him – especially over the past few years with his battle with depression.
Sadly he passed away on January 11. He is greatly missed by all his family; his brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family and friends. A crowd attended David’s funeral Mass at the Church of the Assumption in Rathangan followed by Cremation Service in Mount Jerome Crematorium, Harolds Cross, Dublin.
May his gentle soul rest in peace.