Donald Miller Moyle, Sr. September 9, 1931 – March 22, 2024
Donald Moyle, Sr.
Donald Miller Moyle, Sr. died on March 22, 2024 in Vero Beach, Florida. He is survived by his loving wife of 73 years, Betty Lou “BL” Moyle, and two children, Jean Moyle Rogers of Highland, California and Donald Miller Moyle, Jr. of New Canaan, Connecticut. He is also survived by four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by daughter Judy Lou Marien of Big Water, Utah.
Don was born in Yonkers, NY and later lived in Grosse Pointe, MI; Winnetka, IL; New Canaan and Wilton, CT; Southold, NY and Vero Beach, FL. He loved all of these places, however, he always called Connecticut his home.
Don was cherished and admired as a loving husband, devoted father, accomplished businessman, loyal friend, and fierce but friendly competitor. It was on the sports court where Don loved to live his life to the fullest, and where he made his long-lasting friendships. He was a champion – in basketball, tennis, paddle, and golf. He was also an experienced boater, angler and sailor, cruising the waters of Peconic Bay and beyond, with his trusty first mate BL by his side.
Don had said that of all his sporting successes, his greatest accomplishment was running the New York City Marathon at age 53, with his son Don Jr. This achievement pales in comparison to the person he was – a positive, endearing influence for his family and a vast network of longtime friends and brief acquaintances – all of whom would often ask for him and describe him as “such a great guy,” “my favorite,” “he did so much for us,” and most often, “we loved him.”
We are truly grateful to have had him for all these years as our husband, father, and friend. To our family – BL, Jean, Don Jr., our beloved Judy, and others – he is our champion, always and forever.
My heartfelt condolences to Don and the entire Moyle family.