Eugene Hampton Doyle

Eugene Hampton Doyle, 81, passed away on October 29, 2025. He was born on May 22, 1944, to the late Earl Doyle and Helen Doyle.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Cecilia Lee Doyle, and by his sisters, Diane Boone and Betty Thornton.

Eugene is survived by his siblings, Sam Doyle, Barbara Sprouse and her husband Bill, and Gale Bartmess and her husband Tony; special cousin, Larry Wirt; and special niece, Jodie Schmid and her husband Glenn, along with their children, Kylee and Jaden. He is also survived by multiple nieces and nephews and numerous golfing buddies who meant so much to him.

Eugene was a longtime and dedicated employee of Carter Machinery Co., Inc., where he worked from 1966 until his retirement in 2004 as a Parts and Service Sales Representative.

He will be remembered for his sense of humor, his kindness, and his love for golf.

Eugene also shared a special bond with his dog, Blizzard, who was his loyal companion for many years and will forever be remembered as part of his family.

Eugene cherished time spent with family and friends and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

A visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at Lotz Funeral Home in Salem, with a funeral service following. Burial will take place afterward at East Hill Cemetery.