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First Extraordinary Session, 2011
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 11
BY REPRESENTATIVES DIXON, HAZEL, AND ROY
CONDOLENCES: Expresses condolences upon the death of Capt. Rickey L. Doyle, Sr.
A RESOLUTION1
To express sincere and heartfelt condolences upon the death of Captain Rickey L. Doyle, Sr.2
WHEREAS, it is with deep regret and profound sorrow that the members of the3
Louisiana House of Representatives have learned of the death of Captain Rickey L. Doyle,4
Sr., on Wednesday, March 9, 2011, at the age of fifty-nine; and5
WHEREAS, born on March 5, 1952, in Elizabeth, Louisiana, Rickey Doyle served6
with great dedication and productivity as a captain and assistant warden with the Rapides7
Parish Sheriff's Office for more than twenty-six years; he also served as head of security for8
the Alexandria Aces Ball Club for more than fourteen years; and 9
WHEREAS, Captain Doyle served with valor with the Louisiana National Guard10
from February 26, 1970, until June 15, 1986; and11
WHEREAS, an active member of his community, Captain Doyle was a member of12
Hope Baptist Church in Alexandria, Louisiana, and worked security for Louisiana College,13
Oak Hill High School, Hope Baptist School, Forest Hill Speedway, and Wayne Olsen14
Fireworks, among others, and he hosted many fundraisers for various special causes; and15
WHEREAS, Captain Doyle was preceded in death by his father, Lamar P. Doyle, and16
his sister, Sandra L. Doyle Bruce; he is survived by his loving wife of twenty-eight years,17
Pattie Thompson Doyle; his mother, Louvenia D. Doyle; two sons, Rickey L. Doyle, Jr., and18
Eric T. Doyle; one daughter, Stacy Dennis; one brother, Thomas E. Doyle and his wife19
Joanne; three grandchildren, Kandice and Blake Mosset and Jaylen Dennis; and numerous20
nieces, nephews, and friends; and21 HLS 111ES-165 ORIGINAL
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WHEREAS, with the death of Captain Doyle, a truly generous, loving, and giving1
man, Louisiana has lost one of her finest sons, a beloved individual who was widely2
respected and admired for his kindness and integrity; and3
WHEREAS, although the death of Captain Doyle has left a tremendous void in his4
community, his memory shall live forever in the minds and hearts of all who were blessed5
to know and love him.6
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the7
Legislature of Louisiana does hereby express sincere and heartfelt condolences upon the8
death of Captain Rickey L. Doyle, Sr., does hereby record for posterity his singular9
contributions and outstanding achievements, and does hereby express enduring appreciation10
for the pride and honor that this fine gentleman will forever bring to Rapides Parish and to11
the state of Louisiana.12
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a suitable copy of this Resolution be transmitted13
to the family of Captain Rickey L. Doyle, Sr.14
DIGEST
The digest printed below was prepared by House Legislative Services. It constitutes no part
of the legislative instrument. The keyword, one-liner, abstract, and digest do not constitute
part of the law or proof or indicia of legislative intent. [R.S. 1:13(B) and 24:177(E)]
Dixon HR No. 11
Expresses condolences upon the death of Capt. Rickey L. Doyle, Sr.