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Myrtle Beach......James Senan Doyle, 82, of Bluffton, South Carolina passed away peacefully following a short illness on September 24, 2022. Born in Kilrush, County Clare, Ireland, the son of the late James A. and Kathleen Walsh Doyle. After coming to America, Jim resided in New York City where he met the love of his life, Mary (Mae) Carey. They wed on September 10, 1966, and in 1975 they moved to Warwick NY where they raised their family and were active members of the community, most notable the Warwick Valley Country Club. A Detective in the New York City Police Department - Midtown South Precinct until his retirement in 1989, Jimmy took pride in serving the people of New York. Retirement allowed more time to travel, frequently to his homeland of Ireland, and participate in many beloved athletic endeavors. He was a passionate and accomplished athlete: a runner, skier, tennis player and golfer. He shared his skill, knowledge, and enthusiasm of tennis for many years through teaching children to play the game. During the late 1990's, Jimmy also found he had a passion for marathon running and ran a marathon a month for an entire year! The most notable was one he ran was in Alaska -- "most beautiful place I have ever been!" He also played in many tennis and golf leagues throughout his time in Warwick and made many cherished friendships along the way. In 2005, Jim and Mae retired to Bluffton, SC to be closer to their children and grandchildren. He quickly acclimated to their new community as Jimmy never met a stranger. He quickly became known as "The Mayor of Sun City". During his time as a resident of Sun City, he continued to pursue his passion of golfing and later turned back to the tennis courts and won a State Championship. He cherished the time he spent with friends whether on the golf course, the tennis courts or gathering at a friend's home. The Okatie Ale House also became a beloved gathering place, and he very much cherished the friendships he made there. His blue eyes and smile lit up the room wherever he went, and his sense of humor made others find comfort in his presence. He will be greatly missed by all that had the pleasure of knowing him He was a US Army Veteran and was a member of the Army Honor Guard. Surviving are: one daughter, Denise Bresadola of Myrtle Beach; one son, Kevin Doyle, of Myrtle Beach; and six grandchildren, Connor Bresadola, Emma Bresadola, Henry Bresadola, IV, Brendan Doyle, Liam Doyle, and Madeline Doyle. Amanda Doyle was also a very special member of the family. He has several cousins still residing in Kilrush to include Kay Counihan and her daughters, Ruth and Clare. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, October 22, 2022 from 12:00 PM until 3:00 PM at Jameson's in Sun City Hilton Head, SC.. Memorials may be sent to the Alzheimer's Association of America, 322 Eighth Avenue, 16 Floor, New York, New York, 10001. Sign an online guestbook at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

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James Senan Doyle

March 2, 1940 - September 24, 2022