Obituary of Marie Christina Doyle-King

Doyle-King, Marie C.
December 16, 1984 – April 1, 2021
Marie passed away peacefully in hospital, Smiths Falls after a courageous battle with cancer on Thursday, April 1, 2021 at the age of 36.  Beloved wife and best friend of Francis King.  Cherished daughter of Dolores and the late John Doyle.  Much loved sister and best friend of Suzanne Barton (Brad) and proud aunt and Godmother to Declan and Harper Barton.  Beloved niece to Elizabeth Fowlie (the late Charles Fowlie), Emmett and Marion Doyle, Rita Coville (the late Carl), and loving cousin to many.  Loved daughter-in-law of Joan King and the late Frank King Sr. and sister-in-law of Rosemary King, Josephine Murray (Norman), Theresa Snow (Derrick), Renee Harris (Freddie), Dale King (Rod) and Matthew King.  Fondly remembered by many cousins, extended family and friends.  Marie was a quiet woman who enjoyed fishing with her husband Francis.  Many happy memories shared together camping and having bon fires with friends.  She was kind and willing to help anyone.  Her beautiful smile was infectious.  Marie will be missed by her faithful companion Bongo.  She worked at My Car in Richmond for over 14 years and was a valued employee and well-liked by her co-workers.  We know God will have a special place for her in heaven fishing with her late father-in-law and being with her Dad and Grandpa.  Special thanks to the nurses, caregivers, doctors and staff at the Smiths Falls Site of the Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital for their care and compassion Marie received.  Special thanks to Father Rod for his compassion and prayers.  Marie will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her.  Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 112 Beckwith St. N., Smiths Falls on Wednesday, April 7, 2021 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.  Those wishing to attend, please email blairfuneraldirectors@gmail.com or by phone 613-283-2800 to confirm your time and attendance.  Mass of Christian Burial will be held privately for the family on Thursday at St. Francis de Sales Church, Smiths Falls.  Interment will follow at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery.  The mass will be recorded and post later on this website page.  In memory of Marie, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Children’s Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.