Doyle Edward Ables

Doyle Edward Ables, 84, passed away on April 13, 2023

Doyle was born on July 18, 1938 in Humeston, Iowa to Leslie and Pearl (Fesler) Ables. The family moved to Des Moines in 1950, where Doyle graduated from East High School in 1956. After graduation he enlisted in the United States Navy, serving from 1956-1958. Doyle married Sharon (Johnston) in 1959 and they enjoyed 63 years together. They had four children, Doyle, Pam, David and Elaine. He worked at Firestone for 30 years, upon early retirement he worked for the Southeast Polk School District for the next 10 years.

Doyle enjoyed winters in Florida, driving his golf cart, mowing and working on puzzles. Among friends and family, he was known for his chocolate cake with seven-minute frosting and making homemade candies and marshmallows.

Doyle is survived by his wife, Sharon; their four children, Doyle Ables II of Altoona, Pam (Randy) Phillips of Runnells, David (Lori) Ables of Otsego, Minnesota and Elaine (Jeff) Stewart of Ankeny, 9 grandchildren, Danielle Parsons, Kirsten Czapla, Paige Stewart, Riley Stewart, David Ables, Sam Ables, Nick Ables, Zach Phillips and Tanner Phillips, as well as 9 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and two sisters.

Private graveside services will be held at Altoona Cemetery in Altoona, Iowa.

Condolences may be directed to the family in loving memory of Doyle.

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