Robert M. Coyle

Robert M. Coyle, 93, loving husband and father passed away at home on Monday, October 14, 2024.Robert was born December 28, 1930 in Reading, Pennsylvania to Joseph and Emma Coyle. He served in the United States Military for 42 years, first as a Boatsman in the Navy and then as a jet mechanic and instructor for the Air Force. He also served as a civil servant at McConnell Air Force Base.During his military career he served in the Korean and Vietnam wars.He is survived by his children, Candy Blessing of Denver, PA, Gregg Vance, Melinda Vance, both of Wichita, Marcy Bredengerd of Caldwell, KS, Missy Vance of Milton, KS, Kelly Coyle of Wichita; 12 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren.Preceded in death by his wife, Mary J. Coyle; sons, Grant Vance, Randy Coyle.The family will hold a private Celebration of Life Service.Donations in his memory may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675-8516.Services in care of Downing & Lahey Mortuary - East Chapel.