Danny Doyle

Born in Griffintown, the sixth of twelve children to Muriel and Daniel Doyle, Danny traces his Irish ancestry back to his forebearers James Doyle and Mary Coffey who settled in Griffintown in the early 1900s. Danny spent his formative years in Griffintown before moving to Pointe St. Charles, where he met and married Cathy Ross. Together, they later made their home in Verdun, where they raised their three sons, Danny Jr., Shawn, and Brandon. After retiring from CN after 46 years of dedicated service, Danny and Cathy now treasure every moment spent with their growing family as proud grandparents to Emma, Quinn, Danny, and Penelope.

The St. Patrick’s Parade has always held a special place in Danny’s life, celebrating his Irish heritage as a participant in St. Ann’s Parish marching unit, volunteering as a Deputy Marshal, and eventually leading the Parade as President of the United Irish Societies of Montreal (UIS) in 2016 and 2017. He was bestowed the honour of Chief Reviewing Officer in 2012.

Throughout his life, Danny has served his community with dedication and passion. He currently leads the Erin Sports Association as its President. His influence extends further as a Member of the Montreal Irish Monument Park Foundation, a role through which he actively contributes to preserving Irish heritage.

His volunteer efforts include supporting Sister Diana’s food bank at St. Gabriel’s Parish, serving on the UIS executive committee overseeing nominations and sitting on the Past Presidents Advisory committee.  He is a long-time member of the Knights of Columbus. He also served as the treasurer for the Pointe St. Charles Hall of Recognition, among numerous other contributions, including as volunteer football coach with the Verdun Minor Football Association, and a member of St. Gabriel’s Parish’s Gary Clahane Memorial Golf Tournament organizing committee, among other charitable endeavors.

Danny is regarded as a pillar of the Irish community, and many would call him an icon. His deep-rooted dedication to service and leadership has not gone unnoticed, and it is with great pride that he has been named the Grand Marshal of the 200th Montreal St. Patrick’s Parade—a fitting recognition for his lasting contributions.