Doyle Wesley Stine Sr. May 25, 1938 - Nov. 9, 2006 Doyle Wesley Stine Sr.was born in Thackerville, Oklahoma, youngest son of William E. and Jo Evelyn Stine. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Larry and Bob Stine, and his eldest son and namesake, Doyle Wesley Stine, Jr. He is survived by his beloved wife of nearly 49 years, Mary Anne Stine; daughter, Lisa St. Mary of Monterey; son, David Stine and fiancée, Shondra Shelton of Bakersfield; daughter-in-law, Dana Stine and granddaughter, Rebecca Stine both of Bakersfield; sisters-in-law, Helen Bass and husband, David; and Judy Stine and daughter, Cheryll as well as numerous cousins. His work as an Engineering Designer and Project Manager was done with diligence and great skill. After retirement he became a wonderful cook, loving to grocery shop and share recipes. He will be joyfully remembered for his wonderful jokes and creatively illustrated love notes. Doyle had many hobbies including wood carving, cartooning, playing the piano and model building. He had a great interest in WWII history and aircraft and admiration for military veterans. His love of traveling to the Hawaiian Islands for over 30 years with his wife and family also brought him great joy. He courageously endured the assault of Pulmonary Fibrosis which ultimately took his life. With the caring assistance of Optimal Hospice, he died peacefully at home surrounded by his family. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, November 14th, at 1:00 p.m., at Greenlawn, River Blvd. Visitation begins Monday, November 13th, from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Published in the Bakersfield Californian on 11/12/2006. Compiled, Transcribed & Submitted by: Shelley Lynch leeshlynch@gmail.com