Dashwood, Ontario — In Loving Memory of Shaun Patrick Doyle, 37 “A heart of gold stopped beating, a hardworking soul at rest.”

Dashwood, Ontario — In Loving Memory of Shaun Patrick Doyle, 37
“A heart of gold stopped beating, a hardworking soul at rest.”

The close-knit rural community of Dashwood, Ontario is reeling from the sudden and devastating loss of Shaun Patrick Doyle, a beloved father, husband, son, and friend who passed away tragically on Friday, June 6, 2025, following a tragic accident on the family farm on Rural Route 1.

Shaun was only 37 years old, yet his impact on those around him far surpassed the years he lived. A proud farmer and devoted family man, Shaun embodied the quiet strength, generosity, and unwavering work ethic that define the very heart of rural life. His sudden passing has left a deep void not only in the Doyle family, but throughout the Dashwood and surrounding Huron County community where he was known and loved.

Born and raised on the Doyle family farm, Shaun grew up with soil beneath his fingernails and a sense of purpose rooted in the land. He learned early on the values of resilience, dedication, and stewardship — values he carried with him every day, whether he was working the fields, caring for livestock, or teaching his children about the rhythms of farm life.

To many, Shaun was the friend you could count on — always ready to lend a hand, share a laugh, or offer a word of support when things got tough. He had a talent for making everyone feel seen, heard, and welcome. He cherished his role in the community, whether coaching minor hockey, helping at the local co-op, or gathering for bonfires and potlucks with neighbours he considered family.

Shaun leaves behind his loving wife, Meghan, and their three beautiful children — Liam, Ava, and Carter — who were the center of his universe. He was a deeply devoted father who never missed a school recital or a hockey game, and whose gentle guidance and goofy bedtime stories will be cherished memories forever. He also leaves his parents, Doug and Maureen Doyle, his sister Emily (Greg), nieces and nephews, in-laws, and countless friends whose lives he touched.

According to authorities, the fatal accident occurred in the early afternoon while Shaun was operating heavy machinery on the family property. Despite the rapid arrival of first responders and the heroic efforts to save him, Shaun succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The incident is being reviewed as part of a standard agricultural safety investigation, and the community has rallied to support the family during this unimaginably painful time.

A celebration of life will be held at the Dashwood Community Hall on Friday, June 13th, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., with doors open to all who wish to pay their respects. Friends, family, and community members are invited to share memories, stories, and laughter — just as Shaun would have wanted. A private burial will follow at the family’s request.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a trust fund established for Shaun’s children or to the Ontario Federation of Agriculture’s safety awareness program in Shaun’s memory.

Shaun’s legacy is one of compassion, loyalty, and quiet strength — a life marked not just by the acres he worked, but by the lives he lifted and the love he gave freely. His boots may be empty, but his presence will forever echo across the fields he loved and the hearts of all who knew him.

May he rest in peace, and may his family find strength in the outpouring of love that surrounds them now.