In Memoriam

We take a moment to honor the memory of our esteemed members and colleagues who have passed away, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and compassion in the field of medicine. Their contributions have profoundly impacted countless lives, and their absence will be deeply felt within our community. As we reflect on their lives, let us remember the words of Ralph Waldo Emerson: "To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die." We encourage all members to share their memories and tributes, celebrating the remarkable individuals who have shaped our society and inspired us all.

John Francis Coyle, II, MD

Member Since March 30, 1979 - 46 Years

John Francis Coyle II died March 13, 2025, of complications from multiple myeloma.   He was born July 16, 1947, in Independence, Kansas, to John Francis Coyle and Winifred Vrooman Coyle.  He attended Holy Name School and Field McKinley High School in Coffeyville, Kansas.  A Summerfield Scholar, he graduated from the University of Kansas summa cum laude where he majored in French and was a member of Phi Beta Kappa.  He was a member of Beta Theta Pi and a prime author of the Rock Chalk in 1969.  

He graduated from the University of Kansas Medical School.  There he was a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society and he initiated a note-taking service for students which exists to this day.  While in medical school he participated in externships at Johns Hopkins Medical School and the Royal Infirmary in Edinburgh, where he worked with Desmond Julian, a pioneer cardiologist who introduced the concept of coronary care.  In 1974, he married Katherine “Kathie” Gallagher Coyle. He did his internship and residency at the University of Pennsylvania where he spent a rotation at the American Hospital in Paris. 

To view the full details please visit: https://www.stanleysfuneralhome.com/obituary/dr-john-coyle

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Thomas Alan Marberry, MD 

Member since July 31, 1980 - 45 Years

Thomas Alan Marberry was born on November 26, 1948 in East St. Louis, Illinois. His parents were Harry and Betty Marberry. He grew up in Oklahoma City, OK in a loving home with a younger sister, Betsy. As a young boy growing up in Oklahoma in the 50's, he wanted to be a baseball player like Mickey Mantle. He played baseball for many years. He also played golf & basketball in high school and was the team captain of both his senior year.

He graduated from Casady School in Oklahoma City and then went to Vanderbilt University for his undergraduate BA degree in pre-med. He continued his studies at the University of Oklahoma Health Science Center for medical school followed by a rotating surgery internship at St. Anthony Hospital, where he was awarded the intern of the year. His Orthopedic Surgery residency was with the O'Donohue program at the Health Sciences Center. Early on, Tom knew he wanted to be a doctor. 

To view the full details please visit: https://www.moorefuneral.com/obituaries/thomas-marberry/#!/Obituary