His younger brother Reed Doyle said Tyler was the person he could always depend on, and he couldn’t have pictured a better brother.

“He’s the most genuine person, the best big brother you can ask for,” said Reed Doyle. “He always took care of me and has always been my person that I could talk to and go to about things and he’d understand and would always make me feel alright.”

Several agencies, including the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, Horry County Fire Rescue and the Civil Air Patrol, spent weeks searching in the air, on the ground and in the water for Doyle.

At this point, the only items that have been found are Doyle’s waders and wallet, which were discovered on Jan. 31, 2023, in Oak Island.

In November, the State Law Enforcement Division joined the investigation to help provide manpower and technical resources in the case.

SCDNR remains the lead agency in the search for Doyle. The agency ruled there was no foul play suspected in Doyle’s disappearance and that it is being investigated as a hunting/boating accident.

Since then the Doyle family has welcomed his daughter into the world.

“I know it made me really happy about his little girl,” said Whitlock. “She looks so much like him. He’d be really proud to be a daddy right now.”

Although the Doyle family spoke with WMBF News, they are asking for respect and privacy as the search for Tyler continues. They said they’re hopeful for answers but will rely on each other and their faith for healing.

“It makes you realize just how valuable every minute is. A lot of times we take it for granted. I’ve definitely learned not to do that this year,” said Whitlock.