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John Doherty Obituary

John W. "Jack" Doherty, 71, a resident of Lancaster since August 2012, and a former 46 year resident of Natick, died Wednesday April 10, 2013 at home. He was the husband of Rita A. (Pisano) Doherty with whom he shared 49 years of marriage. Born in Boston, he was the son of the late John H. and Eleanor (Murphy) Doherty. Raised in Somerville, he was a graduate of Somerville High School and held an associates degree from Northeastern University. Mr. Doherty was a veteran of the US Navy during the Vietnam Era and later served the Commonwealth and his country as a member of the National Guard for many years. He was best known for his service to the Town of Natick, as a police officer from 1968 until his retirement in 1997 as a detective. Jack was a member of the Natick Lodge of Elks, the Massachusetts Police Association and enjoyed summering at Wells Beach in Maine. In addition to his wife, he is survived by 3 sons: John W. "Jackie" Doherty, Jr. and his wife Kathleen of Douglas, Michael F. Doherty and his wife Nancy of Franklin and Patrick J. Doherty and his wife Gilda of Lancaster; 4 grandchildren: Michael, Caroline, Nathan and Jack; a brother: Neil F. Doherty and his wife Carol of Milford, a sister: Arlene E. Doherty of Medway, and a brother-in-law: Ralph Norris of Natick. He was the brother of the late Eleanor K. Norris. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday April 16 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Linus Church, 119 Hartford Street, Natick. Burial will follow in Glenwood Cemetery, South Natick. Visiting hours are Monday April 15 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Boyle Bros. Funeral Home, 173 Union Ave., Framingham. The family suggests memorial donations be made in Jack's name to: the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America, Gift Processing Center, PO Box 6062, Albert Lea, MN. 56007-6662 or to www.wish.org

Published by Milford Daily News on Apr. 12, 2013.
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Rita and family, I just heard of Jack's passing and want to extend my sympathy to all of you. My association with Jack as Magistrate of the Natick Court. Jack and I had the opportunity to sit and discuss the law and became fast friends and enjoyed each other's company. He will be missed. Joe (Hogan) Magistrate Natick Court for 22 years.

April 20, 2013

Dear Rita and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jean & Thor Egerhei

April 18, 2013

Dear Rita and Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jane Burgoyne

April 15, 2013

Rita and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. May God bless you always and strengthen you during this most difficult time.
Deb & Joe Francesconi

April 14, 2013

So sorry Neil and Carol! May you and those who loved this great man, find comfort and peace knowing he is with loved ones who greeted him on his journey home.

Karen Vilani

April 14, 2013

Neil, Carol and Doherty family-so sorry for your loss. love, Barb Beale

April 13, 2013

To the Doherty Family: Please accept my deep and sincere condolences on your recent loss. I came to know Jack through my affiliations with the Natick and Wayland Police Departments. He was always a gentleman and had a quick wit. May He Rest in Peace, and may your family find the strength to guide you through this difficult time.

Tom Turner

April 13, 2013

My dear friend and brother,
My condolences to Rita and her family. I feel for your deep loss, John was a dear friend and brother to me. He was an uncle to my children, who referred to him as Uncle Johnny. Having served with him in the Navy starting in 1959, I realized he was truly a friend and brother to me.(which I cannot overstate.) I will truly miss talking on the phone, sending emails, and visiting with him and his family.

“To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die.”

Love,
Petchalonis Family

Anthony Petchalonis

April 13, 2013

Rita,Your husband was one of a kind.Even in the short 2 weeks that i got to spend working with him i could just tell he had the kindest heart.You and your family are in my prayers during this most difficult time.Sending hugs to you all.

Holly Bridges (hha @ homestaff)

April 12, 2013

My deepest sympathies to the Doherty Family. Jack was one of the good guys, great Detective, & always there to help a fellow detective from a neighboring town. Rest in peace "brother".

Omer Recore

April 12, 2013

Michael, Nancy and Family, We are so sorry for the loss of your father/grandfather, may he rest in peace. With Sympathy, Daisy, Jimmy and Family

Mary-Caryl Ferdenzi

April 12, 2013

I'm so sorry for your great loss, Arlene.
-- Bev

Beverly Hilliard

April 12, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers to the Doherty family...

Bob and Betty Morrow and family

April 12, 2013

Dear Arlene and family,

On behalf of the Natick High class of 1968, I wanted to extend our sincere sympathy on the loss of your brother, Jack.

Ken Fitzgerald

April 12, 2013

As my father's partner in Detectives, our family has the chance to get to know Jack on a personal level. He has such a great and very Irish sense of humor. He spoke of his sons with a great sense of pride and adoration and his sense of family was evident. When I was contemplating nursing school, Jack would always talk to me about his Rita and how she worked as a nurse. There was no need to disclose his love and affection of their marriage and his love for her, it was simply written across his face. Jack was a great Detective, a wonderful friend to our family and as we found out when my sister and Jack entirely cleared out a dance floor one night, a great dancer! Sending heartfelt condolences to Rita, Patrick, Michael and Jackie...Michelle, Paula, Brenda and Paul Whelan.

Michelle Whelan Scully

April 12, 2013

chuck jones

April 12, 2013

R.I.P My Friend!!!!!

April 12, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers our with the Doherty famly Jack was a great guy and will be missed.

Tom & Lois Hladick

April 12, 2013

My deepest sympathies to all the Doherty Family! Jack was a class guy, great Detective & great friend ! I used to love to chat with Jack re old Cases & current ones!! I will miss him !!

Patrick Keane

April 12, 2013

Pat/Mike, My deepest thoughts, prayers, sympathies and condolences on the loss of your Dad. God Bless you and your families!!!

Mike Murphy

April 12, 2013

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