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Barbara Doherty Obituary
AGE: 65 • Somerset
Mrs. Barbara Doherty died on Monday afternoon, April 21, 2014 at St. Peter's University Hospital in New Brunswick. She was 65 years old. Mrs. Doherty was born in New Brunswick and resided in Somerset for the past 23 years. She was employed by John Wiley & Sons as an Operations Manager and retired last year after over 45 years of service to the Company. Mrs. Doherty was a long time parishioner of St. Matthias Church in Somerset where she belonged to the Altar Rosary Society and the Loaves and Fishes Ministry. She volunteered her time to such organizations as Meals on Wheels, Elijah's Promise, at local nursing homes in Franklin Township and tutoring English as a Second Language student. She was the ultimate hostess and invited her family to her home for nearly every holiday. The door was open to anyone to enjoy the plentiful amounts of food she would work so hard to prepare. As a loving Grandmother she would continually dote over 4 grandchildren and great nieces and great nephews. She also was a world traveler visiting such places as Ireland, Italy, Australia and Costa Rica.
Mrs. Doherty was pre-deceased by her husband, Jack Doherty in 2004; her parents, Gaber and Gizella Szucs and her brothers, Robert and David Szucs. She is survived by her children of marriage, Sean Doherty of OH., Mark and Wendy Doherty of CA., Mary Kate Doherty of Bedminster, Tim and Karen Doherty of Somerset, and Meg DeFilippis and her husband Matt also of Somerset. She is also survived by her nephews, Dan Szucs and Liz of Edison, Allen Szucs and Carole of Kendall Park, David Szucs and Kim of Bridgewater and Brian Szucs and Dawn of Griggstown; her great nephews, Ryan, Zachary and Evan; great nieces, Olivia and Lindsay; her sisters-in-law, Muriel Szucs of Edison and Barbara Szucs of Somerset; her 4 grandchildren, Matthew, Molly, Colleen, and Kaitrin and her beloved friends, Darlene Dupree, Jan Frey, and Larry Sitler.
Friends and relatives may visit from 2-4 and 7-9 PM on Thursday at the Gleason Funeral Home, 1360 Hamilton Street in Somerset. At Mrs. Doherty's request, please no tiger lilies. Please contact the funeral home regarding the timing for services on Friday.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Doherty
Kitt Allan
April 25, 2014
I'm so sorry for your loss. I worked with Barbara for over 20 years and always knew that when I called her no matter how big the problem she'd always have the solution and a good laugh for me. I've missed her since she retired and am sorry to hear that she didn't get to enjoy her retirement more. Know that the joy she brought to so many will light her way.
April 25, 2014
Message from Dean Karrel
In Remembrance: Barbara Doherty
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By Dean Karrel, Vice President, Sales, PD
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The news of Barbara Doherty's passing was a shock to all of us at Wiley. I've heard from so many people over the past few days expressing their thoughts about what a lovely person she was and how much she will be missed. She cared so much for Wiley, the colleagues she worked with, and the customers she helped.
Barbara interacted daily with sales people across all three business units of Wiley, and she was in close contact with publishers, editors, and marketers, too. She was the, “go to”, person for so many of us and always did it with a smile. The team of customer care professionals that she managed through the years had the same special skills that they learned from her, which distinguished Wiley in the marketplace.
One of my favorite Barbara stories was one time late in the day on a beautiful July Friday afternoon, I had to call Barbara with an emergency bookstore request. Here it was about 4:25 p.m., and we needed to get books to a store the next day for an author appearance. Barbara not only entered the order, but went back to the warehouse to get the carton of books and made sure that it was picked up by the UPS driver at 4:45 p.m. When I expressed my gratitude, she laughed and said, “Oh Dean, that's just my job and what we're supposed to do!” I know there are many salespeople across Wiley who have similar stories.
We all lost our breath earlier this week when we read the news about Barbara. She was one of the nicest people you would ever want to meet, and when we think of all of the great things about Wiley, all of us would put Barbara Doherty right near the top of that list.
God Bless you Barbara. You will be so missed by all of us, but so well remembered.
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April 25, 2014
In Remembrance: Barbara Doherty
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4/25/2014 |
Source:
Editor's note:
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By Dean Karrel, Vice President, Sales, PD
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The news of Barbara Doherty's passing was a shock to all of us at Wiley. I've heard from so many people over the past few days expressing their thoughts about what a lovely person she was and how much she will be missed. She cared so much for Wiley, the colleagues she worked with, and the customers she helped.
Barbara interacted daily with sales people across all three business units of Wiley, and she was in close contact with publishers, editors, and marketers, too. She was the, “go to”, person for so many of us and always did it with a smile. The team of customer care professionals that she managed through the years had the same special skills that they learned from her, which distinguished Wiley in the marketplace.
One of my favorite Barbara stories was one time late in the day on a beautiful July Friday afternoon, I had to call Barbara with an emergency bookstore request. Here it was about 4:25 p.m., and we needed to get books to a store the next day for an author appearance. Barbara not only entered the order, but went back to the warehouse to get the carton of books and made sure that it was picked up by the UPS driver at 4:45 p.m. When I expressed my gratitude, she laughed and said, “Oh Dean, that's just my job and what we're supposed to do!” I know there are many salespeople across Wiley who have similar stories.
We all lost our breath earlier this week when we read the news about Barbara. She was one of the nicest people you would ever want to meet, and when we think of all of the great things about Wiley, all of us would put Barbara Doherty right near the top of that list.
God Bless you Barbara. You will be so missed by all of us, but so well remembered.
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Tom Carney
April 25, 2014
As we all know how special Barbara was to everyone she met. She made all of us feel special. I worked with Barbara and she always made me look really good in the eyes of any of my customers. I will think of Barbara often for what a sweet person she was always. Your friend Barbara. Tom Carney
Vicki Cegerenko Michel
April 24, 2014
This picture is from 1976. My mom Janet (Cegerenko) Frey is on the left & her best friend Barbara is on the right. Barb has been my moms rock for 40 years. She was a great woman, who loved my mom dearly and never left her side. She had a smile and laugh that was contagious.... My love for Barb stems from the love and support she always had for my mom. My mom was able to be with her at the end and I am so very thankful. Barb....you will be greatly missed by so many...May your pain be gone...and your laughter return....We love you.. Vicki, Jennah & Conan
Gabriele McCann
April 23, 2014
Words cannot express the sadness I feel about Barbara's death. She was such a wonderful woman, friend, and co-worker. May wonderful memories help you through this trying time. With deepest sympathy.
Richard Lynch
April 23, 2014
It was a pleasure to have known and worked with you. You were a constant and consistent friend and resource. I will forever miss you.
I know you are in a better place.
God bless you.
Dayna Leaman
April 23, 2014
Barbra, or as I liked to refer to her, my hero, was am amzing wqoman who I worked with for over 13 years. I only met her once, but worked with her mainly on the phone and she was nothing shy of supportive, caring and just plain good all the way around. I ma blessed to have known her. Wiley was a much better place with Barbara! Now, heaven will be better place with Barbara there for sure. She will be missed.
Doreen Norway
April 23, 2014
I worked with Barbara for 31 years, she was always very cheerful. My deepest sympathy to her family.
Graeme Whitley
April 23, 2014
With deepest sympathy. Barbara was a great colleague and a pleasure to work with.
Antoinette Pisicchio
April 23, 2014
Hey Lady! That is what she called me in her email messages until 11 days ago. Barbara had such amazing strength since she told me her condition and started treatments in mid June. We kept positive in our emails that she would overcome the setback after a year retirement. Her words in the last email after spending 17 days in the hospital was its going to take time on getting back to her old self again. So sorry Barbara that with all the prayers and novena God had another plan for you. You will reunite with Jack and your family. My closing line as you always noted in your email. "Hugs and kisses to both of you. Antoinette and Robert Pisicchio
Janet Wagner
April 23, 2014
Barbara was a wonderful colleague and a friend. I consider myself lucky to have had the opportunity to work with her for ten years. My thoughts are with her family during this sad and difficult time.
Grant Burnett
April 23, 2014
So shocked and saddened to hear about Barbara passing. She was an honest, frank and fun loving person. We had many great times over many years.
May you rest in peace.
Geraldine Simon
April 23, 2014
May God Bless the Family at this sorrowful time. It's with deapest sorry to hear of the passing of this wonderful women. May she rest in peace.
April 23, 2014
I worked with Barbara for almost forty years. Always remember the good times. God bless you & your family.
Mary Ellen & Richard Vinchur
Steve Gideon
April 23, 2014
Barbara was my "go to" person for so many years; always patient, always understanding, always willing to help me sort something out, always upbeat and positive. She was truly one of a kind.
John Swift
April 23, 2014
Barbara, was an amazing person that I was fortunate to work with for 15 years. She could always make you laugh and bring a smile to your face.
To all of Barbara's family you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Michelle Blair
April 23, 2014
Barbara always brought a smile and laugh to everyone she met. She has touched so many lives in her 45 years at Wiley & I am certainly one of them. Remember her beautiful smile and know she is at peace. Sending love and prayers to all her friends and family!
Carolyn Engerud
April 23, 2014
Barbara, you treated everyone you met like they were the most special person in the world (at least I always felt that way when speaking with you). My heart is heavy with sorrow to learn of your passing.
April 23, 2014
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
David Hamilton
April 23, 2014
Having known Barbara for over 35 years at Wiley, she was always an upbeat friendly person. RIP
Noreen & Gary Gettel
April 23, 2014
So sorry for your loss She will be missed by all who knew her, but she has gone to a better place; and will once again be joined with the love of her life. May you all find comfort from family and friends to help you through this time:
Debbie & Jayne Stazo/Beam
April 23, 2014
Barbara was a very funny lady. We worked with her for many years and will always remember her laugh. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family in this time of sorrow.
Connie & Phil Gauthier
April 23, 2014
Working together over 40 years she was a kind and generous person to all she welcomed to her home.
April 23, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Draw close to God and he will draw close to you. James 4:8
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