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JOHN "JACK" DOUGHERTY Jr.

Annandale, Virginia

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  JOHN EDWARD DOUGHERTY, JR.   "Jack"  Of Fairfax, VA, passed away on September 15, 2017 at the age 85. Born on January 18, 1932 in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of John and Evelyn Heikes. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Sally Irvin Dougherty; children, John E. Dougherty,...

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thinking of you today on Don's birthday, both celebrated and remembered in all seasons.

Remembering you today with love and admiration.

Still grieving for so many missed moments.

On Father's Day, remembering happy times and sending love to family across the miles.

Condolences to Sally and family.Just wanted to let you know how sorry we are.We had some great times together.Riverboating in Germany,Erie Canel barge in New York,looking for little deer in the Keys and bus rides in Branson Mo.No expression of sympathy-no matter how deeply felt can help much right now,but we had to let you know that our thoughts are with you.May the memories of the wonderful trips and times we had together warm your hearts.God bless Jack Dougherty.With deepest sympathy,Betty...

We would like to express our sincere condolences to Sally Dougherty, Lori & Bill Askin, and the rest of the Dougherty family over the loss of their beloved husband, father and grandfather--Jack. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers in the weeks ahead. May God's peace be with you all. Love, Jim, Kathy, Amelia & Elizabeth Harrington

There are no riches that can replace the love of a father who brought handcrafted doll cribs to his toddler daughters at Christmas, found time to play duets on the piano, and provided so much for his family. A great father, husband to my mom, grandfather, and great-grandfather are treasured today and eternally.

I'd like to share two memories of Mr. Dougherty in hopes that this may provide some comfort to Mrs. Dougherty, their children and family. The first was when I was 8 during our family vacations at Sandbridge Beach. I was floating on an inner tube way out in the ocean. Didn't know how I was going to get back to shore. A little scared to say the least. Mr. Dougherty swam out and got me. Seemed like he swam forever to rescue me. The second memory was on our way to the Army Navy game, probably...