Patrick-Doherty-Obituary

Rev. Patrick Doherty

Visalia, California

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1919 - 2009 Reverend Monsignor Patrick G. Doherty died on September 7, 2009 aged 90 at Nazareth House, Fresno, California where he had been living since shortly after his retirement on July 1, 1992. Born in Falcarragh, County Donegal, Ireland in 1919, Msgr. Doherty had a special relationship...

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What a wonderful man! I have so many fond memories of Monsignor from St. Mary's. He married my husband and I twenty years ago! Every time I go to communion I think of "The Body......of Christ". The way he used to say it. The way he loved to go to the Vintage Press and order a hamburger blackened. His funny stories about resolving differences between people. Just a one-of-a kind man. May peace be with you Father Dougherty.

We were so blessed to have had Monsignor Doherty at St. Mary's for so many years. We have such fond memories of him, his sermons and the kindness he always showed.

What sweet memories I will always have of this dear, good person. He would always tell me not to become a nun because "they would cut my hair!" His warm smile and attentiveness were constant. He touched my heart, and I can still hear his voice as it would echo in church when he administered the Holy Eucharist. Peace be with you always dear Monsignor.

Msgr. Doherty would always ask me, "How are you today, Miss Shannon?" when I was in the back getting microphones and stands for choir. He was very kind and had a good sense of humor. I remember telling him I was going away to college, but would come back and sing as often as I could. The next Sunday, he patted $250 into my palm and told me it was "a little something" towards my college funds. He retired just after I graduated. I know that he is at rest with the Lord now, and that his...

PEACE BE WITH YOU, MONSIGNOR.

I have very fond memories of Msgr. Doherty during my cathecism days at St. Mary's in the 80's. He would always ask me for some of my hair. He was a good, loving and kind man. I know he is resting at peace now with our Lord.