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LORI DOUGHERTY Obituary

DOUGHERTY
LORI C. (nee Chew), suddenly on Jan. 10, 2016, age 41. Beloved wife of Buddy, devoted and loving mother of Shannon, Matthew and Sarah McCullough; loving daughter of Charles, Sr. and Joyce Chew; dear sister of Stacey Chew, Erin (John) Rex and Charles (Kristin) Chew, Jr. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Funeral Mass Sat. 11:00 A.M. at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 1404 S. 3rd St., Phila., PA 19147. Int. private. Please no flowers. If so desiring, contributions in her memory to The Lori Dougherty Children's Memorial Trust Fund, c/o PFFCU, 901 Arch St., Phila., PA 19107.



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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Jan. 13, 2016.

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Joseph Formelio

February 1, 2016

We are so very sad to hear about your loss.
We just found out about it a few days ago. We didn't know your address or phone number and thought to google the
information. My E-mail is [email protected] if you need to contact us.. Rene and Joe Formelio

jami vrana

January 16, 2016

i feel so bad she died she is in a good place now

Butikis family

January 16, 2016

So sorry for your loss

Janine Cope

January 15, 2016

Let the memories carry you through this difficult time. My prayers are with you all! She will never be forgotten.

Jennifer Fisher Abrante

January 15, 2016

Mr. and Mrs.Chew, Erin, Stacy, Chuckie, Buddy, family and especially her three children. ..Everyone is right, words cannot express how you are feeling, but please know that this was a shock and very heartbreaking to all. My heart hurts and goes out to you, I honestly hope and pray that someday your hearts will mend, and as long as we all keep Lori and God there, I truly believe it could help ....I hope God gets you all through this most difficult time and I will pray for all of you everyday. May God bless you all and as time passes, I hope He gives you the strength to carry on her beautiful memory. Lori you will be missed by all and NEVER forgotten. God bless you all and especially the children. Lori, you are the ANGEL on your families backs to lift them up, smile upon them, be there in spirit to watch over them, and give them the help and strength they need to ALWAYS remember the wonderful person you are and lastly, always watch over your beautiful daughters and son, so they grow up to be like you in every way. May you rest now and you will always be loved and remembered by your family, friends, and acquaintances!

Heather Kelly

January 14, 2016

Joyce, Charlie, Chuck & Family,

I wish I had words to lighten your agony but sometimes words are just not enough. Please accept my deepest condolences on your loss of Lori. You are in my thoughts and prayers everyday. Please believe that she was here for a reason and your connection can never be broken.

With caring thoughts and love,

Heather Kelly

Terri Casper

January 14, 2016

Joyce and Charlie,

I am so sorry and saddened to hear of Lori's passing. I pray that God gives you His Strength to see you through this most difficult time.

Love,
Terri Casper xo

Winona Hayes

January 14, 2016

May all of you be comforted today and always! My heart breaks for all of Lori's family.

Lori and Jim Kaiser and family

January 14, 2016

Dear Chew and Dougherty Family.please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. May God help and bless you all. All our love,

Beverly Albano

January 14, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you! I know words cannot take away the pain,I can only pray that God will give you all strenght and guidenace.

Terri Cumberland

January 14, 2016

Lori, working with you for the 10 yrs at pfcu was an amazing. Working with you and then under you as my boss. You were so gentle and loving. You knew how to treat people. For all our trip and nights out I thank you. You will always be in my thoughts, prayers and my mind. I'll miss you my friend. RIP now in God's arms!

Cynthia Pinto

January 14, 2016

So sorry, deepest sympathy to the family.

Cousin Nancy Canonico

January 13, 2016

My prayers are for your family to make peace with all the pain from the loss of your beautiful daughter/sister/wife and loving Mom, Lori. May she rest in peace.

Elizabeth DiGregorio

January 13, 2016

Graduated High School with Lori'92 Goretti , Sweet , Smart and kind always . My prayers are with her Family and Children . She will not be forgotten.

Pat Coggins

January 13, 2016

Joyce and Chalie, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of great sorrow. May God help you through this difficult time. Pat and Marty Coggins

Jeannine Cancelliere

January 13, 2016

Buddy, we are so sorry for your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers!
John and Jeannine Cancelliere

Emily Casper (Darby's wife

January 13, 2016

You are all in my prayers God will help you. Stay strong.

January 13, 2016

Buddy,
So sorry for your loss. May God give you and your family the strength to get through this terrible time.
Toni Jannelli

Angela Alessi

January 13, 2016

Buddy, I can't even tell you how sorry & shocked I am. My heart breaks for you, her children, & her parents & siblings. Take care!

Jeanne Collins Yaworski

January 13, 2016

prayers for this wonderful family

Yolanda , Jim, jimmy & Gabriela Anderson

January 13, 2016

Previous message cut off but our deepest condolences to Buddy, the Children, Joyce, Charles, the Chew families, the Dougherty families, relatives & friends. Words can't take away the pain but know that our thoughts & our prayers are with all, for comfort & strength, during this most difficult time.

Stephen Mankowski

January 13, 2016

My thoughts and prayers go out to Lori and to her family and especially her children. May Lori rest in peace.

Lisa Canonico

January 13, 2016

my prayers are with the family at this time of loss.....

Carly

January 13, 2016

I'm so very sorry for your loss. I didn't know Lori, but am still saddened by this news. My deepest condolences & prayers to Buddy & the kids.

Chrissy Banning

January 13, 2016

so sorry for the loss of Lori ,her family is in my thoughts and prayers

January 13, 2016

So sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless and bring you peace during this difficult time.

Love,
Linda
(Jeff's Mom)

Mary Anne Killian

January 13, 2016

I am so sorry for your dear loss!

Jenine Turlish-Steltz

January 13, 2016

So sorry for your loss Buddy. My prayers are with you and your family.

Mary Jean Mullet Peruso & Family

January 13, 2016

So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. May Lori rest in peace. God Bless.

Westies

January 13, 2016

Doc, you and the kids are in all of our thoughts and prayers. May the grace of God comfort and provide strength to you and your family.

Yolanda & Jim Anderson

January 13, 2016

Our deepest sorrow for you Buddy, the Children , Joyce, Charles

Tina Arcidiacono

January 13, 2016

I was deeply saddened to hear of Lori's passing. We went to college together, and although we fell out of touch after graduation I have very fond memories of her. She was such a sweet soul. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Henry Gabel

January 13, 2016

Sorry for your loss .
Rip Lori Chew Dougherty.
Love you Bud.
Will keep you and the family in our prayers.

Susan Sheehan-Fasulo

January 13, 2016

Buddy I am so sorry for this tragic loss. May God heal you and Lori's family and give you all the strength you need to get through this. Hope you all find peace. Take care of those precious babies!

Bobbi Agnes-Bellardine

January 13, 2016

Buddy, My thoughts and prayers are you with you and your children at this time. I'm so sorry for your loss and I hope you will find healing comfort from our Lord. Love from the family of Bobbi Agnes Bellardine, (Toni's sister)

Ed and Colleen Ash

January 13, 2016

Our deepest condolences.

Amato Family

January 13, 2016

Prayers for strength being sent to this beautiful family.

Ginny Dussell

January 13, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Nicole Lannutti

January 13, 2016

My thoughts and prayers for Buddy, children, family and friends.

Joan Ozlek

January 13, 2016

I am so very sorry for your loss my prayers for Buddy the kids and all Lori s family for the strength they need to carry on.

sheila gordon

January 13, 2016

To the family, may the God of all comfort and the hearer of all prayers, comfort you at this most difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss.

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