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John Dougherty Obituary

John E. Dougherty, Jr., “Doc” age 75, a 50 year resident of Aston, PA, and formerly a resident of Middletown Twp., Media, PA, died peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Thursday, July 25, 2019. John was a graduate of Penncrest High School, Class of 1963, and then received his Bachelor’s Degree from Widener University. Mr. Dougherty worked at Peco Energy for 32 years as a project manager, retiring in 1995. John loved going on cruises with his wife, but most of all was devoted to his family. Son of the late John E. and Virginia (Edmundson) Dougherty, Sr. and Grandson of the late Cliff and Dot Edmundson. Survivors: Loving Wife of 54 years: Helen M. (Ettore) Dougherty, Jr. Son: Eric (Austine) Dougherty Visitation: Saturday, July 27th from 9:00-10:00AM at Minshall Shropshire-Bleyler Funeral Home, Ltd., Middletown (Rte. #352) & Knowlton Rds., Middletown Twp., Media, PA. 19063. Funeral Service: Saturday, July 27th at 10:00AM at Minshall Shropshire-Bleyler Funeral Home, Ltd. Interment: Lawn Croft Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: American Red Cross, PO Box 37839 Boone, IA 50037-0839/ www.redcross.org Condolences: www.msbfh.com

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Published by The Daily Times from Jul. 25 to Jul. 26, 2019.

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Steve Kupsov

July 27, 2019

Dear Helen and family,

Sorry you are receiving this note at this late time. However, I would like to express my deepest sadness at the loss of your beloved husband, John. We at PASR-DELCO, realized how much love, time and devotion you put forth in caring for John over the last four or five years assisting him everyday with the hope for his full recovery. May you gain strength through the support of your family and friends as time passes on. Again, deepest sorrows to you and your family. Please feel free to get in touch if the need should arise.

Sincerely,

Steve Kupsov, Past President, PASR-DELCO

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July 26, 2019

My sincerest condolences to the Dougherty Family for the loss of your loved one, John, Jr., "Doc", and pray you find comfort in Psalms 91:2.

CAROLINE FEDENA

July 25, 2019

Dear Helen and family,
I am so sorry to hear that your husband, John, has passed. I did not know your husband but I do know how you took care of him and cared for him. He was blessed to have you. May god bless you and take care of you and your loved ones.
With sympathy, Caroline Fedena

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