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John Dougherty Obituary
John worked in the automotive equipment business for over 50 years. He was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force who served during the Vietnam War. Johnny will be forever remembered for his quick humor and his devotion to his family.
He is survived by his beloved wife Susan Whitby Dougherty (nee Bowers); his cherished children, John (Stephanie), Daniel (Denise), Mary Kate Noble (Brandon), Kimberly Whitby, Sharon Whitby, and Marysue Whitby. He was a devoted Pop-Pop to the joys of his life, his adored grandchildren, Sophia, Aiden, Connor, Grace, and Jackson. He is also survived by his siblings, Kathleen Gaiser (Robert), Margaret Hartung (Tom), Joseph (Patsy), Mary Liz DeSanto (Jim), Jeffrey (Gretchen), Jeanie Luciano (John), Lisa D'Attilio (Paul), James (Sharon), and Jerold (Adele); his mother-in- law, Pat McConnell; a host of nieces and nephews, a large extended family and many treasured friends. He was predeceased by his parents John and Kathleen Dougherty.
There will be a Viewing on Monday, March 21, 2016 at 5:00pm, O'Leary Funeral Home, 640 E. Springfield Rd., Springfield, PA. There will also be a Viewing on Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at 12:30pm in St. Anastasia Church, 3301 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA followed by his Funeral Mass at 1:30pm. Interment SS. Peter and Paul Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his name to Bonner Prendergast High School, 403 N. Lansdowne Avenue, Drexel Hill, PA 19026.
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Donna Valente
March 14, 2022
Hi Susan,
Thinking of you today and remembering John.
Prayers to you.
Donna Valente
donna valente
March 14, 2021
Johnny!!!! I think of you so often. You were the best neighborhoods!!!
Susan, hope you are doing well.
Alex Stuart
March 15, 2020
My favorite John Doc story. I'd known John a long time from the lube equipment industry. At one point I went into business as his competitor. He told me he would help me any way he could. I asked if he had any used air compressors for sale. He told me he had 3. I drove my truck over and picked one out. I expected to pay about $1000 for it. I asked how much I owed him for it and he laughed and said "nothing, just take it". I was floored and Ill never forget it. A great man and a great friend.
April 15, 2016
John and Sue
Sue Dougherty
April 15, 2016
Marysue Johnny Kimberly
Sue Dougherty
April 15, 2016
April 15, 2016
Donna Valente
April 9, 2016
Dear Susan,
I went to visit Madaline on Lexington Ave today. She told me about John. My heart just sunk. I am so so sorry for the loss of your beloved husband. He was the greatest guy. My mother loved him. I love him. I'm certain everyone who ever met him loved him.
He is no doubt in Heaven watching over you and your family.
John, my your soul rest in peace. Thank you for your friendship and counsel in my time of need. I think of you often. I hope you and mom my are having a blast.
Susan, please please call me 610.449.5653
March 23, 2016
Sheila Hicks
March 22, 2016
To the Family of John Dougherty Jr.,
I would like to express my sincere condolences during this difficult time for your family. May the "God of Comfort", 1 Cor. 1:3,4, give you peace and comfort at this time.
Sheila H.
Tom Fisher
March 22, 2016
John is a first class citizen. I enjoyed working with him and remember him as a guy I call "Johnny".
Vanessa Zimmerman
March 21, 2016
Jeanie and Mary Liz - my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
With sympathy,
Vanessa
Tom Demola
March 21, 2016
John,
My good friend and buddy.
I'll remember the good times and working together, not to mention the laughs we shared.
Rest in peace my brother.
Jackie Raab
March 21, 2016
My sincerest condolences.
Kim Walls
March 21, 2016
Jeannie and Mary Liz, I am so sorry to hear about your brother! You and your family will be in my prayers!
Carolyn Newmiller
March 21, 2016
Jeanie: So sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. My condolences to you and your family, I am truly sorry. You are in my thoughts.
Beneficial Systems
March 21, 2016
Our sincere condolences to the entire family. John was our Lincoln Rep and he was one of the best. Thank you for always having our backs John, you will be missed.
Beneficial Systems
Jennifer England
March 21, 2016
Sue and family I am so sorry for your loss. Johnny was such a kind and thoughtful man. He always went out of his way for all the girls at Mainline Endoscopy! My thoughts and prayers are with you!
Alexander Stuart
March 21, 2016
John was one of the great ones. A good business acquaintance and a great friend. Thank you John for all you did to help me when I started Stuarts Equipment and all you did for me as our rep. You will be missed by all.
Alex aka (Jim) Stuart
March 20, 2016
My condolences to the family. Continue to rely on God during this difficult time and know that he hears prayers : Isaiah 59 : 1
Terry Butler
March 20, 2016
We are so sorry to hear of Johnny's passing. Keep the faith and love will lead you through this horrible pain. Our condolences and love to all his family.
The Butler family
Eileen Shetzline
March 20, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Dougherty. He was like a father to me when I was young. Always made me laugh. Condolences to the family.
Lynne Barnhart
March 20, 2016
My sincere condolences to the entire Dougherty family. Doc was a great guy and good friend to the Barnhart family. He will be missed.
Gerry Flynn
March 20, 2016
Doc was so kind and generous. My memories are so full. Doc when he first got married he moved in across the street from my Irish parents.The Irish made a connection with Doc. One Saturday I had taken my mom shopping and on our return my dad came out to the car and said the plummer was here. My mother totally confused said "WHAT." It was doc. Our old house had huge radiators which my mother hated, Doc decided on his own they had to go. He removed them and wouldn't take a dime.One Christmas he arrived at their door with a bottle of Jamison. I saw "Dueling Banjos" with Doc. great memories of kindness and humor.A good friend
Joe Dougherty
March 20, 2016
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