Richard Edward Doherty

To Richard's Family: Please pardon my delay in sharing my deep felt condolences for the passing of Richard. Richard and I both practiced law in Miami for many years and in fact worked in the same law firm but at different times. For many years I commuted from my home in Broward County to downtown Miami where I had an office and would run into Richard from time to time. Always a smile, a pleasant hello from my friend and colleague and a sharp dresser. I can attest that tennis was his passion as he often talked about it. Richard was one of those rare lawyers who carved out a legal practice with the dignity and kindness befitting a solo practitioner. My office moved to Dadeland several years ago and so my visits to downtown sadly came to an end. I am truly sorry that I did not have an opportunity to see my friend in his hour of need. God bless Richard and his family. A fine guy with a good heart has been lost. RIP my friend.

So sorry to hear of Richie's passing. I hadn't seen him since we moved to Naples, but always thought he was a great guy. I never had the pleasure of meeting Michaela, but he always spoke of her when I was at his office for a deposition. I know he adored his sisters and my heart goes out to you. Please let me know if there's anything I can do for you.

Maria (Adams) Fruchey, 239-682-2033

My condolences to his family, he was a great guy. I know he will be missed by all.

So sorry to hear of Richard's passing. I enjoyed playing tennis with him, and running into him occasionally since we worked in the same office building for a while.
Mike Caldwell (retired OIG)

We cannot describe how we feel at this time knowing that Rich is gone.

Life is not fair! Here's a man who always took care of himself, with a very successful career, a beautiful smart wife with whom he spent many happy moments, enjoying his tennis, boating, traveling...and he is no longer with us.

We admired Rich because he was very honest, naïve sometimes and always extremely clever and sharp both on the tennis court and in the court of law, where he continually managed to excel.

We will miss him dearly and for Michaela and the rest of his beautiful family, we want you to know that all our thoughts are with you at this very sad and heartbreaking moment.

Nelson & Chris Benedico

Truly sorry and shocked to hear of Richard's passing. Our hearts go out to his survivors.

Richard was a great lawyer, a "mensch," and a good friend. He kindness, bright smile, and consistent optimism, will be sorely missed by his colleagues and friends in the legal community. Sincerest condolences to his family and friends.

My God bless your family in this time of sorrow God promisepromised you will see your loved one again John 11:24,25