Bernadette Dougherty

Bernadette Dougherty obituary

Bernadette Dougherty

Bernadette Dougherty Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by McGuinness Funeral Homes - Sewell on Aug. 24, 2025.

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Bernadette Dougherty (nee Bright), 86, of Williamstown, New Jersey, passed away at home with her family on Friday, August 22, 2025.

Legacy

Bernadette was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She devoted her life to loving and caring for her family; especially showering them with food and baked goods. "Gram" as she was known to family and friends, made sure everyone was welcome around her table, particularly for Sunday dinner. If you were lucky enough to have experienced her apple cake or rice pudding you know what they mean when they say, "made with love".

Family

Bernadette will be missed by all who know and loved her. Beloved wife of 61 years to the late Robert J. Dougherty; devoted mother of Bernadette Beckett (Dennis), Margaretta Mattia (Anthony), Robert Dougherty, Patrick Dougherty, and the late William Dougherty. Adored grandmother of Denise, Drew, Holly, Justine, Erin, Robert III, Danielle, Amy, Daniel Montana, and great grandmother of Benjamin, Brielle, Julianna, Fallon, and Kenny.

Farewell Tribute

Relatives and friends are invited to share their farewells on Friday, August 29th from 9:30AM to 11:45AM at Our Lady of Peace Parish at St. Mary's Church, 32 Carroll Avenue, Williamstown, NJ 08094. Funeral Mass at 12:00PM. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery Williamstown, New Jersey.

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