Marilyn Joyce Docherty

Marilyn Joyce Docherty obituary, Mount Vernon, IL

Marilyn Joyce Docherty

Marilyn Docherty Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hughey Funeral Home on Nov. 10, 2025.

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Marilyn Joyce Docherty, 77, of Bonnie, Illinois passed away on November 5, 2025 at 7:10 AM at Benton Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Benton, Illinois. She was born on September 23, 1948 in Rosiclaire, Illinois to Willis and Priscilla (Bright) Martin. She married Michael Docherty on August 20, 1966.
Marilyn is survived by her husband Michael, son Sean Docherty and wife Kiley of Benton, IL; grandchildren, Shannon Zink and Husband Clayton, and Brennan Docherty; Great Grandchildren Madelyn Zink and Cecelia Zink
Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents, brother Robert Martin and sister in law Claudene Martin
Marilyn was a homemaker and caregiver to her loving husband Michael. She enjoyed spending time with her family and visiting with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Per her request no services will be held.
Call Hughey Funeral Home at 618-242-3348 or visit hugheyfh.com for further information.
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