Merlin James Daugherty Sr.
Merlin James Daugherty Sr.
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Merlin James Hartman "Jack" Daugherty Sr., 71, of Staunton, passed away Sunday morning, December 24, 1989 at King's Daughters' Hospital.
He was born July 19, 1918 in Augusta County, a son of William H. and Carrie (Helmick) Daugherty.
He was a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church and was area manager for Curtis Noll Industries of East Lake, Ohio.
Surviving are his widow, Vallie Daugherty of Staunton; two daughters, Carol Brooks and Becki Driver, both of Staunton; a son, Jim Daugherty Jr. of Maryland; five grandchildren, Wendy Brown Hale, Christopher and Eric Brown and Peter and Cameron Driver; and a number of nieces and nephews.
He was the last surviving member of his immediate family.
A memorial service will be conducted 2 p.m. at St. Paul's United Methodist Church by Dr. J. Paul Rowe and Rev. Albert Scharder.
Memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Research Association, Staunton, Va. 24401.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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