Neal Michael Doherty

Neal Michael Doherty obituary, Green Harbor, MA

Neal Michael Doherty

Neal Doherty Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Clancy-Lucid Funeral Home on Feb. 12, 2026.
Neal Michael Doherty, age 81, of Green Harbor, formerly of Braintree, entered into eternal life on February 9, 2026. Neal grew up in South Boston. Mr. Doherty was the area director for the Occupational Health and Safety Administration and a retired Commander in the United States Coast Guard Reserve for many years and took pride in those accomplishments. Neal was the beloved husband of Sheila for 55 years. He is survived by his wife, Sheila, his son, Michael Doherty of Green Harbor, his daughter, Lauren Dolan and her husband Matthew of Halifax, and daughter- in- law Marcy Doherty of Lexington, SC. He was pre-deceased by his son, the late Brendan Doherty. Loving Papa to Annabelle, Madison and Mackenzie Doherty and Neal Emmett Doherty. Neal is also survived by his sister, Cecilia Regan and her husband Sean of Braintree and their children and spouses. He was a devoted husband, loving father, brother and uncle and loyal friend to all.

Visiting hours at the Clancy-Lucid Funeral Home, 100 Washington St., Weymouth on Monday, February 16th from 4pm to 8pm. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. Funeral Mass at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, 40 Canal Street, Marshfield on Tuesday, February 17th at 9 AM. Burial Service to follow at Mass National Cemetery Bourne at 11:15 AM.

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February 18, 2026

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Jon E Lifvergren

February 18, 2026

Sheila & Family. Neal was a giant at OSHA in the Boston-South region. I met him while he was the Area Director who soon became a mentor and good friend. Upon his retirement he joined our OSHA Consultation Program at the MA Dept of Labor where he acted as a mentor to all and good friend there, as well. To little space here to explainwhat he was to so many people so I will simply say my memories lift me up ... hopefully yours do the same for you going forward.

Indeed, he was one of the good ones !

MARGARET K RYAN

February 17, 2026

I was part of Neal's Coast Guard Reserve unit in Boston for a few years and he was also a good friend to my deceased husband, CDR Bill Ryan, USCGR. They later formed a retirement group and met for lunch a few times each year.

My fondest memory is of a Christmas party at the home of our Commanding Officer when Neal & I attended as Mr. & Mrs. Claus, very authentically dressed.

Neal always spoke lovingly of Sheila and I had the pleasure of meeting her a few times.

He will be missed. RIP Neal.

Joe LaMalva

February 17, 2026

I worked alongside Neal for many years at both OSHA and MA Dept Labor and he was probably the most technical safety consultant I've ever met. Neal was an outstanding consultant and a better friend who will be greatly missed but never forgotten.

Natalie Kadis

February 17, 2026

I worked with Neal at OSHA. He was my supervisor for a time and he was a great manager and lively person to be around. Sorry to hear of his passing. Eight-one is too young nowadays. Natalie Kadis

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Susan Roussell, Brad and Chris

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Don Delikat

February 12, 2026

Neal was my commanding officer in the Coast Guard Reserve. He attended my son´s Eagle Scout ceremony in his Coast Guard uniform. I learned a lot about safety and health from him and life in general. He will be sorely missed by the many people who knew him.
Don Delikat . LCDR. USCGR(Ret)

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