Philip J. Docherty

Philip J. Docherty obituary, Lodi, NJ

Philip J. Docherty

Philip Docherty Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by DiChiara Funeral Home - Lodi on Mar. 2, 2022.

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Phil Docherty, 51, of Little Falls formerly of Lodi, passed away on January 17, 2022. Born in Passaic, lived most of his life in Lodi before settling in Little Falls 6 years ago. He worked as an assistant at the Billiards Café in Lodi. Phil was a very talented multi-sport athlete at Lodi High School and was awarded 1st Team All County Linebacker. Devoted and loving father of Chelsey Docherty. Beloved son of Lynne Docherty. Cherished brother of Michael Docherty and Jennifer Richardson and her husband Ken. Dear uncle of Taylor, Kenny, Jr. and Dakota. Longtime companion of Dessa Rea Geoghan. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Visitation on Saturday, February 19, 2022 from 1:00-3:00 PM, at Di Chiara Funeral Home, 300 Main St., Lodi. Please share a memory or a photo of Phil in the guest book. Directions/condolences www.dichiarafuneralhome.com

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