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Martin O'Doherty Obituary
WORCESTER - Martin J. "Joe" O'Doherty, 88, passed away on Tuesday, May 31st 2016 at St. Vincent Hospital, after a brief illness.
Joe leaves his loving wife of 48 years, Rose A. (Murphy) O'Doherty; four children, Dympna M. Thomas and her husband George of Falmouth, Stephen J. O'Doherty and his wife Ann Marie of Worcester and Anne E. Powers and her husband Sean of Lynnfield, RoseMary O'Doherty predeceased at a young age due to a biliary atresia; seven grandchildren, Colin, Anya and Kayla Thomas, Brendan, Sarah and John Powers and Bridget O'Doherty; his brother, Msgr. Jude O'Doherty of Miami, FL; his sister, Mary O'Doherty of Worcester and many nieces and nephews living here and in Ireland. He was predeceased by three brothers, Thomas, Garrett and Stephen O'Doherty and his sister, Betty Dalton.
Martin was born in Clohanes, Co. Clare, Ireland a son of Charles and Mary (Cahill) O'Doherty. He immigrated to the United States in 1949. Joe enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1950 and served proudly in the Korean War before being honorably discharged in 1952. He became a union plasterer and opened his own plastering business in 1974. Martin also joined the Worcester Fire Department and worked for 32 years, retiring as a Captain in 1992 from the Park Avenue Fire Station. He also served at Plantation St., Winslow St. and Downtown fire stations throughout his career.
Martin belonged to Our Lady of the Angels Church and the Alhambra Council #88 Knights of Columbus. He was an active member of the YMCA for over 50 years, and an avid reader and golf enthusiast. Martin enjoyed spending time back home in Ireland and visiting his brother in Miami, Florida. Most of all, Martin loved his family, especially his seven grandchildren, who all thoroughly enjoyed his Irish charm and wit.
Visiting hours will be held on Friday, June 3rd from 5:00 until 8:00 pm at CALLAHAN FAY & CASWELL Funeral Home, 61 Myrtle St. His Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, June 4th at 10:00 am at Our Lady of the Angels Church, 1222 Main St. His burial with military honors will follow in Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Our Lady of the Angels Building Fund, 1222 Main St., Worcester, MA 01603.
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Memories and Condolences
for Martin O'Doherty
Randy Chavoor. DC WFD Ret
June 9, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. Martin was not only a great firefighter but also a great man who was a teacher and was respected on the job by all.
Dickie Bruso
June 6, 2016
May you rest in Peace Joe - It was a pleasure knowing you - Raise a Glass to the Comrades we've Known
FLAN SHANAHAN
June 4, 2016
Walter Pinkham
June 4, 2016
From Winslow to Park Ave stations I worked with Martin, although not the same work group but when at the coffee table during the change of shifts how I loved hearing his Irish accent and if he was upset it intensified to the point of making me laugh. Rose my deepest condolences.
Philip C Price Jr
June 4, 2016
Thoughts and prayers to the family in your time of need
MariAnn PALADINO
June 4, 2016
I'm very sorry for your loss. He was a great man. May he rest in peace and his memory be eternal.
dennis collins
June 3, 2016
Rose, it was an honor to have known and worked on the fd.with joe,may he rest in peace.
T he Captain wiht his "Jakes" on Winslow Street in 1975
Diane Maple
June 2, 2016
To the O'Doherty Family,
Bob and I are sadden to hear of the passing of Captain Martin and wish to send you our heartfelt sympathy.
We pray you, your family, and all who knew and loved him will find peace in the wonderful life he has lived and shared. Please extend our love, blessings and deepest heartfelt condolences to your entire family.
As a firefighter, Bob had the privilege of a professional and a personal friendship with Captain Martin, aka Gunther beginning in 1974 on Winslow Street and later on Park Ave .... Many fond memories during those years and later on will forever be remembered.
Sharing this picture of the Captain on Winslow Street back in 1975 with his Jakes, back row L - R: Doug Govan, Frank Hartnet, Bob Maple, Kenny Godbout, Tommy Marchant, Fred Lahati, Front row L - R Captain Pastor, Charlie Paul, Dick Hickory and Himself Joe Martin O'Doherty.
Always,
Bob and Diane Maple
June 2, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss. We enjoyed our conversations when we would run in to Joe. We are not able to attend the services, but please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Steve and Mary Minor
Spike & Anne Evans
June 2, 2016
Very sorry for your loss.
Dan and Danielle Gately
June 2, 2016
To the O'Doherty Family,
We are very sorry for your loss. Joe was a great guy his humor and laugh will be missed. Our thouhts are with you.
Joseph Paparella
June 2, 2016
To the O'Doherty Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Martin many years in the WFD and enjoyed his sense of humor. RIP brother....
Joe Paparella
WFD Captain, Retired
Chief James M. Gallagher, WPD Ret.
June 1, 2016
The O'Doherty Family,
So sorry to read of Martin's passing. I have known him for many years both professionally and as a personal friend. I will miss seeing and talking with him about old times at our Retired Worcester Police and Firefighter events. You and he will be in my thoughts and prayers.
LeRoy and Maria Graham
June 1, 2016
Dear Cousins,
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Jody. We have fond memories of his visits to Vermont and our trips to Worcester.
May God rest his soul. Thinking of all of you.
June 1, 2016
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to our good friends the O'Doherty's especially Anne Powers and family. Although saddened you must be proud of the life your husband, father, dad, grandfather led. As a "first responder," serving the community for 32 years, I'm sure he risked his life many times to help save others. He will live forever in your hearts and minds and loving memories will get you through this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Cindy Tranfaglia & family
June 1, 2016
Dear Rose and Family,
My deepest sympathy for the passing of
Joe. He was a favorite cousin of the
King family.
May the Good Lord give you strength and
courage at this difficult time.
May his soul RIP.
Bette King Miller
E. Dennis,MA
Eddie and Imelda Gallivan
May 31, 2016
To all the o'Doherty family we are very sorry to hear the sad news of ''Joe's'' passing RIP....He was a great friend, and a very likeable person. Prayers and best wishes for everybody...
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