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Jeffrey Dougherty Obituary
Jeffrey E. Dougherty, 56, a lifelong Ithaca resident passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 09, 2013 at his home. Jeff was a graduate of Ithaca High School, attended St. Bonaventure and received a BA in Business from Saginaw Valley State University. Jeff was a very kind, considerate, steadfast, and detailed person which was exemplified by his 26 years of employment with FedEx where he was recently the recipient of the 25 year Safe Driver Award. He had many hobbies and interests, in his spare time he enjoyed reading, boating/canoeing, camping, motor-cycle trail riding; he was an avid skier, and a fan of all motor sports. Jeff is survived by his brother Timothy (Michele) Dougherty and sister, Elizabeth (John) Johnson; his aunts, Shirley Dougherty and Margaret McCluskey; his nephews, Travis, Casey, Austin and Taylor; his great nephew, Cael and his beloved dog, Erin. Jeff was predeceased by his father, John A. "Jack" Dougherty; his mother, Patricia Sullivan Dougherty and his brother, Michael Dougherty. Jeff will be extremely missed by his entire family, his memory and goodness will always remain in each of our hearts. A Mass of The Resurrection will be celebrated by Fr. Jeffrey Tunnicliff on Monday, December 16, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. at the Immaculate Conception Church. Interment will follow at the Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call at the Bangs Funeral Home on Sunday, December 15th from 1 to 3 p.m. Donations in Jeff's memory may be made to the S.P.C.A., 1640 Hanshaw Rd., Ithaca, NY 14850.
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for Jeffrey Dougherty
Nick Nebelsky
December 10, 2014
OMG! One of the pains of no longer living in Ithaca is missing news of people I knew who died. I worked with Jeff at American Community Cablevision right after College. and it was the best group of people I've ever worked with. Jeff was super nice and a hard worker. My deep sadness goes out to his loving family! I'm sorry I didn't know earlier!
Jan Lynch
December 20, 2013
Although I haven't seen Jeff since riding the school bus with him, it sounds like he continued his youth through adulthood as a kind and well liked person. I'm so sorry for your loss, and sorry I didn't have the opportunity to know him as an adult.
December 17, 2013
Always happy, always smiling - God Bless you Jeff!
Susan Benedict - RP Solutions
Chris Gibbons
December 16, 2013
We always appreciated his upbeat attitude and friendly demeanor when he stopped by our Northwestern Mutual office for deliveries. What a shame that he passed away! Condolences and Blessings to his family and friends!
Elizabeth Berliner, DVM
December 15, 2013
Jeff made so many deliveries to the SPCA, and is remembered fondly as kind, helpful, and always friendly by our staff. He loved his dog Erin so very much, and she was amazingly loyal. Thank you to his family for your generous contributions to the shelter in memorial. We are so very, very sorry for your loss.
Scott Noren
December 15, 2013
Jeff was one of the most polite, genuine people I've known; very sorry for his passing. He will be missed dearly.
Mary Ann Compton
December 14, 2013
My heart broke when I learned of Jeff's passing. It always made my day at CFCU to see him stop in for delivery. He always went above & beyond to do his job and he made a difference in the lives he touched. My heart goes out to Tim & the rest of Jeff's family.
Gwen Spizz
December 13, 2013
I am stunned and saddened by this tragic news. I have known Jeff since 2001 when I first came to Ithaca and worked in the research park. Jeff was always friendly, and he really made a point of remembering your name and connecting with you during the daily task of deliveries.
His sudden passing is very sad, a true loss to the Ithaca community. My sincerest condolences to his family. May memories of his ever present smile and kindness bring you comfort during this very sad time.
Susan Marsella
December 13, 2013
Jeff was a gentle and giving person. He was our next door neighbor and family friend and like a son to my parents. Because of Jeff's unending kindness they were able to remain in their home much longer than would have been possible. I have so many memories of the Dougherty's and you are all my thoughts and prayers at this time,
Suzanen Soriano
December 13, 2013
We here at Northwestern Mutual are so sad to hear of Jeff's passing. He brightened all of our days when he had to stop in. He knew our pets and remembered them by name when we'd run into him outside the office. He will be greatly missed. Our sincerest condolences to his family.
Loretta Bennett
December 13, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. He was such an amazing guy and I was blessed enough to have him be my FedEx driver for many many years here at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. I always looked forward to his smiling face coming in to drop off or pick up packages. He hasn't been my driver for a while now, but, I will never forget him and the wonderful way he did his job.
Rest easy, Jeff and know that you left wonderful memories with all the lives you touched.
Teresa Griffin
December 13, 2013
I'm so very sorry to learn of Jeff's passing. Jeff was always cheerful, friendly, kind and extremely helpful. I always looked forward to his daily visit. He will be greatly missed by all. thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Teresa Griffin, The Cornell Lab of Ornithology.
Bob & Patty Telmos
December 13, 2013
Our hearts are broken and deeply saddened by this news of Jeff's death. Praying that the God of all comfort will comfort his family and heal hurting hearts. Aunt Shirley and Aunt Sandy, Betsy and Timmy, you and your families are in our prayers. Psalm 3:4
Lori Payton
December 13, 2013
So sorry for your loss! Jeff was our FedEx Courrier at USGS and I will miss seeing his smiling face.
Jolane Ricardo
December 13, 2013
So sad to hear this news. As our Fed Ex driver at TJ Maxx, he was always so friendly and smiling. And he always remembered everyone's name. He will truly be missed. RIP
Melanie Solomon (Slade)
December 12, 2013
Tim, I am terribly sorry for your loss. Thinking of you.
Michael Petrillose
December 12, 2013
The Petrillose's (Barbara, Michael, Laurie and Tina) extend our sincere and heartfelt condolences especially to Betsy and Tim, and Jeff's entire family.
Your former West Hill neighbors and lifelong friends.
Stephen Lyle
December 12, 2013
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Jeff's passing. He was our FEDEX guy and always brightened our day here at Colonial Vet Hospital. He was always positive and we often made small talk about winning the lotto etc . . . He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Kira Chesbro
December 12, 2013
He was such a bright happy person to see at the end of every day and all of us girls a Cayuga Pet Hospital will miss him very much.
December 12, 2013
So sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. Even though it has been many years, I still remember fun time in the lunch room and his trademark sandwich handles. A real good natured person who will be missed.
Rob Vrzal
Brenda Sullivan
December 12, 2013
I am so sad to hear of Jeff's passing. He recently stopped by my house and we had a really nice visit. Jeff is one of the nicest people that I know and I am proud to have him as a cousin. I know that our entire family is heart broken and we will miss him dearly.
Brenda Sullivan
DatapointLabs
December 12, 2013
With our deepest sorrow, we send our sincere condolences to the family.
We had the pleasure of knowing Jeff as our FEDEX courier and always looked forward to his arrival. He always brought a smile with the FEDEX delivery. We missed him even when he went on vacation and we do miss him now.
On behalf of DatapointLabs the President and all our employees. We Pray for peace and comfort at this time for your loss.
Rob Pierce
December 12, 2013
With great sadness, we say goodbye to Jeff. A kind and
good person.
Robert Griffin
December 12, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. Although it had been many years since I worked with both Jeff and Betsy at the cable company, we would always end up chatting whenever we saw each other. He was a good man and I will miss running into him.
Joan Doria
December 12, 2013
I am shocked to learn of Jeff's sudden passing, and am very sorry to hear of it. He'd been our steadfast FedEx guy at Kionix for years, for which I thank him. Godspeed, Jeff.
Maryann & Don Hoisek
December 12, 2013
Tim & Betsy, We were shocked to hear of Jeff's passing. We hold many fond memories of all of you growing up next to Mom and Dad. Jeff was so kind to both my parents throughout the years. You are in our prayers and thoughts during this difficult time.
December 12, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of his passing. We have lost a great person; he will surely be missed. Ginny Mindel
December 12, 2013
Sending heartfelt condolences from the Lawrence family to Tim and Betsy and their family. Jeff was our neighbor growing up on West Hill. God Bless.
Jon Wright
December 12, 2013
I'm so sorry Mrs Johnson, you and your family will be in my prayers.
December 12, 2013
Tim and Elizabeth and family, I am sorry for your loss!! You are in my thoughts!!
The Hamiltons
Shelleen McHale
December 12, 2013
God has received a true angel. Praying for an amazing reunion with loved ones gone before Jeff. Hugs and prayers from Michigan (missing being "home" during these times.)
Tari Salotti Black
December 12, 2013
Remembering Jeff in our school days. Always a great guy! Sincere condolences to Tim and Elizabeth and their family.
December 12, 2013
Jeff was our Fedex man here at the ithaca airport and a friend of the usairways agent he will missed but he is in gods hands now
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