Timothy W. Dougherty

1973 - 2024

Timothy William Dougherty, 50, of White Oak, died Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024. He was born May 14, 1973, in Sacramento, Calif., and is the son of Scarlet A. Cornelius Dougherty, of White Oak, and the late William P. Dougherty, who died April 18, 2022. In addition to his mother, Tim is survived by his siblings, Christopher Dougherty, of White Oak, and Stephanie (Christopher) Elash, of White Oak; niece, Makayla Elash; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. In addition to his father, Tim was preceded in death by his nephew, Tyler Elash. Tim wore many hats throughout life. He was active in live theater through high school and beyond. He attended Point Park University, where he studied performing arts. Tim left Pennsylvania and took a job at Yellowstone National Park, in Wyoming, working as a director for human resources. After leaving Yellowstone, he took a job at Scotty's Castle, again in human resources. He then went on to Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, where he held many different positions. He left there for Universal Studios as a ride operator. Tim was very involved with the Halloween productions at Universal Studios and at Yellowstone National Park. After many years away, Tim returned to McKeesport, where he took a position with Alco parking. He left there for a position at the YMCA in McKeesport. His final place of employment was with the human resources department at Bakery Square in East Liberty. Tim was active in the McKeesport Little Theater, the Grand Theater in Elizabeth, and he even had a lead role as Edna Turnblad in the production of Hairspray at CCAC in West Mifflin. Tim's favorite holiday was Halloween. He loved hosting and decorating for lavish Halloween parties. As much as Tim loved a good party with family and friends, he also enjoyed a quiet night playing Scabble or watching TV with loved ones. Tim's laughter and big heart will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. An open house memorial will be held from 2 until 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb, 3, 2024, at the White Oak American Legion Post 701, 2813 Capitol St., White Oak, PA 15131. Please stop in and share your favorite story about Tim with his mom and siblings. Service arrangements are being handled by STRIFFLERS OF WHITE OAK CREMATION AND MORTUARY SERVICES INC., 1100 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131, Sue Striffler Galaski, supervisor, 412-678-6177. To share a memory or condolence, please visit www.strifflerfuneralhomes.com.