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1956
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2015
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Michael Dougherty Obituary
Michael A. Dougherty, age 58, of town of Rome, Adams County, died Friday, January 9, 2015 at his home.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 15, 2015 at 1 PM at Feldner/Ritchay Funeral Home in Nekoosa. Rev. Douglas Schalow will officiate. Burial will be in Spring Branch Cemetery in the town of Rome. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 11 AM until the time of service. Online condolences may be expressed at ritchayfuneralhome.com. Memorials in Mike's name may be designated to the town of Rome Fire Dept. or the Humane Society.
Michael was born May 9, 1956 in Madison to Harold and Constance Dougherty. He married Mary Jo Simolke on March 25, 1995 in Wisconsin Rapids. He was a 1979 graduate of UW Stevens Point with a degree in geology. He worked for Best Power Technology in Necedah and Joerns in Stevens Point. He currently worked in the deli at Pritzl's Trading Post in the town of Rome
Michael was a registered organ donor and ultimately gave his donation. He was a retired town of Rome Fire Dept. captain. He enjoyed playing rummy with Mary Jo and bingo at the Sherwood Lodge. On Thursdays, he cooked steaks at Friar Tuck's where he became known as Chef MADD Dog. Michael enjoyed watching the Food TV Network and baked many cookies for Christmas gifts. He was an avid Packers fan. Other interests included hunting, fishing and trap shooting. He also enjoyed gardening and giving away his prized tomatoes. He along with Mary Jo visited many homes as Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus. He will be greatly missed by many family and friends and his little buddy, Snickers.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Jo of town of Rome; his mother, Connie Dougherty of Wisconsin Rapids; his sister, Valerie (Thomas) Pankonen of Wisconsin Rapids, his nephew and niece, Samuel Pankonen serving in the US Army in El Paso, TX and Stephanie Pankonen of Wisconsin Rapids; and his sister in-law, Beth (Scott) Hansen of Kellner; Beth's daughter, Rachelle; and Scott's children, Craig, Tyler, and Ashley.
He was preceded in death by his father, Harold, his nephew, William Fawcett, and his mother in-law, Marjorie Simolke; his father in-law, Elmer Simolke and brother in-law, Thomas Simolke.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Dougherty
Amy Schroeder (Schlotthauer)
March 5, 2015
Mary Jo, Valerie and Connie: My condolences to you for the loss of Mike. I saw Mike when he worked for Best Power Technologies. He stopped at my office at the Educational Communication Board when he knew I worked there. It was a nice surprise to see him and catch up from the days living on Flambeau Rd. My thoughts are with you.
Bil Schlotthauer
March 4, 2015
Mary Jo, Valerie and Connie I'm so sorry for your loss,I'm one of Mike's many childhood friends and have many great memories of past times with him and his family.
sandy krause
January 20, 2015
Mary Jo...We were so sorry to hear of Mikes passing...you are in our thoughts and prayers...Terry and Sandy krause
Bill Pierce
January 16, 2015
Mary Jo: So sorry to hear of Mikes passing, he will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Billie-Jo Kester
January 14, 2015
Mary Jo I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my prayers.
January 14, 2015
I worked with Mike at Best Power Technologies. He was very helpful when I needed technical sales information. I will never forget when I went to the Eau Claire Country Jam and brought back several close up pictures of Reba McEntire, Mike's idol and gave him all of the pictures. He immediately put them on his board! Boy, was he a happy camper! I will miss his steak nights on the lakes. He was a pleasant man to be around!
Sonya Brach
January 14, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of Mikes passing. I worked at Best Power and loved his bright smile! I will be praying for you and your family Mary Jo. May our Lord hold you close and give you the peace that passes all understanding.
Something that those of you who knew him would never forget.
Chuck Pergrossi
January 13, 2015
I worked with Mike for many years at Best Power and he was a great guy and like most that worked there he was "the best of the best". I am so sad to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers to all that loved and knew him, but mostly for his family and closest friends to give you strength.
January 13, 2015
Mary Jo, so sorry to hear about Mike's passing! Since we moved away from the Town of Rome, hadn't seen him very much, but will always remember what a fun loving guy he was. Thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. He will be missed!
Cindy and Jeff Bentz
January 13, 2015
Mary Jo,I'll definitely miss his smile and greeting whenever I saw Mike--He definitely loved people--He will be missed-My prayers and sympathy to you and all the family
Carol Anderson
Judy (Andrae) Lofthouse
January 13, 2015
Mary Jo, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Mike. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Chris Clark
January 13, 2015
I have known Mike for many years when I lived in Rome, he was a funny and very sweet guy, I haven't seen much of him since I moved away. He will be missed. Prayers and thoughts sent to you and your family.
Erv and Patti Kraus
January 13, 2015
Mary Jo we were sadden to learn of Mikes passing, our sincere sympathy to you and family.
Maryann Williams
January 13, 2015
Only the good die young! Thanks for the great memories of my days at Best Power
January 13, 2015
Mary Jo Mr Mike was a great man he will be missed by many. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Mike & Tammy
January 13, 2015
The first two local people, Russell and I met were Michael and Scoobie.It was 1989, on the porch of the Sherwood Lodge.Jodi was the manager, and it was the place to be.The boy's loved hunting,and we loved to fish.We were camper's then I threw a party and, I fried all the fish, and Michael and Scoobie brought the venision ,with there seasonings and cooked it on my grill.All the Great's were there, Max and Jim, Dana and Dixie, Barb and Bob,Schultz, Fred and Jo Ann, Mike and Barb Culver We knew how to have fun and enjoy life, thanks for the memories Michael, you will be missed Russ and Dolly Lange
January 13, 2015
Michael and Scoobie, were the first two local's Russell and I met in 1989, on the porch of the Sherwood Lodge.We loved fishing and the two of them loved hunting.We were campers then I had a party and I fried all the fish and Michael and Scoobie cooked all the venison they brought on the grill.All the Greats were here to enjoy it Max and Jim, Dana and Dixie, Bob and Bob Schultz Fred and Jo Ann Mike and Barb most locals from the bar Thanks for the memories Michael you will be missed
Barb Grimm
January 12, 2015
Mary Jo accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of Mike. Wayne Kolberg & Barb Grimm.
Ron & Merla Scheffler
January 12, 2015
Mary Jo: Words can't begin to express how sorry we are for your loss. Mike will live on in wonderful memories for family, friends and little kids waiting for Santa. He always went the extra mile and thought of others before himself. God is with you Mary Jo.
Char Harris
January 12, 2015
I will never forget his kind heart or smile. He always had a smile for everyone. You will be sadly missed my friend. So sorry for your loss Mary Jo! My thoughts and prayers are with you!
our grand kids and both of you
January 12, 2015
Mary Jo We are sadden to read about Santa our children missed him, we are so glad to of had the opportunity to have know both of you. Our sincere sympathy, Ron Barb and Muffin Fischer and our family
Judy and Steve Nowicki
January 12, 2015
Mary Jo: May you find comfort in the days ahead. Thinking of you.
January 12, 2015
Mary Jo, we were sad to hear the passing of your beloved husband,Mike. He had a great sense of humor and he will be missed by the many people whose lives he touched. Grady and Carol O'Day
Elizabeth Parish
January 12, 2015
Dear Mary Jo, I worked with Mike @ BEST &'it was always a pleasure. I am so sorry that I cannot come to the funeral due to a prior commitment. You & your family will be in my prayers. God Bless you.
David Worzalla
January 12, 2015
So sad to hear of this. Mike and I were like brothers back in the day! My deepest sympathy to Mary Jo and the family. The thought of Mike being gone is indeed making me sad. Love to you all!!!
Robert & Ann Smith
January 12, 2015
Mary Jo
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Vickey Guthrie
January 12, 2015
Dear Mary JO
Gary and I are so sorry for your loss. Mike was a one of a kind person, always with a smile and a willing hand. He will be deeply missed. God Bless you and keep you in his loving hands during this difficult time.
Gary & Vickey Guthrie & Family
Steve Dougherty
January 12, 2015
Pepi and I are so sorry Mary Jo and family on the passing of cousin Michael. He will be missed.
Jerome Tischendorf
January 12, 2015
MaryJo and family, so sorry for your loss. Mike was a great guy, thinking of you often. Take care..Jackie & Jerry Tischendorf
Joel and Beth Sapp
January 12, 2015
Dear Mary Jo, Joel and I were shocked to see Mike's obituary this morning. Mike was truly a good guy and he will be missed. God bless you and your family at this sad time. Joel and Beth Sapp
Diana Broniec
January 12, 2015
Mary Jo and family, Greg and I are so sorry for your loss. Mike was a kind good man and friend. May God's peace be with you during this time and always. Greg and Diana Broniec
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