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Don Dougherty May 17th 1933 – February 9th 2025
Don has peacefully joined his beautiful and kind wife, Joyce. He was a loving father to Ruth (Mike), Barry (Sue), Dave (Barb) and the late Brian Dougherty. Dear Grandpa of Danica (Stefan), Carly (Lorenzo), Megan (Tyler), Bradon, and Sydney. Son of the late Kenneth Dougherty and Evelyn Stewart (Lindsay).
The world has lost a good man, great father, fun Grandpa, and a loving husband. Don was born in Simcoe, Norfolk County but he and Joyce married, raised their children and built their home in Fisherville. Dad showed us how to work hard, be kind, and especially to live life to the fullest. His 38 years as a Volunteer Firefighter and then Chief in Fisherville demonstrated to us the importance of caring and giving to community. Dad spent countless hours flooding hockey rinks, coaching various minor sports and was active within the Trinity Lutheran Church all of which made Fisherville a better place for everyone.
After retiring from 30 years at Stelco at the age 62, Don and his beloved Joyce visited every province and state within North America. Internationally they also travelled to Europe, Ireland, and Mexico. Over their 68 years together, though, their true passion was camping and meeting up with family and friends.
Dad had a passion for hockey and the Maple Leafs, ice cream and milkshakes and playing Hoss, his favourite card game. His quick wit and sharp intelligence right to the end made him the favourite partner. His strongest passion was just being a kid at heart and hanging out with his grandchildren. He didn’t just watch their games and recitals, he played, listened and laughed with them.
Every trip over the years, upon leaving Fisherville, Mom and Dad played and sang together a special Willie Nelson song. Dad, Grandpa, and friend to many, we know that “you’re on the road again” and we will all miss you so much.
A funeral service will be held at Hyde & Mott Chapel, 60 Main St S, Hagersville on February 15, 2025 at 2 p.m. (visitation 1 hour prior to service). Refreshments to follow. A private family interment will follow at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Fisherville. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Cancer Society or a charity of your choice. www.rhbanderson.com
2025
Death notice for the town of: Hagersville, Province: Ontario
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