John B. Doherty

Obituary

After a long illness, John B. Doherty passed peacefully on May 19, 2022 surrounded by family. John was born in Philadelphia and lived in Havertown and Broomall. He was a Marine veteran and worked for the Postal Service as a letter carrier in Havertown. John was an avid Phillies and Eagles fan. He was a lifelong bachelor with a free spirit. John loved to travel and loved his family.

John is survived by his sister Ann Sommer and his brother Francis Doherty. He is also survived  by many nieces and nephews.

Visitation at Grace Lutheran Church, 2191 West Chester Pike Broomall, PA 19008 from 10:00 AM with Funeral Service at 11:00 AM,

Interment in Arlington Cemetery, Drexel Hill.

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Grace Lutheran Church
2191 West Chester Pike, Broomall PA 19008