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JoAnn M. Dougherty

JoAnn M. Dougherty, age 73, of Wilmington, Delaware passed away at home with her loving family by her side on June 23, 2025.

JoAnn was born in Linton, North Dakota to Jacob and Mary Bosch.  She was a proud 1969 graduate of Linton High School.  Shortly after graduating, she moved to South Dakota and met the love of her life, Dennis “Doc” Dougherty.  They married in June 1970 and moved to Claymont, Delaware where they raised three beautiful daughters.  She worked for years at Strawbridge & Clothier and ultimately retired as the Director of Eldercare, a companion service in Wilmington.  She enjoyed boating, the beach, and traveling on the back of Doc’s motorcycle.

JoAnn is preceded in death by her parents, Jacob and Mary Bosch, her husband, Dennis W. Dougherty and her brother, Robert Bosch.

JoAnn is survived by her daughters, Nicole (Gregory) Masci, Carrie (Carlo) Pini, and Melissa Dougherty.  She is also survived by her greatest joys, grandchildren Kylee, Elizabeth, Michael, Emily, Angelina, AJ, and Nicholas.

She leaves behind her sister, Diane Richter and faithful friend, Rosemary Werner, both of North Dakota.

A visitation will be held on Friday, July 11, 2025, at 10:00 am with a service to follow at 11:00 am at St. Helena’s Church, 602 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809.

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A visitation will be held on Friday, July 11, 2025, at 10:00 am with a service to follow at 11:00 am at St. Helena’s Church, 602 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809.

Condolences

    Sandra Smith writes,
    So sorry for your loss. Your mom and dad were good friends with my parents Pat & Joe Toth. We shared many memories at the beach. They were both special friends. They are at peace with no pain. Sincerely, Sandra Toth Smith
    06/26/2025 04:18 pm
    Perry Ann ( Zacher) Kessler writes,
    I’m a cousin of your mother’s. Prayers and hugs to all of you. I remember playing with your mom as young girls. I remember She had the best doll house! Remember to keep her in your thoughts and she’ll always be there for you. ❤️
    06/26/2025 06:49 pm
    Jeannie Gordy lit a candle and writes,
    Nicole, Carrie and Melissa, my deepest condolences on the passing of your wonderful Mom. I am so sad to read this news. JoAnn and I always had the best time working together for so many years at Eldercare. We didn't see each other often over the years, but when we did it was hugs and non stop talking....just like the old days. She was amazing and will be missed by many people. R.I.P. my beautiful friend 🙏
    06/26/2025 09:58 pm
    Robyn Levithan lit a candle and writes,
    JoAnn, Thanks for taking care of Jack and Kylee for many years! They learned how to adult with your help! You were so very special to us all! RIP xoxo Robyn
    06/27/2025 12:08 am
    Janet Spisak writes,
    On behalf of the whole spisak family please accept our deepest sympathies at this time. I knew and worked with joann for many years and we talked about everything and anything. Didn’t always agree on everything but we were good friends. I will miss her.
    06/27/2025 01:37 pm
    Rosemary writes,
    Joann has been my friend since 8th grade decades of friendship sharing of the family she and Doc created the family we grew up with and friends through the years So many gifts she gave us Her light shines on never to be forgotten a never ending legacy of love and treasured memories. I miss you Dear Friend you were like a sister to me now Rest in Peace in your eternal home !! Love You Rosemary
    06/27/2025 05:03 pm
    Rosemary lit a candle and writes,
    Joann and I have been friends since the 8th grade She was like a sister to me I will so miss her. She has left us with treasured memories a legacy of a beautiful family She and Doc created her immediate family friend s along the way her light and spirit lives on never to be forgotten . Rest Now my friend in the comfort and peace of your eternal home with your eternal family Sincere and heartfelt Sympathy to Nicole Carrie Melissa and their familiues She was so proud of you and loved each of you with her whole being Lovinly Rosemary
    06/27/2025 05:20 pm
    Bob Lilley writes,
    RIP, JoAnn....
    06/29/2025 09:30 am
    Joe and Kitty DiDiego lit a candle and writes,
    Nicole and Family, So very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers 🙏🙏. God Bless you all... Love you all ❤️, Joe and Kitty
    06/29/2025 10:04 am
    Ann Charles writes,
    Our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. May you find strength and comfort from all your treasured memories. Your mom and dad were friends of ours and they will both be missed. Ann and Bob Charles
    06/29/2025 10:23 am
    Sam Minutola writes,
    sorry for loss i knew her & Doc from Del vets great people Sammy
    06/30/2025 09:23 am
    Sam Waltz lit a candle and writes,
    On behalf of the Delaware Veterans' Community, and www.DelVets.com Post #1 where JoAnn and Doc were active members, we send our condolences to her family with our Prayers for the Peace that Passeth Understanding on the occasion of her passing. JoAnn and Doc were well-regarded and well-loved at the DelVets Post on Naaman's Road. Sam Waltz, Chaplain, DelVets Post #1
    07/02/2025 05:11 pm
    Linda & Rick Finney lit a candle and writes,
    Nicole, Greg & family ~~ “May this candle light the way for your mom as she walks on the pathway to enter the kingdom of heaven” ~~ Sending God’s blessings to give you strength & comfort during this difficult time & much love, heartfelt sympathies & many prayers to all of you 💗🙏 Linda & Rick Finney
    07/09/2025 01:34 pm

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