James J. Doherty of Whitman passed away on May 12th after a long and happy life. He was the beloved husband of Mary E. (Chalmers) Doherty.
OFD, he attended St Ann’s school and graduated from Boston Tech High School. While still underage, he joined the National Guard and proudly served for forty years. He was active with the Yankee Division Veterans Association and the 101st Infantry Veterans Association for many years. He was also a member of South Shore Veterans Assistance an organization formed to help veterans and their families in need.
An avid sports fan, he enjoyed watching the Red Sox and Bruins. He especially enjoyed going to the Boston University Terriers hockey games where he had many friends as a 30 year season ticket holder. He also enjoyed working with Boy Scouts in Pack 22 and Troop 22 for many years as well as Whitman Little League.
In addition to his wife Mary, he is survived by his children, Patricia (Doherty) Clements of Manchester, NH, Sean Doherty of Norton, MA, Tim Doherty of Orlando, FL, James Vachon of Willis, TX, Brian Vachon of Norton MA and Kevin Vachon of PA. He is also survived by 5 granddaughters, 2 grandsons and 5 great grandchildren. Also survived by many military friends whom he considered family. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend. A good man who will be missed by all who knew him.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his visitation on Thursday May 16th from 5:00-8:00PM. His funeral service will be held on Friday May 17th at 8:15AM from the Blanchard Funeral Chapel, Plymouth Street (Rte. 58 at the rotary circle) Whitman, followed by a funeral mass at 9:00AM in the Holy Ghost Church, Whitman. Burial will be at a later date in the MA National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his name to the South Shore Veterans Assistance, C/O David Andrews, 388 West Washington St, Hanson, MA. 02341