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Paul Joseph Dougherty
December 26, 1946 - September 9, 2018
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PAUL JOSEPH DOUGHERTY
December 26, 1946 – September 9, 2018
Paul passed away peacefully in Nanaimo, B.C. surrounded by family following a brief but courageous battle with cancer.
He was raised in Big River, Saskatchewan and moved to B.C. in 1965. Paul was a devoted husband of 47 years and he and Maureen created an amazing family. After arriving in B.C. he started out working at the Youbou Mill, after that he worked as the icemaker at the Duncan Curling Club until starting his 35 year career at the District of North Cowichan, retiring from there in 2002. In his retirement, he and Maureen spent many sunny winters in Palm Springs. He loved visiting with family and friends, cooking (his onion soup was legendary), making wine and beer, politics and playing cards with friends. He also enjoyed good discussions with his coffee shop buddies. He loved to watch CFL football and still cheered for his favourite team the Saskatchewan Roughriders. He spent part of each day walking the beach at Piper’s Lagoon chatting along the way with the locals. We always knew he was near when we heard him singing and whistling along the way.
In February of this year, Paul had a call to explore his Irish ancestry. He and his son-in-law, Cooper, toured Ireland and went to Galway and Belfast on Irish Rail. They visited the sites of the Titanic, Guinness Storehouse, Jamieson Distillery and St. Patrick’s Cathedral and the Temple Bar. We all think he may have kissed the Blarney Stone in a different life as his passion was to talk with every person he encountered.
Predeceased by his parents, Joe and Alice and brothers Delor and Pat. Survived by his wife Maureen, daughters Michelle (Gerry), Erin (Cooper), brother Roger (Mavis) and grandchildren Megan, Max and Olivia as well as nieces, nephews and cousins. Forever remembered by us all.
A celebration of life will follow at a later date. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorial contributions may be made to B.C. Cancer Agency, or the Palliative Care Unit, Nanaimo Regional Hospital.
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From: Rob and Harjinder Conway
Relation: Co-worker
One can’t help but smile when thinking of time spent with Paul. He was a pleasure to work with. Our deepest condolences to the family.
From: Janelle Smith
Relation: His daughter is my sister in-law
Dear Mo & Family,
I was so saddened to hear of Paul’s passing. The times I was fortunate to see you and Paul I will always remember his knack for making us all laugh. What a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and good friend to all! May it comfort you to know the warmth of your family and friends will always be close by.
Sending my heartfelt sympathy,
Janelle Smith
From: Carol Robinson
Relation: Co-worker
I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of Paul. I had the pleasure of working with Paul for many years at North Cowichan. He had one of the nicest smiles, best sense of humour and greatest laugh. He always made work much more pleasurable. I send my deepest condolences to his family.
From: Maurice and Crystal Cogswell
Relation: Acquaintance
We are so sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. He will be dearly missed. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
From: Darlene & Stew Ball
Relation: Michelle is my daughter-in-law
With great sadness, sending deepest sympathy to Maureen Michelle Erin and family. It was always a pleasure to share special occasions, Christmas dinners with Paul and Maureen and family at Michelle and Gerry’s Paul loved the great meal . He will be greatly missed
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